Hamilton,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in Economics (Honours) in Hamilton Canada | McMaster University
McMaster University
|
Hamilton Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
45,158
(c. USD32,376.43)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
For those eager to explore economics at a higher level, the Honours Economics program is designed with you in mind. This rigorous four-year curriculum goes beyond introductory material, offering exposure to sophisticated economic theories and applications.
The honours track provides excellent preparation whether you're considering graduate work in applied economics, policy analysis, business administration, legal studies, government service, urban development, or other prestigious professions. Imagine entering the workforce equipped to influence critical choices in either private enterprises or governmental organizations.
Consider this educational path: beginning with an honours economics degree and potentially advancing to earn a master's in business or public administration. While most graduate programs prefer applicants with an Honours BA, their requirements for advanced economics coursework often show considerable flexibility. Keep in mind that admission standards differ substantially between institutions and specific programs.
Numerous opportunities emerge when you embrace this challenge and begin navigating the dynamic, complex world of economic study
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Entry requirements may vary from country to country. Students are required to complete Grade 12 high school diploma equivalent to Canadian qualification.
Students start in the Social Sciences Level 1 program and apply to the Economics Honours BA Program at the end of their first year. Students must complete the requirements of a Level 1 program including two Level 1 Economics courses.
Completion of any Level 1 program with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 (C) including an average of at least 5.0 (C) in ECON 1B03 and 1BB3.
English Language Proficiency
IELTS - International English Language Testing System (Academic): 6.5 Overall with a minimum of 6.0 in each of the four components (Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening); results valid for 2 years
CAE - Cambridge English Advanced: 190 Overall with minimum score of 180 in each component; valid for 2 years
PTE - Pearson Test of English Academic: 60 Overall with minimum score of 60 in Writing and Speaking; valid for 2 years
CAEL - Canadian Academic English Language: 70 Overall with no component score below 60; valid for 2 years
MELAB - Michigan English Language Assessment Battery: 85 Overall valid for 2 years; Minimum 80 in each of the three required components; Minimum 3 in optional speaking component (Required).
TOEFL - Test of English as a Foreign Language IBT: 86 Overall with a minimum score of 20 in each of the four components (Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening); valid for 2 years
Tuition
CAD
45,158