Program Overview

University of Waterloo Economics Program

The University of Waterloo offers a comprehensive Economics program, encompassing undergraduate and graduate studies, research opportunities, and academic support.

Undergraduate Program

• The undergraduate program in Economics provides students with a solid foundation in economic theory, quantitative methods, and applied economics.
  • Academic advising is available to help students navigate their degree requirements and plan their academic path.
  • The co-op program allows students to gain practical work experience in their field of study.
  • Students can declare their Economics major and participate in the ECON-nection Mentorship Program for additional support and networking opportunities.
  • The program includes various courses, such as:
    • Offerings: A range of economics courses, including microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics.
    • Outlines: Detailed course outlines are available for each economics course.
  • Economics 2+2 students and the Economics Society provide additional opportunities for engagement and community building.
  • Career outcomes for economics students are diverse, with opportunities in fields such as finance, government, and international trade.

Graduate Program

• The graduate program in Economics offers MA and PhD degrees, with various specializations and research areas.
  • MA program:
    • MA Co-op Program Information: The co-op program provides students with the opportunity to gain work experience in their field of study.
    • MA MRP Program Information: The Master's Research Paper (MRP) program allows students to conduct original research under the supervision of a faculty member.
  • PhD program: The PhD program in Economics is designed for students who wish to pursue advanced research in economics.
  • Collaborative Water Program: This program allows students to conduct research in water-related fields, such as water economics and policy.
  • New student information: Resources and support are available for new graduate students, including information on courses, funding, and academic expectations.
  • Courses: A range of graduate-level economics courses are available, including:
    • Quantitative methods
    • Applied economics
    • Economic theory
  • Funding: Various funding opportunities are available for graduate students, including scholarships, teaching assistantships, and research assistantships.
  • Apply: Information on the application process and admission requirements is available for prospective graduate students.
  • PhD graduates: The program has a strong track record of placing PhD graduates in academic and non-academic positions.
  • Graduate Diploma (GDip) in Computational Data Analytics for the Social Sciences and Humanities: This diploma program provides students with training in computational data analytics and its applications in social sciences and humanities.
  • Graduate student stories: Current and former graduate students share their experiences and achievements in the program.
  • Career outcomes for MA Economics graduates: The program prepares students for a range of career opportunities in fields such as finance, government, and international trade.

Research

• The Department of Economics is actively engaged in research, with faculty members publishing in top-tier journals and presenting at conferences.
  • Forthcoming publications: A list of upcoming publications by faculty members is available.
  • Research grants: Faculty members have received research grants from various funding agencies, including the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC).
  • Working papers: The department publishes working papers on various topics in economics, including economic theory, applied economics, and quantitative methods.

Awards

• The Department of Economics offers various awards and scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students.
  • Graduate scholarships: A range of scholarships are available to graduate students, including the Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) and the University of Waterloo Graduate Scholarship.
  • Undergraduate scholarships: Undergraduate students are eligible for various scholarships, including the University of Waterloo Scholarship and the Faculty of Arts Scholarship.

Distinguished Lecture

• The Department of Economics hosts a distinguished lecture series, featuring prominent economists and researchers.
• Seminars and workshops: The department organizes various seminars and workshops, including the Department Seminar Series, PhD Student Seminars, and the Waterloo Laurier Labour (WALL) Seminar.

Alumni

• The Department of Economics has a strong alumni network, with graduates working in various fields, including finance, government, and international trade.
  • Share your story: Alumni are encouraged to share their experiences and achievements with the department.
  • Profiles & Achievements: The department features profiles and achievements of notable alumni.
  • Make a gift: Alumni can support the department by making a donation to the University of Waterloo.

E-CONnect Newsletter

• The E-CONnect Newsletter is a publication of the Department of Economics, featuring news, research, and updates from the department.
  • Fall 2023 issue: The latest issue of the newsletter is available, featuring articles on research, alumni achievements, and department news.
  • Past issues: Archives of past issues are available, dating back to 2016.

Registration form for Diploma in Computational Analytics for the Social Sciences and Humanities

To register for the Graduate Diploma (GDip) in Computational Data Analytics for the Social Sciences and Humanities (CDASH), students must complete an online registration form.

• The form must identify the courses students would like to take in fulfillment of the GDip requirements.
• Students will receive confirmation from the Program Director.
• Courses:
  • ACC 640 - Unstructured Data and Natural Language Processing
  • ECON 626 - Machine Learning for Economists
  • ECON 673 - Econometric Methods for High Dimensional Data
  • GEOG 606 - Scientific Data Wrangling
  • GEOG 607 - Fundamentals of Geographic Information Systems
  • HIST 640 - Digital History
  • HLTH 605B - Quantitative Methods and Analysis
  • HLTH 650 - Applied Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence in Public Health
  • INTEG 640 - Computational Social Science
  • INTEG 641 - Hard Decisions and Wicked Problems
  • PS 627 - Introduction to Coding and Programming
  • PS 629 - Data Mining and Statistical Methods (not to be taken by ECON grads)
  • PSYCH 640 - Data Analysis & Graphing in R
  • PSCI 637 - Introduction to Machine Learning for Public Policy
  • STAT 830 - Experimental Design
  • STAT 831 - Generalized Linear Models and Applications
  • STAT 842 - Data Visualization
  • STAT 847 - Exploratory Data Analysis

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