Program Overview

MA Program in Economics

The MA program in Economics at the University of Waterloo fosters students' capacity for economic analysis through rigorous instruction in economics theory and econometrics. The program offers a renowned co-op option, allowing students to gain 8 months of paid work experience during their MA program. Graduates of the MA programs have gone on to hold prestigious positions both inside and outside of academia.

Program Options

• MA Co-op: Coursework Master's Research Paper (MRP - must be approved after first term by Associate Chair, Graduate Studies)
• MA: Master's Research Paper (MRP)
• MA Water: Master's Research Paper (MRP)
• MA Water Co-op: Master's Research Paper (MRP)

Program Structure

The program structure varies depending on the option chosen:

• MA Co-op: 9 courses + MRP, with co-op terms in Spring (S) and Fall 2 (F2)
• MA: 7 courses + MRP
• MA Water: 8 courses + MRP
• MA Water Co-op: 8 courses + MRP, with co-op terms in Spring (S) and Fall 2 (F2)

Terms

• Fall (F): September-December
• Winter (W): January-April
• Spring (S): May-August

Degree Requirements

The Master's Research Paper (MRP) is equivalent to 2 full courses.

Additional Information

A PowerPoint presentation by Professor Phil Curry, Associate Chair, Graduate Studies, is available, titled "So Ya Wanna Go to Grad School," which provides information about making the decision to go to grad school.