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postgraduate

Degree

Master of Arts in Economics (Thesis-Based)

postgraduate

Degree

Master of Arts in Economics (Thesis-Based)

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2023)

    $8,076 CAD

  • Application fee

    $169 CAD

  • Duration

    20-28 months

  • PGWP

    20 months - 3 years

  • Min GPA

    74 out of 100

Options
Co-op
Project
Thesis

These items are optional and you can choose them as you wish after applying for the course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-September 01-February-2024 2024-02-01
Fall-September 01-February-2025 2025-02-01

Overview

Master of Arts in Economics

Research in this 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.

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

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$17,702

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $8,316
Accommodation 1 bed room $9,626
Tuition 1 person $8,076

Hourly wage

Min wage

16.75 CAD / 1 hour

in Canada every student can work 20 hour per week

Required documents

  • a current résumé
  • two reference names and their email addresses
  • post-secondary transcripts
  • Language proficiency test scores
  • GRE test scores
  • Passport

Language requirements

GRE
is required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6.5
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

90
20
listening
20
writing
20
speaking
20
reading

PTE

-
listening
-
writing
-
speaking
-
reading

Cambridge

-
listening
-
writing
-
speaking
-
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

If you are unable to provide proof of language proficiency you may still be considered if you meet all other admission requirements. In this case, you’ll complete UVic’s University Admission Preparation (UAP) course

Your prospective academic unit must be willing to admit you under this condition. You must complete the UAP with a grade of at least 80%.

To study in this program, you must have a minimum of one of the following exam scores:

  • IELTS overall score of 6 or higher with a minimum score of 5.5 in each skill area (R/L/S/W)
  • iBT TOEFL score of 79 or higher with no section less than 17 (R/L/S/W)
  • CAEL 60 with no subscore less than 50
  • Passing Grade (80%) for level 570 Academic in the Intensive English (ELPI) Program
  • Passing Grade (80%) for level 570 General in the Intensive English (ELPI) Program, with a passing grade on the UAP writing test

Academic background and requirement

Applicants to either program must satisfy the department that they have the necessary skills in mathematics, statistics, as well as written and verbal communication to undertake the program. 

To this end, the department may require evidence of appropriate writing skills prior to admission.

Admission to the MA program requires an undergraduate degree in economics, with at least a B (5.0) average in the last two years leading to the degree. 

Selection is competitive, based upon undergraduate performance, nature of undergraduate training and (if relevant) GRE results.

CountryMinimum levelMinimum grade/score
ChinaBachelor's degree (minimum four years)B; 80%
IranKarshenasi; Licence15/20; 80%; 3.0/4.0
IndiaBachelor's degree (minimum four years); Master's degree1st class; 60%; 7/10

Career opportunities

  • Economist
  • Financial risk analyst
  • Data analyst
  • Financial planner
  • Accountant
  • Economic researcher
  • Financial consultant
  • Investment analyst

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