Honours BA Economics (Economics I entry) at McMaster University

Economics I is a direct-entry first year giving a foundation in economic theory, mathematics and critical thinking alongside other Social Sciences courses. Students are automatically admitted to Honours Economics BA at end of first year or may choose other economics programs; a 3-year accelerated option and co-op exist.

Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences  |  Department: Department of Economics  |  Intake: September; application deadline April 1, 2027  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

First-year courses: Introduction to Microeconomics, Introduction to Macroeconomics, Introduction to Mathematical Economics (or MATH 1MM3, 1A03 or 1LS3), plus electives. Upper-year options include Honours Economics, Economics & Mathematics, Specialist Option and combined honours.

Career pathways

Co-op and internship placements include banks, the Canada Revenue Agency, the Bank of Canada and the City of Hamilton, in roles such as data analyst and junior economist.

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