University of Calgary
- Public University, Estd 1966
- Calgary, Alberta
- 50 Courses
Master of Arts in Economics (Course-Based) (MA)
- Course LevelPostgraduate
- Course Duration1 Year
- IntakeFall: September 2025
Course Description
- This course-based program provides students with a strong foundation of theoretical and empirical knowledge
- The faculty members regularly publish work in leading academic journals, showcasing expertise in climate change, international trade, energy policy, and more
- Students complete a paper on a research project, literature review, or a critical analysis of a theoretical or policy problem
- The department is committed to the sharing of fresh ideas, sponsoring conferences and workshops, a weekly seminar series, and the newly established Dr Frank Anton Distinguished Lecture Series in Economics
- Graduates find job opportunities in government agencies and ministries, energy industry, financial services industry, and more
Start Dates and Fees
Course fees are indicative and should be viewed as an estimate. Connect with a counsellor to get an accurate figure for your course fees!
Duration1 Year
1st Year Tuition FeesCAD 19640
Intake
Intake
Fall: September 2025
Winter: January 2026
Spring: May 2026
Summer: July 2026
Other Costs
Housing :8325.00
General fees :1170.00
Books and supplies :900.00
Personal expenses :3000.00
Food :7318.00
Total :CAD 20713
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements
- An applicant must have a four-year baccalaureate degree or equivalent with specific courses from a recognized institution with a minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 point system, over the past two years of full-time study (a minimum of 10 full-course equivalents or 60 units) of the undergraduate degree
- A Graduate Program Director may exempt an applicant whose first language is not English from the ELP requirement if the student has completed a Bachelor’s Degree (minimum of 3 years in length) or a Graduate Degree in an institution where the sole language of instruction and examination is English
Additional Requirements
- Official transcripts
- Three reference letters
English Language Requirements
- IELTS : 6.50With no section less than 6.0
- TOEFL : 86.00With no section less than 20
- PTE : 59.00Overall score of 59
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Economics and Econometrics QS
- Course LevelPostgraduate
- SpecializationEconomics
- Course Duration1 Year
- 1st Year Tuition FeesCAD 19640
- IntakeFall: September 2025Winter: January 2026Spring: May 2026Summer: July 2026
- Application FeesCAD 145
- Exam ScoreIELTS 6.50
TOEFL 86.00
PTE 59.00
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