Program Overview

Program Overview

The Baccalauréat en économie et politique is a 90-credit undergraduate program offered by the University of Montreal. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of economics and politics, as well as the skills to analyze and understand the interactions between these two disciplines.

Program Structure

The program consists of 90 credits, which can be completed in three years of full-time study or four years of part-time study. The program includes a range of courses in economics and politics, as well as optional courses in other fields such as international relations, development studies, and environmental studies.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission to the program, applicants must have a secondary school diploma or equivalent, and must have completed a minimum of 12 credits in social sciences or humanities. Applicants must also demonstrate proficiency in French, as the program is taught in French.

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees for the program vary depending on the student's residency status and the number of credits taken. For the 2022-2023 academic year, the tuition fees are as follows:

• Quebec residents: $2,177.05 per trimester (15 credits)
• Canadian non-Quebec residents: $5,387.20 per trimester (15 credits)
• International students: $15,602.05 per trimester (15 credits)

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program can pursue a range of career opportunities in fields such as:

• Public policy and administration
• International relations and diplomacy
• Economic development and planning
• Environmental policy and management
• Journalism and media

Research Areas

The program is affiliated with several research centers and institutes, including the Centre interuniversitaire de recherche en économie quantitative (CIREQ) and the Centre interuniversitaire de recherche en analyse des organisations (CIRANO). Students in the program have the opportunity to engage in research projects and internships in a range of fields, including economics, politics, and international relations.

Courses

The program includes a range of courses in economics and politics, as well as optional courses in other fields. Some examples of courses offered in the program include:

• ECN 1700: Économie et mondialisation
• ECN 2405: Économie du développement
• POL 2606: Économie politique internationale
• POL 3005: Sociopolitique des conflits armés

Specializations

The program offers several specializations, including:

• International relations and diplomacy
• Economic development and planning
• Environmental policy and management
• Journalism and media

Language Requirements

The program is taught in French, and applicants must demonstrate proficiency in French to be eligible for admission. Students who are not fluent in French may be required to take additional language courses to support their studies.

International Opportunities

The program offers several international opportunities, including study abroad programs, internships, and research projects. Students can participate in exchange programs with universities in Europe, Asia, and the Americas, and can also engage in internships and research projects with international organizations and governments.

Faculty and Research

The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are experts in their fields. The faculty includes researchers and practitioners who are actively engaged in research and policy-making in a range of fields, including economics, politics, and international relations.