Overview

The International Development Studies program at York University is an interdisciplinary undergraduate degree offered through the Department of Social Science in the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies. It aims to equip students with a critical understanding of global development challenges, including poverty, inequality, and sustainable practices. Unique features include a focus on real-world applications through field placements, international exchanges, and courses that integrate perspectives from economics, politics, anthropology, and environmental studies.

Career Prospects

Graduates are prepared for roles in international organizations, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), government agencies, and consulting firms. The program emphasizes skills in policy analysis, project management, and cross-cultural communication, leading to opportunities in global development sectors.

Key Faculty/Staff

• Ann Denholm Crosby: Expertise in gender and development.
• David Cooper: Focus on political economy of development.
• Other faculty from the Department of Social Science contribute to interdisciplinary teaching.

Unique Facilities or Partnerships

The program benefits from York's Centre for Research on Latin America and the Caribbean (CERLAC) and partnerships with organizations like the World University Service of Canada (WUSC). Students have access to field schools in regions such as Latin America and opportunities for international internships.