Economics (MA)
Research in our department addresses vital issues like poverty, climate change and fluctuating housing markets. The economics master’s program will give you a foundation in economic theory and econometrics. You’ll supplement this education by taking electives with an applied focus.
| Expected length | Project or thesis | Course-based |
|---|---|---|
| 20 months (5 academic terms) without co-op; 28 months (7 academic terms) with co-op | Yes | No |
Quick facts
- Program options:
- Master's
- Study options:
- Full-time study
- Program delivery:
- On-campus
- Dynamic learning:
- Co-op optional
Outcomes
Graduates with an MA in Economics will be able to:
- use economic concepts and theoretical models to answer policy questions
- use econometric methods to analyze economic data
- communicate economics concepts and research results effectively
- complete a capstone research project that illustrates the skills acquired
- start a career as an economic research analyst in the public or private sector
- enter a PhD program in economics
- teach economics at the undergraduate level
Find a supervisor
You do not need to find a supervisor during the application process for this program. You will select a supervisor during the first year of your program.
Program details
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Program details
Application deadlines
September – apply by February 1
All applicants should allow additional time for tests such as the GRE or English language proficiency.
September – apply by February 1
All applicants should allow additional time for tests such as the GRE or English language proficiency.
Admission requirements
Program specific requirements
You must have a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in economics.
As part of your application, you must submit:
- a current résumé
- two reference names and their email addresses
- post-secondary transcripts
If your undergraduate degree is from a university outside of Canada or the US, you’ll need to take the . Submit your unofficial scores with your application.
Program specific requirements
You must have a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in economics.
As part of your application, you must submit:
- a current résumé
- two reference names and their email addresses
- post-secondary transcripts
If your undergraduate degree is from a university outside of Canada or the US, you’ll need to take the . Submit your unofficial scores with your application.
Completion requirements
View the minimum course requirements for this program.
View the minimum course requirements for this program.
Funding & aid
Tuition & fees
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Need help?
Contact Isaac Earl at iearl@uvic.ca or 250-472-4409.