Start with a Bachelor of Arts with a major, minor, or extended minor in Global Development Studies (GDS) at UFV to learn hands-on skills that you can use to launch a career in aid, relief, or development anywhere in the world. At UFV, you get to develop an in-depth multi-disciplinary perspective by studying in areas as varied as economics, political science, geography, sociology, statistics, anthropology, business, and communications. In addition to growing your critical thinking and intercultural abilities, you develop sought-after management, research, advocacy, and writing skills to help you succeed in the field.