Program Overview

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Program Overview

Faculty: Faculty of Arts Degree Type: Bachelor of Arts Delivery: In-person Department: Economics Department

About Economics

Economics explores issues of central importance to the human condition at the local, national and global levels. These issues include unemployment, inflation, poverty and inequality, pollution and environmental degradation, sustainable economic development, depletion of fish stocks and other resources, international economic interactions, budget deficits and national debts.

Why Study Economics at StFX?

You will join an intimate learning environment where you explore some of the most challenging topics within your field. Small class sizes in upper-year courses facilitate maximum interaction with your professors and peers and promote a student-centered environment.

You can also participate, through groups like the Economics Society, in the intellectual life of the department by being involved in the choice of speakers and other activities.

First Year Economics

In the first year, Introductory Economics (ECON 101/102) familiarizes you with economic concepts and methodologies used in examining pressing problems and issues. Classes focus on inflation, unemployment, international trade, price distortions and national policies such as fiscal and monetary policy, trade policy, and the regulation of prices.

Rewarding Careers in Economics

The study of economics provides a sound understanding of fundamental aspects of the world around us. It focuses attention on the structure of society, while developing your ability to analyze problems logically. This means a wide range of career opportunities at financial institutions, large and small corporations, think tanks, and government and non-government agencies for those wishing to pursue careers in such areas as law, management, journalism and public policy.

Flexible Degree Choices

You can earn a BA, a BSc or a BBA honours with a concentration in Economics. In the BA program, you can opt for an honours, including with a subsidiary subject, advanced major or major. The BA advanced major and major can be combined with a minor in Business Administration. These can also be combined with an advanced major or major in Development Studies. You can also earn a joint honours degree in Economics and Business or Economics and several Science disciplines.

Future Opportunities

• Analysis Group
• Bank of Canada
• Federal Department of Finance
• Parliamentary Budget Office
• TD Bank

Residences

Bishops Hall

Bishops Hall was opened as a student residence in 1963. It is so named because of the individual residences it encompasses: Burke, Fraser, and Plessis, named in honour of three bishops who had early connections with the Diocese of Antigonish. Students in residence at Bishops Hall will feel right at home and live in comfort. Various amenities include shared kitchen facilities on the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th floor, laundry facilities, room storage, common areas and a tv lounge.

MacIsaac Hall

MacIsaac Hall is an impressive traditional residence located near the StFX campus football field. Students can make use of such amenities as laundry facilities, hockey storage, common areas and a TV lounge. The Hall is also known for having the largest double rooms on campus.