Liberal Arts & Professional Studies
Economics
BAAt a Glance
Offered by
Liberal Arts & Professional Studies
Offered at
Keele Campus
Degrees offered
BA
Ways to study
Full-Time, Part-Time
Entry
- Fall - Yes (first and upper year)
- Winter - Yes (first and upper year)
- Summer - Yes (first and upper year)
Applied Learning Opportunities
OUAC Code
- YFE (BA)
About the Program
Economics explores how people, businesses and governments make decisions in a world with limited resources. In this program, you’ll study topics like inflation, global trade, income inequality and economic development while building strong skills in data analysis and decision-making. You’ll learn how economic ideas apply to real-world issues and develop the ability to interpret data, evaluate policies and solve complex problems. You’ll also gain an in-depth understanding of influential economic theories and the ideas that have shaped modern economies. This program is a strong fit if you’re interested in business, public policy or understanding how economic systems shape everyday life.
Requirements
BA
Requirements for admission:
- Math 31
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 75%.
BA
Requirements for admission:
- Calculus 12
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 75%.
BA
Requirements for admission:
- A maximum of 30 possible transferable credits may be granted for successful completion of the Baccalauréat Général. Please click , then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
BA
Requirements for admission:
- Minimum overall result of “Bien/Buena/Bueno/Good” on all academic courses.
- Some programs require a higher GPA.
BA
Requirements for admission:
- CAPE 2-unit courses, with results of 3 or better, are eligible for transfer credit, up to a maximum of 18 credits. Please click , then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
BA
Requirements for admission:
- Calculus 1
- Extra courses will be assessed for transfer credit. Applicants with the DEC may be awarded up to one full year of transfer credit.
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 75%.
BA
Requirements for admission:
BA
Requirements for admission:
BA
Requirements for admission:
- GCE A2 examinations with results of "C" or better, are eligible for transfer credit, up to a maximum of 18 credits. Please click , then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
To gain admission to this program, minimum average of C is required.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of C.
The overall average required for admission is determined each year on a program specific basis. Some programs have limited enrolment. Admission is not guaranteed, and all requirements are subject to change.
BA
Requirements for admission:
BA
Requirements for admission:
- IB Diploma with passes in six subjects: three passes at the Standard-level and three passes at the Higher-level, or two passes at the Standard-level and four passes at the Higher-level
- Analysis and Approaches higher-level
- Analysis and Approaches standard-level
- Applications and Interpretations higher-level
- Transfer credit is granted for IB courses with Higher-level final grades of 5 or better, to a maximum of 30 credits. Please click , then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
To gain admission to this program, minimum IB diploma point scores of 28 is required.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires minimum IB diploma point scores of 28.
The overall average required for admission is determined each year on a program specific basis. Some programs have limited enrolment. Admission is not guaranteed, and all requirements are subject to change.
BA
Requirements for admission:
- All-India Senior School Certificate (AISSCE)
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
- Indian School Certificate (ISC)
- Intermediate Examination Certificate
- Pre-University Examination Certificate
BA
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 75%.
BA
Requirements for admission:
- Advanced Math with Intro Calculus 120 or Pre-Calc 12B
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 75%.
BA
Requirements for admission:
- Math 3207 or Calculus 3208
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 75%.
BA
Requirements for admission:
- Calculus 12
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 75%.
BA
Requirements for admission:
- Math 31
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 75%.
BA
Requirements for admission:
- Math 31
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 75%.
BA
Requirements for admission:
- MCV4U
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 75%.
OUAC code YFE
BA
Requirements for admission:
BA
To be considered a mature student, you must:
be at least 21 years old by the end of the calendar year of admission to the University;
have been out of full-time high school studies for at least two years; and
have attempted less than one full year of studies at an accredited college or university.
Requirements for admission:
BA
Requirements for admission:
BA
Requirements for admission:
- Math 611B
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 75%.
BA
Requirements for admission:
- Grade 12 Calculus
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 75%.
BA
Requirements for admission:
- Calculus 30
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 75%.
BA
Requirements for admission:
BA
Requirements for admission:
- Senior-level calculus
- AP College Board examinations are eligible for transfer credit, for results of 4 or 5, up to a maximum of 30 credits. Please click , then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
BA
Requirements for admission:
BA
Requirements for admission:
- Calculus 12
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-70s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 75%.
Start Your Application
- Winter 2027 (January) entry - November 18, 2026
- Summer 2027 (May) entry - April 1, 2027
- Fall 2027 (September) entry - January 15, 2027
- Winter 2027 (January) entry - November 18, 2026
- Summer 2027 (May) entry - April 1, 2027
- Fall 2027 (September) entry - March 24, 2027
- Winter 2027 (January) entry - November 18, 2026
- Summer 2027 (May) entry - April 1, 2027
- Fall 2027 (September) entry - March 24, 2027
- Winter 2027 (January) entry - November 18, 2026
- Summer 2027 (May) entry - April 1, 2027
- Fall 2027 (September) entry - March 24, 2027
Applied Learning Opportunities
Economics offers hands-on learning through simulations, experiments, case studies and community-based research that apply theory to real-world challenges. You can develop your skills through competitions like the Bank of Canada’s Governor’s Challenge and build professional connections at events such as the Risk Manager in Residence program and Alumni Night. Opportunities for summer research, optional paid co-op, study abroad or virtual exchange programs allow you to gain practical experience and a global perspective. Through experiential learning across your degree, you’ll build analytical, research and communication skills and graduate prepared for a wide range of careers.
Recent grad Nawshin chats with us about her experience with the Career Centre and how she secured a full-time role within two months of graduating.
Potential Career Paths
- economist
- market analyst
- policy adviser
- credit analyst
- financial analyst
- economic consultant
- data analyst
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