MA in Economics

MA in Economics

University of Waterloo

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
MA in Economics
Duration1 Year
LevelMasters Program
  • The MA program provides students with relevant analytical and problem-solving skills through coursework, research and practice with a focus on applied economics
  • The MA degree requirements can be fulfilled by one of three options: course work only (eight months), course work and major paper (12 months), or MA co-op option (20 months)
Fees componentsAmount
Tuition & fees837692 INR
Hostel & Meals600150 INR
Insurance36723 INR
Incidental Fees81182 INR
Books and Supplies129915 INR
Other Expenses266759 INR
Total1114729 INR

Entry Criteria

Class 12thNo specific cutoff mentioned
Bachelors75.0%
  • Applicants must have an Honours bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with a 75% average
  • Applicants without a 4-year degree are required to complete both a Bachelor degree (less than 4 years in length) and a Master degree with First Class, 8/10 or Very Good
  • Applicants must have a strong preparation in economics and in the mathematical tools needed to be successful in the program, including the following university-level courses:
    • Advanced microeconomics
    • Advanced macroeconomics
    • Advanced econometrics
    • Mathematical economics; as an equivalent two terms of calculus and one term of linear algebra
ExamsTOEFL: 90
  • With writing: 25 and speaking: 25

IELTS: 7
  • With writing: 6.5 and speaking: 6.5

PTE: 63
  • With writing: 65 and speaking: 65

Additional info
  • ELP waiver: If applicants have completed three or more years of post-secondary education, or completed a graduate degree at a university where English is listed as the only language of instruction on the International Association of Universities World Higher Education Database (WHED)
  • A GRE score is not required but is recommended for all international students applying to the program
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