Program Details

Statistics and Economics School: Memorial University of Newfoundland Faculty: Arts/Science Degree: Bachelor ; Co-op Field of Study: Applied Mathematics, Other Economics, General Statistics, Other Description: Economics is a versatile field. At Memorial, we offer applied economics courses in a wide variety of areas, including fishery, petroleum and mining, forestry, environmental, development, international, monetary, public sector, welfare, labor and health economics. Our 12 full-time faculty members are dedicated teachers and active researchers in these fields, and have a special focus on the local economy. We offer a variety of programs to meet the specific interests of our diverse students. The Joint Major in Statistics and Economics Co-operative Education Option is available to full-time Economics and Statistics majors (B. Sc.) only. The program is available under the Economics Co-operative Education Option (ECEO) The ECEO provides an excellent mutual opportunity for students and employers. Qualified students will obtain rewarding employment experience in fields related to Economics for several months of continuous duration. Students will learn valuable practical skills in an employment situation during their course of study. Furthermore, paid employment will help to defray the cost of their education. The timing of the Work Terms and the structure of the ECEO generally are such that employers stand to gain from the acquired employable skills of economists and statisticians in training. The objectives of the Work Term component of the ECEO are embodied in the Work Term descriptions below. The descriptions serve to guide the student and the employer toward achieving these objectives. Website: Statistics and Economics at Memorial University of Newfoundland Length: 4 Year(s) Careers: 6 career(s) Admission Requirements Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*: 70 Prerequisites: These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.  English  Mathematics  Science  Social Science or  International Languages Please see http://www.mun.ca/regoff/calendar/sectionNo=REGS-0289 for more admissions details. * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information. * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.