BA and BSc majors
The BA major is ideal if you're planning to pursue a career in fields such as finance, business and accounting. You'll also be prepared to study in professional graduate programs such as law, business administration and public administration.
Our BSc program supplements the BA program with courses that emphasize the more mathematical and quantitative aspects of economics. It is best suited for students with an aptitude for mathematics and is a good starting point if you're planning graduate studies in economics and related areas (including finance) or a career in economic research.
Not sure which degree is right for you? See our BA vs. BSc comparison for a year-by-year breakdown of the differences.
Add business and/or finance to your economics BA or BSc with a business minor, a finance option or both. Program Planning worksheets with finance option are below. For advice on business minor programs, please contact Academic Advising or the Business School Advising.
Program Planning Worksheets
Program planning worksheets help you with program planning. They help you choose and schedule the courses you need to graduate.
BA Program Planning Worksheets
BSc Program Planning Worksheets
Fast-Paced BA in Economics
This program will assist you to go through your BA in Economics in 3 years rather than 4. You can informally follow this study plan to speed up graduation. The benefit you will receive being formally registered in the fast-paced program is that the department can better provide support in the form of workshops on study strategies and regular check-ins with the undergraduate advisor as well as facilitating the formation of study groups. If you are formally recognized in this program, you will take many courses with the same group of students allowing you to move through the program as a cohort.
Please note that if you fall behind when completing the required credit units in the fast-paced program, you will have every opportunity to complete your BA in Economics at your own pace.
Financial Mathematics & Economics
Financial Mathematics & Economics is a BSc program offered jointly by the Department of Economics and the Department of Mathematics and Statistics. The program combines the study of economic theory, mathematics, statistics, and finance, equipping graduates to analyze financial markets, build quantitative models, and pursue careers in areas such as banking, insurance, risk analysis, and economic consulting. Students may enter the program through either the Faculty of Social Sciences or the Faculty of Science and declare the major after one year of full-time study.
For full program details, visit the Financial Mathematics and Economics program page.
Admissions
Learn everything you need to know about becoming a UVic student, from choosing a program and reviewing admission requirements to submitting your application and reporting your grades.
If you have questions, talk to a student recruiter or attend one of our events.
Courses
Learn about our 2026-27 courses.
See the University Calendar for a listing of all ECON courses.
Funding
UVic offers scholarships, bursaries, awards and other funding opportunities to help you further your education and succeed in your studies. Explore funding options at UVic.
Most scholarships are awarded based on recommendations made by the department. However, some require a separate application form.
Awards for Economics students.
Our recent scholarship and award winners.
Jamie Cassels Undergraduate Research Awards (JCURA)
The Jamie Cassels Undergraduate Research Award (JCURA) supports students who complete a research project under the mentorship of a faculty supervisor.
Full-time 3rd and 4th year students with a GPA of 7.0 or above are eligible to apply. Each successful student receives a $1,500 credit in their UVic account.
Valerie Kuehne Undergraduate Research Awards (VKURA)
Valerie Kuehne Undergraduate Research Awards (VKURA) give first- and second-year students the opportunity to gain research experience. Paid research internships are full-time for 12 weeks (between May 1 and August 31).
Career options
Graduates of our programs have become lawyers, accountants, financial analysts, investment advisors and policy makers. They’re academics, chief economists of major financial institutions, CEOs of major companies, entrepreneurs and more.
Economists are at the forefront of all major policy issues, including:
- Climate Change
- Globalization
- Economic Development
- Immigration
- Healthcare
Co-op
Our optional co-operative education (co-op) program gives you hands-on paid work experience related to what you're studying. It's the perfect way to develop your skills and find a career you love.
Learn more about the Social Sciences co-op program.