Overview

About this Degree

Since 1965, the Centre for Industrial Relations and Human Resources (CIRHR) has brought together professors from many different disciplines and departments at the University of Toronto to teach and conduct research on all aspects of work, the workplace, labour markets and labour relations. The CIRHR’s graduate programs rank among the best in North America and its faculty reflects the depth, breadth and diversity of our university.

The Industrial Relations and Human Resources program at the University of Toronto provides students with a theoretical background and knowledge of current developments in the field that will serve as a basis for careers areas such as: a Human Resources Generalist, Recruitment Specialist, HR Consultant, Employment Equity Officer, Training and Development Consultant, Corporate Trainer, Policy Advisor in the Ministry of Labour, Union Representative and Labour Relations Specialist. The undergraduate program in IRHR is also a perfect platform from which to enter post-graduate programs in Industrial Relations and Human Resources, Law with a specialisation in labour and employment, as well as policy and labour studies programs.

Programme Structure

Courses:

Principles of Microeconomics
Principles of Economics for Non-Specialists
Research Participation
Strategic Writing in Business and the Professions: Theory and Practice
Advanced Topics in Employment Relations
Topics in Employment Relations
Globalization and Urban Change

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

65

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TOEFL^® IBT

89

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Credits

20 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

International Relations Human Resource Management View 47 other Bachelors in International Relations in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

65

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TOEFL^® IBT

89

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Duolingo English Test

120

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Other requirements

General requirements

All applicants are required to present a senior level/Grade 12 English course for admission consideration

An International Baccalaureate Diploma, including English HL or SL is required for admission

English is the language of instruction and examination at U of T, and success in our degree programs requires a high level of English language proficiency

Tuition Fee

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International

61720 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 61720 CAD per year during 48 months.
National

6910 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6910 CAD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Toronto

1502 - 2563 CAD /month

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