What you’ll explore Microeconomics Macroeconomics Quantitative methods
Academic preparation This is a research summary. Your eligibility, current requirements and available intake need confirmation with the institution before you apply.
First gain admission to the BA. Economics major admission has additional university-course prerequisites and a separate selection process.
Language requirements Meet UBC’s English Language Admission Standard.
Start and application timing Check the undergraduate admission cycle. Check the official application page for deadlines and current availability.
Careers, salary and placements Review career evidence separately from admission requirements. A course does not guarantee a particular role, salary or placement.
Analytical thinking across disciplines Seven in ten surveyed employers identify analytical thinking as an essential core skill in 2025.
Global employer survey; 55 economies · 2025 employer assessment, report published January 2025 Read the trend source We do not currently publish salary benchmarks for Canada. The linked figures cover other job markets and cannot predict earnings after this course.
Your next three steps Check your fit Compare your transcript, relevant subjects and qualifications against the full official requirements.
Build the complete budget Confirm your fee category and study length. Add living costs, compulsory charges and travel.
Prepare the application Record the official deadline and gather the documents required for your route.
Open your planning checklist 