Program Overview
The Community Development at University of Victoria British Columbia is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Community Development programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: CAD 7,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 6,298 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Victoria, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Community Development programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Anchoring a Change Agenda: Foundations
- Leadership in Organizational Development for Communities
- Practices and Perspectives on Forging Change
- Community Based Research: Foundations
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements
- Complete the online application form.
- Assessment reports are required from a minimum of two referees.\xc2\xa0
- Submit official academic transcripts from all post secondary institutions attended.\xc2\xa0
- Submit a detailed r\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9/CV of background information, professional or other relevant experience.
- Submit a 750-1000 word statement of intent outlining why you are seeking an MA in Community Development and how the degree relates to your career plans, personal values and goals.
- Submit other evidence of suitability for admission that you feel is relevant (e.g., academic records from non-degree courses).\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 7,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 6,298 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 7,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 6,298 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Victoria British Columbia directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Victoria British Columbia
University of Victoria British Columbia
Victoria, British Columbia
The University of Victoria (UVic) is a public research university located in the municipalities of Oak Bay and Saanich, British Columbia, Canada. Established in 1903 as Victoria College, the...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months