Honours (57 credits) or Joint Honours (36 credits) in International Development Studies
Building on the foundation of the Major Concentration in International Development Studies, the Honours or the Joint Honours programs in IDS offer students the opportunity to deepen their understanding of global development issues while developing advanced research and analytical skills. Students explore topics such as economic development, governance, inequality, sustainability, migration, health, conflict, and international cooperation through advanced coursework and specialized methodological training.
The Honours programs culminate in the Honours Seminar, where students engage in independent research and examine a contemporary development issue.
The Joint Honours program combines International Development Studies with another discipline鈥攕uch as Economics, Political Science, Sociology, Geography, Anthropology, Environmental Studies, or related fields鈥攁llowing students to integrate complementary perspectives and methodologies while pursuing advanced study in both areas.
Why Choose Honours or Joint Honours?
Honours-level study provides excellent preparation for graduate and professional programs and allows students to strengthen their academic and professional profiles through:
- Advanced training in research design, methodology, and analysis
- Enhanced skills in critical thinking, writing, and policy analysis
- Opportunities to engage more deeply with contemporary development debates and research
- Strong preparation for graduate studies in development studies, public policy, international affairs, economics, political science, sociology, geography, and related fields
- A competitive advantage for careers in research, policy, government, international organizations, NGOs, and the non-profit sector
Students considering graduate school are strongly encouraged to explore the Honours or Joint Honours options.
Admission and Application Process
Students typically apply to enter the Honours or Joint Honours program at the end of their U1 year and demonstrating strong academic performance.
To be eligible, students must:
- Complete at least four courses that count toward the IDS program (including approved complementary courses, not only INTD courses) min program GPA is 3.50 for admission.
- Demonstrate strong academic standing
- Meet the minimum GPA requirements for admission and continuation in the program
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Students admitted to the Honours program are expected to maintain a minimum program CGPA of 3.50 throughout their studies.
Application Timeline
During U0/ U1
- Follow the recommended course sequence for the Major Concentration in International Development Studies.
- Complete at least four courses that count toward the IDS program.
End of U1 (typically May)
- Submit the Honours or Joint Honours application form after final grades have been posted.
- Applications are reviewed by the IDS Program.
Following Application Review
- The IDS Program Adviser will contact eligible students to schedule an Honours advising appointment.
- During this meeting, students will discuss their academic plans, program requirements, and course selection.
- Upon approval, the Adviser will authorize the program change and the Honours or Joint Honours designation will be added to the student's academic record.
Students are encouraged to begin planning early and to consult with the IDS Program Adviser during their U1 year if they are considering applying to the Honours or Joint Honours program.
Honours students must maintain a CGPA of 3.50 in their program courses and, according to Faculty regulations, a minimum CGPA of 3.00 in general.
Honours in International Development Studies (57 credits) Course Selection Guidelines for the Overall Program:
1. At least 30 of the 57 credits must be at the 300 level or above; 9 credits of these must be at the 400 level or above.
2. At least 12 credits must be from INTD courses.
3. Students cannot take more than 18 credits in any discipline other than the INTD discipline.
- 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,
- Some courses listed in our program, namely the MGCR, MGMT, BUSA, ORGB, SWRK have limited spots open for IDS students. See FAQ.
- When selecting their Methods courses, students must consult with the IDS Adviser.
- CEGEP students who have been given MATH 203 exemption from their CEGEP CANNOT take SOCI 350, 461, 477, or ECON 227D1/D2 as their Methods option.
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Joint Honours (36 credits) must be combined with another Joint Honours program
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Joint Honours Component International Development Studies (36 Credits)
Students wishing to study at the Honours level in two disciplines can combine Joint Honours program components in any two Arts disciplines. For a list of available Joint Honours programs, see "Overview of Programs Offered" and "Joint Honours Programs".
Joint Honours students should consult an adviser in each department to discuss their course selection.
The Joint Honours program combines International Development Studies with another discipline鈥攕uch as Economics, Political Science, Sociology, Geography, Anthropology, Environmental Studies, or related fields鈥攁llowing students to integrate complementary perspectives and methodologies while pursuing advanced study in both areas.
Admission and Application Process
Students typically apply to enter the Honours or Joint Honours program at the end of their U1 year and demonstrating strong academic performance.
To be eligible, students must:
- Complete at least four courses that count toward the IDS program (including approved complementary courses, not only INTD courses) min program GPA is 3.50 for admission.
- Demonstrate strong academic standing
- Meet the minimum GPA requirements for admission and continuation in the program
- Submit the or application forms
Students admitted to the Joint Honours program are expected to maintain a minimum program CGPA of 3.50 throughout their studies.
Application Timeline
During U1
- Follow the recommended course sequence for the Major Concentration in International Development Studies.
- Complete at least four courses that count toward the IDS program.
End of U1 (typically May)
- Submit the Honours or Joint Honours application form after final grades have been posted.
- Applications are reviewed by the IDS Program.
Following Application Review
- The IDS Program Adviser will contact eligible students to schedule an Honours advising appointment.
- During this meeting, students will discuss their academic plans, program requirements, and course selection.
- Upon approval, the Adviser will authorize the program change and the Honours or Joint Honours designation will be added to the student's academic record.
Students are encouraged to begin planning early and to consult with the IDS Program Adviser during their U1 year if they are considering applying to the Honours or Joint Honours program.
Honours students must maintain a CGPA of 3.50 in their program courses and, according to Faculty regulations, a minimum CGPA of 3.00 in general.
Joint Honours (36 credits) in International Development Studies: Course Selection Guidelines for the Overall Program
1. At least 18 of the 36 credits must be at the 300 level or above. Nine credits must be at the 400 level or above.
2. At least 12 credits must be from INTD courses.
3. Students cannot take more than 12 credits in any one discipline other than the INTD discipline.
- 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,
- Some courses listed in our program, namely the MGCR, MGMT, BUSA, ORGB, SWRK have limited spots open for IDS students. See FAQ.
- When selecting their Methods courses, students must consult with the IDS Adviser.
- CEGEP students who have been given MATH 203 exemption from their CEGEP CANNOT take SOCI 350, 461, 477, or ECON 227D1/D2 as their Methods option.
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