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  • Edmonton, Alberta
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HomeUniversities in CanadaUniversity of AlbertaBachelor of Arts in Economics (BA)

Bachelor of Arts in Economics (BA)

  • Course LevelUndergraduate
  • Course Duration4 Years
  • IntakeSpring: May 2025

Course Description

  • By studying this program, students will develop analytical skills to help them evaluate the costs and benefits associated with any action

  • Students will be exposed to a blend of theory and methodology courses that will help them learn the analytical tools necessary to evaluate and solve complex problems

  • Students of this program learn from a faculty that is dedicated to teaching and has one of the strongest research records in the country

  • Academic excellence, innovative problem-solving, and experiential learning opportunities beyond the classroom, such as Community Service-Learning and Arts Work Experience programs, will give students the tools to thrive in a diverse and increasingly complex workplace

  • Possible careers options for graduates include becoming an economist, financial analyst, market research analyst, purchasing agent, among others

Start Dates and Fees

Course fees are indicative and should be viewed as an estimate. Connect with a counsellor to get an accurate figure for your course fees!

Duration4 Years
1st Year Tuition FeesCAD 30090
Intake
Intake
Spring: May 2025
Summer: July 2025
Fall: September 2025
Winter: January 2026
Other Costs
Housing :10800.00
Utilities :2880.00
Internet & mobile phone :2040.00
Food :2400.00
Clothing :700.00
U-Pass :360.00
Educational Supplies :1600.00
Recreation :900.00
Total :CAD 21680

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

Grade 12 or equivalent
In general, admission to undergraduate programs is based on a minimum average of 70% (on a 50% passing scale) based on five high school admission subjects required by the program of study at the Grade 12-level (or equivalent). All five admission subjects must be above the minimum passing grade
Required Courses:

  • English (Literature & Composition)

  • One of the following subjects:
    • Fine Arts

    • Humanities

    • Languages other than English

    • Math/Sciences
  • Three from the following subjects
    • Humanities

    • Languages other than English

    • Math/Sciences

Additional Requirements
  • Official transcripts

  • Additional English Language Requirements:
    • To meet the English Language Proficiency, applicants must have studied at a qualifying educational institution for a minimum of three years
    • To meet the Spoken Language Proficiency, applicants must have studied at a qualifying educational institution for a minimum of six years
  • An applicant can be waived from the ELP or SEP requirements if they have studied in a secondary or post-secondary institution where English is the primary language of instruction for three years


English Language Requirements
  • IELTS : 6.50
    With no individual score less than 6.0
  • PTE : 61.00
    With no less than 60 in each communicative skill
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Business & Economics THE (Times Higher Education)
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#151 - 200
in 2021
Economics & Econometrics QS
  • Course LevelUndergraduate
  • SpecializationEconomics
  • Course Duration4 Years
  • 1st Year Tuition FeesCAD 30090
  • Intake
    Spring: May 2025
    Summer: July 2025
    Fall: September 2025
    Winter: January 2026
  • Application FeesCAD 125
  • Exam Score
    IELTS 6.50
    PTE 61.00
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