Compare Programs

Use this tool to view programs you're interested in side-by-side. Click "Add" and select a program to compare - you can add up to three.

When you're done, click "Save" to store the program comparison on your dashboard and come back to view it later.

 Economics (Water) - Master of Arts (MA)
 ChangeRemoveSaveAddAdd
SchoolUniversity of Waterloo - Graduate Studies
LocationWaterloo, ON, Canada
School TypeGraduate School
School SizeFull-time Undergraduate: 20,800
Full-time Graduate: 3,400
DegreeMaster
Honours
Co-op
Length16 Month(s)
Entry Grade (%)*75%
Prerequisites
Prerequisites Notes

An honours bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with a 75% average is required.

Cost
International: $30,784

Cost is an approximation for the entire program.

Scholarships
Description

Hone your analytical and problem-solving skills through coursework, research, and practice while discovering innovative ways to tackle global water challenges with the Master of Arts in Economics Collaborative Water program.

Completed full time-over over 16 months, you’ll take courses from faculty members who are renowned scholars and experts in their fields, and you’ll conduct original research culminating in a master’s research paper. 

Along with developing expertise in your area of economics research, two interdisciplinary courses will capture both theoretical and practical components of complex water problems, including in-class lectures, fieldwork, interdisciplinary group work, and individual research seminars.

The program will foster your economic analysis capacity through rigorous instruction in economics theory and econometrics, and your ability to communicate across disciplines. You’ll be prepared for further study at the PhD level or to pursue a successful career in the private sector as an economist, data analyst, policy advisor, economic consultant, and many others. 

Next Steps

*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.