Program Details

Economics School: St. Francis Xavier University Faculty: Faculty of Arts Degree: Bachelor ; Honours Field of Study: Economics, General Description: Economics at StFX, where students explore issues that are of central importance to the human condition at the local, national and global levels. These issues include unemployment, inflation, poverty and inequality, pollution and environmental degradation, sustainable economic development, depletion of fish stocks and other resources, international economic interactions, budget deficits and national debts. The study of economics is an integral part of a liberal arts education, and a useful component of various professional programs. It focuses attention on the structure and organization of society, while developing students’ ability to analyze problems logically. The study of economics provides a sound understanding of fundamental aspects of the world around us. This means a wide range of career opportunities including in financial institutions, large and small corporations, think-tanks and government and non-government agencies. It also provides a sound basis for those wishing to pursue careers in such areas as law, management, journalism and public policy. Students can earn a BA, a BSc or a BBA honours with a concentration in Economics. In the BA program they can opt for an honours, including with a subsidiary subject, advanced major or major. The BA advanced major and major can be combined with a minor in business administration. These can also be combined with an advanced major or major in development studies. Website: Economics at St. Francis Xavier University Length: 4 Year(s) Careers: 6 career(s) Admission Requirements Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*: 70 to 100 Prerequisites: These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. Grade 12 English Applicants must have the above prerequisite(s) as well as four other university preparatory courses in order to complete the Bachelor of Arts degree. For the Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Business Administration, other prerequisites are required. Please see http://www.stfx.ca/apply/requirements/ for more details. Deadlines: Application Deadline Start Date September 5, 2012 * 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.