Algoma University
Community Economic and Social Development (BA 3 year)
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada
Level
Bachelor
Duration
4 years
Campus
Marie ON P6A 2G4
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
September 2027
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Course Overview
Community Economic and Social Development (BA 3 year) at Algoma University in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Economics graduates are among the most versatile, entering finance, government economic analysis, consultancy, research and the civil service fast-stream. Many pursue further professional qualifications including CFA, ACA or an MSc Economics.
Student life (indicative)
Marie offers a comfortable and affordable Canadian student lifestyle — a solid café and bar scene, good local culture, and a welcoming community. A great base for exploring the surrounding province.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
5,724
Staff Ratio
17.0:1
International
85.4%
Career Prospects
Avg Starting Salary
£29,230
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
City & Location
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Community Economic and Social Development (BA 3 year)
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Community Economic and Social Development (BA 3 year) topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Community Economic and Social Development (BA 3 year)
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
No specific entry requirements listed.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
5,724
Total students
Staff Ratio
17:1
Students per staff
International Students
85%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative)
9.0/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community
Student Life & City (indicative)
Marie offers a comfortable and affordable Canadian student lifestyle — a solid café and bar scene, good local culture, and a welcoming community. A great base for exploring the surrounding province.
- Marie offers a comfortable and affordable Canadian student lifestyle — a solid café and bar scene, good local culture, and a welcoming community.
- A great base for exploring the surrounding province.
What Students Love
- Thriving student social scene
- Outdoor & nature activities
- Great café culture
- Parks & green spaces
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Avg Starting Salary
£29,230
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✗ Not offered
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Economics graduates are among the most versatile, entering finance, government economic analysis, consultancy, research and the civil service fast-stream. Many pursue further professional qualifications including CFA, ACA or an MSc Economics.
- Economics graduates are among the most versatile, entering finance, government economic analysis, consultancy, research and the civil service fast-stream.
- Many pursue further professional qualifications including CFA, ACA or an MSc Economics.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Business
- Indigenous Studies
- Computing
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
MEDIUM
This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
One of Canada's more affordable student cities — a $1,624/month budget (housing $949, food $365, transport $90) covers everything comfortably. Affordable by Canadian standards — a comfortable student lifestyle at a reasonable price.
- One of Canada's more affordable student cities — a $1,624/month budget (housing $949, food $365, transport $90) covers everything comfortably.
- Affordable by Canadian standards — a comfortable student lifestyle at a reasonable price.