Minor Concentration in International Development Studies (18 credits)
The Minor Concentration in International Development Studies provides students with an interdisciplinary understanding of the key challenges and opportunities facing the Global South and the wider developing world. Through a selection of required and thematic courses, students explore issues such as economic development, governance, inequality, sustainability, migration, health, and conflict.
Designed to complement a wide range of disciplines—including Economics, Political Science, Sociology, Geography, Anthropology, and Environmental Studies and more—the minor enables students to incorporate a global development perspective into their primary field of study. Students gain valuable insights into the social, political, economic, and environmental dimensions of development in an increasingly interconnected world.
Course Selection Guidelines for the Overall Program
- At least 9 of the 18 credits must be at the 300 level or above.
- Students who are pursuing a Field Studies program can have a portion of their Field Studies courses count towards their IDS program. See Advisor for details.
- Students interested in Management course options listed in the IDS program, must be aware of the credit limitations in place for Arts students taking courses outside of the Faculties of Arts and Science.
- Some courses listed in our program, namely the MGCR, MGMT, BUSA, ORGB, SWRK have limited spots open for IDS students. See FAQ.
IDS Minor Concentration - 18 credits: Program Structure
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