MA in Development Economics in Canada at UNBC Canada




University University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC Canada)
Location: Prince George, British Columbia, Canada
Type Public
Program Type coursework/thesis/project
Language English
Program Duration 2 years
Students 3,570
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Detailed Information of MA in Development Economics in Canada at University of Northern British Columbia

These are the international student eligibility for the MA in Development Economics in Canada

Applicants normally should have a four-year undergraduate degree that is equivalent to a UNBC degree in Economics. In addition to these requirements, applicants must also provide a sample of written work (usually a senior-level undergraduate essay or research paper) as part of their application. Entrance to the MA will be competitive and only applicants with a record of excellence in their undergraduate work, strong letters of academic recommendation, and strong letters of intent will be considered. In their letters of intent, applicants should demonstrate evidence of interest in the MA’s areas of specialization (Development Economics).

Contacting with a potential supervisor may be necessary.Other admission requirements:
  • Statement of Academic Interests: Your academic interests and ambitions, reasons for applying, and a tentative selection of courses for the program you intend to take. Please include evidence of interest in Development Economics research
  • Sample of Written Academic Work: Usually a senior-level undergraduate essay or research paper (maximum of 10 pages)
  • Evidence of post-secondary education including official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
  • Names/Email Address Information for Three (3) Academic Referees

These are the domestic student eligibility for the MA in Development Economics

Applicants normally should have a four-year undergraduate degree that is equivalent to a UNBC degree in Economics. In addition to these requirements, applicants must also provide a sample of written work (usually a senior-level undergraduate essay or research paper) as part of their application. Entrance to the MA will be competitive and only applicants with a record of excellence in their undergraduate work, strong letters of academic recommendation, and strong letters of intent will be considered. In their letters of intent, applicants should demonstrate evidence of interest in the MA’s areas of specialization (Development Economics).

Contacting with a potential supervisor may be necessary.Other admission requirements:
  • Statement of Academic Interests: Your academic interests and ambitions, reasons for applying, and a tentative selection of courses for the program you intend to take. Please include evidence of interest in Development Economics research
  • Sample of Written Academic Work: Usually a senior-level undergraduate essay or research paper (maximum of 10 pages)
  • Evidence of post-secondary education including official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
  • Names/Email Address Information for Three (3) Academic Referees

These are the test eligibilities for the MA in Development Economics to qualify.

The English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements for MA in Development Economics in Canada: are:

N.B: ELP is not mandatory for all international students. You could apply without ELP if your previous degree's medium of instruction were in English. Students of Ghana, Nigeria, Liberia, for example, are not required to take the ELP test.

The international student tuition fees and costs for MA in Development Economics in Canada.

Items Costs
Application Fees CA$153.00
Tuition Fees Click Tuition fee
Living Cost CA$12,000.00/year
(CA$1,000.00/month)
Student Earning CA$18,688.00/year
You will earn CA$18,688.00/year by working (20h * 4 weeks * 8 months * CAD 14.50/h) + (40h * 4 weeks * 4 months * CAD 14.50/h) at minimum wage of CA$14.60/hour.

The domestic student tuition fees and costs for MA in Development Economics in Canada.

Items Costs
Application Fees CA$76.50
Tuition Fees Click Tuition fee
Living Cost CA$12,000.00/year
(CA$1,000.00/month)
Student Earning CA$18,688.00/year
This is just an estimate. You don't have any work hour limit. You will earn CA$18,688.00/year by working (20h * 4 weeks * 8 months * CAD 14.50/h) + (40h * 4 weeks * 4 months * CAD 14.50/h) at minimum wage of CA$14.60/hour.
There are many financial awards available for students:
  • Teaching Assistantship
  • BC Student Assistance Program
  • Assistance for Students with Permanent Disabilities
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