Dr. Byron Sheldrick

Associate Professor

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Biography

Byron Sheldrick is an Associate Professor and Associate Vice-President Academic at the University of Guelph in the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences. His research primarily focuses on social movements, including anti-poverty groups and their mobilization within the welfare state. In addition, he explores the intersections of community economic development and political economy, investigating how structures of capitalism influence the organization of state politics and policy. Sheldrick has a deep interest in law, particularly issues related to human rights and social justice, examining how social movement activism interacts with legal frameworks and becomes incorporated into the workings of states. His research interests also extend to social democratic movements, particularly in Canada and the United Kingdom, as he seeks to understand strategies that inform these movements within the broader political landscape.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Guelph

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:89
Prerequisites
Honours baccalaureate degree in a relevant field or DVM degree Identify a potential faculty advisor
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two academic reference assessments
  • Statement of interest
  • English language proficiency test results (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).