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Economics I

An introduction to the foundational theories, systems and policies that will create a solid foundation for our Economics degree programs.

Economics I is one of three entry pathways and the gateway to your degree program. You have the flexibility to explore courses from a variety of disciplines and programs, but with the opportunity to take specific courses with other students interested in further pursuing economics.

At the end of your first year, you will apply to the top programs of your choice.

Economics graduates are in demand

The analytical and decision-making skills learned apply to a wide range of employment opportunities. Honours degree options include combined majors in mathematics or computer science. Alumni have successful careers in many areas. Some examples include law, finance, politics, business and academics. Our Alumnus, Dr. Myron Scholes, was the 1997 Nobel Prize winner in Economic Sciences.

Program Details

Admission Requirements

English 4U, Advanced Functions U and Calculus and Vectors.

An average of mid to low 80’s

Start Date

Fall (September)

Required Courses

5 required courses

Additional required elective courses based on Level II program

Courses

ECON 1B03 Introductory Microeconomics
ECON 1BB3 Introductory Macroeconomics
ECON 1ME3 Introduction to Mathematical Economics

Additional 3 courses from the Social Sciences Required Course List.

4 elective courses.

ECON 1B03 Introductory Microeconomics
ECON 1BB3 Introductory Macroeconomics
ECON 1ME3 Introduction to Mathematical Economics

Additional 2 courses from the Social Sciences Required Course List.

Required elective courses:

COMPSCI 1MD3 Introduction to Programming
COMPSCI 1JC3 Introduction to Computational Thinking
MATH 1A03 Calculus for Science I
MATH 1AA3 Calculus for Science II
MATH 1B03 Linear Algebra

ECON 1B03 Introductory Microeconomics
ECON 1BB3 Introductory Macroeconomics
ECON 1ME3 Introduction to Mathematical Economics

Additional 2 courses from the Social Sciences Required Course List.

Required elective courses:

MATH 1A03 Calculus for Science I
MATH 1AA3 Calculus for Science II
MATH 1B03 Linear Algebra

Economics Degree Options

Honours BA

Level I Grade Point Average of 5.0 (C) including an average of at least 5.0 (C) in ECON 1B03, 1BA3 and ECON 1ME3.

Honours BA Specialist

Level I Grade Point Average of 5.0 (C) including an average of at least 5.0 (C) in ECON 1B03, 1BA3 and ECON 1ME3.

Combined Honours BA in Economics & Another Subject

Level I Grade Point Average of 5.0 (C) including an average of at least 5.0 (C) in ECON 1B03, 1BA3 and ECON 1ME3. Satisfaction of admission requirements for the Honours program in the other B.A. subject.

Combined Honours BA in Economics & Computer Science

Level I Grade Point Average of 5.0 (C), including an average of 5.0 (C) in ECON 1B03, 1BA3 and ECON 1ME3, and a weighted average of at least 5.0 (C) in ECON 1B03, 1BA3, COMPSCI 1JC3 and COMPSCJ 1MD3; MATH 1A03, 1AA3 and 1B03.

Combined Honours BA in Economics & Mathematics

Level I Grade Point Average of 5.0 (C) including MATH 1A03 an average of 5.0 (C) in ECON 1B03, 1BA3 and ECON 1ME3 and a grade of 6 (C+)in each of MATH 1AA3 and 1B03.

BA in Economics

Level I Grade Point Average of 3.5 including an average of at least 4.0 in one of ECON 1B03, 1BA3 and ECON 1ME3.

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