Program Overview

University Program Information

The Queen's University Economics Department offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs.

Undergraduate Programs

• Major in Applied Economics (APEC): This program focuses on the application of economic principles to real-world problems.
• Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPEC): An interdisciplinary program that combines the study of politics, philosophy, and economics.
• Minors & Medials: Students can also pursue minors or medials in economics, which provide a foundation in economic theory and analysis.
• Economics Degree Pathways: The department offers various degree pathways, including a four-year honors degree and a three-year general degree.

Graduate Programs

• MA: The Master's program in economics provides advanced training in economic theory, econometrics, and research methods.
• PhD: The PhD program in economics is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in research and academia.
• Executive Programs: The department also offers executive programs for working professionals who want to advance their knowledge and skills in economics.

Courses

The department offers a wide range of courses in economics, including:

• ECON 110 - Principles of Economics: An introductory course that covers the basics of microeconomics and macroeconomics.
• ECON 111 - Introductory Microeconomics: A course that focuses on the principles of microeconomics, including consumer behavior and market structure.
• ECON 112 - Introductory Macroeconomics: A course that covers the principles of macroeconomics, including economic growth, inflation, and unemployment.
• ECON 212 - Microeconomic Theory I: A course that provides an in-depth analysis of microeconomic theory, including consumer behavior and market equilibrium.
• ECON 222 - Macroeconomic Theory I: A course that covers the principles of macroeconomic theory, including economic growth, inflation, and unemployment.
• ECON 310 - Microeconomic Theory II: A course that provides an advanced analysis of microeconomic theory, including general equilibrium and welfare economics.
• ECON 320 - Macroeconomic Theory II: A course that covers advanced topics in macroeconomic theory, including monetary policy and international trade.

Research Areas

The department has a strong research focus, with faculty members working in a variety of areas, including:

• Econometrics and Quantitative Methods: The application of statistical and mathematical techniques to economic data.
• Economic History, Law and Economics: The study of the historical development of economic systems and the interaction between economics and law.
• Financial Economics: The study of financial markets and instruments, including stocks, bonds, and derivatives.
• Industrial Organization: The study of the structure and behavior of firms and industries.
• International Economics: The study of international trade and finance, including the effects of globalization and trade policy.
• Labour, Health, Education and Welfare: The study of labor markets, health economics, education, and social welfare policy.
• Macroeconomics and Monetary Economics: The study of economic growth, inflation, and unemployment, including the role of monetary policy.
• Microeconomics: The study of individual economic units, including consumers, firms, and markets.
• Public and Development Economics: The study of public policy and economic development, including the role of government and international institutions.
• Urban, Environmental and Natural Resource Economics: The study of urban economics, environmental economics, and natural resource economics.

Awards and Prizes

The department offers a number of awards and prizes to students, including:

• Douglas D. Purvis Memorial Prize: An award for outstanding academic achievement in economics.
• The Dan Usher Prize for Excellence in Economic Research: An award for excellence in economic research.
• Scarthingmoor MA Essay Prize: An award for the best MA essay in economics.
• Curtis Prize: An award for outstanding academic achievement in economics.
• David C. Smith Prize: An award for excellence in economic research.
• Martin F. J. Prachowny Prize: An award for outstanding academic achievement in economics.
• R.E. Olley Graduate Award: An award for graduate students in economics.
• Richard S. Malone Prize: An award for excellence in economic research.
• Scarthingmoor PhD Thesis Prize: An award for the best PhD thesis in economics.
• The E. Gay Mitchell Prize: An award for outstanding academic achievement in economics.
• The Neil Morrison Prize: An award for excellence in economic research.
• The Tripp-Smith Family Prize: An award for outstanding academic achievement in economics.
• The Mac Urquhart PhD Prize: An award for the best PhD thesis in economics.