Gain a deep understanding of how the global economy works, as well as strong technical training that will allow you to go on to a career in business, government, or academia. This rigorous and challenging curriculum is built around core courses from the Vancouver School of Economics and the UBC Sauder School of Business.

Duration4 year(s)
Tuition FeeCAD 43,217 / Total
Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
International Economics
About
Disciplines
School of Eco
Requirements
Entry Requirements
English-language requirements
English is the language of instruction at UBC. All prospective students must demonstrate English-language competency prior to admission. There are numerous ways to meet the English Language Admission Standard.
General admission requirements
- Graduation from high school
- Minimum of 70% in Grade 11 or Grade 12 English (or their equivalents)
- At least six academic/non-academic Grade 12 courses (recommended, but not required)
UBC considers your grades in all academic Grade 11 and Grade 12 classes, paying special attention to courses that relate to the degree you’re applying to.
Degree-specific requirements: International Economics
Grade 12
- A Grade 12 English
- A Grade 12 Pre-Calculus
Related courses
The following subject categories are particularly relevant for this degree. Consider taking courses in these areas in Grade 11 and Grade 12.
- Language Arts
- Mathematics and Computation (will consider Chemistry and Physics in this category)
- Social Studies (only Economics, Ethics, First Nations or Contemporary
- Indigenous Studies, Geography, Law, Psychology, and Social Studies)
English Requirements
- PTEMin 65
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 90
Fee Information
Tuition Fee
43,217 / total
International Economics

University of British Columbia
Canada, Vancouver
