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Mathematics and Economics: Bachelor of Arts Degree - Major

Thompson Rivers University

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Intake
  • Fall
  • Winter
  • Summer
Study Options
  • Co-Op
  • Program Start Date
    September, January, May
  • Campuses
    Kamloops

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  • Length
    4 years
  • Tuition Estimate
    (domestic students)
    $5,600 (Year One)
  • Book & Supplies Cost Estimates
    $1,000-$2,000 (Year One)
  • Credential Granted
    • Bachelor's Degree
    • University Course Transfer
  • Learning Method Options
    Face-to-Face

Learning Method Option:

  • Face-to-Face: Program is fully delivered in class with face-to-face interaction
  • Online: Program is fully delivered online
  • Blended (Face-to-Face + Online): Program is delivered using a combination of face-to-face and online learning
  • Off-site: All or part of program is delivered in a physical location away from regular classroom/campus

Looking for ways to fund your education? Check out TRU's financial aid and awards page.

Application Deadline Advice

TRU begins accepting applications in October. 

Applications received prior to March will be guaranteed an admission decision and an earlier registration date. This program will continue to accept applications until the start of each semester.

Verify with the institutions for specific dates.

Application Fee: $31.64 (domestic); $100 (international)

1) Program Admission Requirements

Academic (minimum grade)
1. One of:

  • High school graduation or equivalent
  • Minimum 19 years of age

2.  English 12 (73%) or equivalent

Admission Advice
1. In addition to the program admission requirements, there are also prerequisites for each course that are listed within the course description. For program completion purpose, check course prerequisites before registering individual courses.

2. Students usually declare a major before the beginning of their third year of courses. You must meet the following specific lower-level requirements before declaring a major in Economics:

  • Completion of ECON 1900 and ECON 1950

  • One of:

    • MATH 1170
    • MATH 1140
    • equivalent

All candidates are assigned a Major Program Advisor. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor to ensure that you select the appropriate courses in order to qualify for program major declaration.

3. Foundation of Mathematics 11 or higher is strongly recommended if you are planning to pursue an Education degree or a major in Geography and Environmental Studies, Sociology, or Psychology.

4. If you do not meet the admission and/or course prerequisites, you may begin your first-year university study by taking University Preparation courses to to get started. Please contact TRU's student recruiter to discuss about your options. 


 

2) Institution Admission Requirements

Applicants also have to satisfy TRU's institution admission requirements as listed below.

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English Language Requirements

If your first language is not English and wish to enter academic programs without attending ESL courses, you must provide one of the following (minimum scores):

  • TOEFL iBT = score of 88 overall, with no section below 20
  • TOEFL paper-based = 570 overall, with a 4.5 on the TWE (Test of Written English)
  • TOEFL computer based = 230 overall, with 4.5 on Essay
  • IELTS = score of 6.5, with no bands below 6.0
  • MELAB = score of 81
  • CanTEST = score of 4.5 with no component below 4.0
  • CAEL = score of 70, with no subset below 60
  • Duolingo = score of 110 (accepted on a temporary basis, applicable to applications received before August 31, 2022)

Verify with the institution directly

General Admission Requirements (All Students)

TRU programs generally require BC high school graduation or equivalent. Exceptions to this requirement are shown in the program admission requirements.

You may have the equivalent of BC high school graduation if you have completed:

  • the BC Adult Graduation (Adult Dogwood) diploma, or
  • the General Education Diploma (GED)
The program-specific admission requirements are detailed within each program profile in EducationPlannerBC's Program Search Database for TRU-Campus.

BC Secondary School (or equivalent)

You must meet the program-specific admission requirements of your intended program. To qualify for admission to the Bachelor of Business/Arts/Science degree program, you will need to have completed BC Grade 12 (or equivalent).

The program-specific admission requirements are detailed within each program profile in EducationPlannerBC's Program Search Database for TRU-Campus.

 

Out-of-Province

You must meet the program-specific admission requirements of your intended program. To qualify for admission to the Bachelor of Business/Arts/Science degree program, you will need to have completed BC Grade 12 (or equivalent).

The program-specific admission requirements are detailed within each program profile in EducationPlannerBC's Program Search Database for TRU-Campus.

 

BC Transfer Student

If you have completed some post-secondary studies at another institution, you can possibly earn transfer credits toward your program at TRU-Campus. Please refer to TRU's Transfer Credit web page. The BC Transfer Guide allows you to check on the transferability of your courses taken at another BC post-secondary institution.

Once you apply to TRU, and submit your official transcripts, you will be automatically assessed for transfer credit.

Out-of-Province Transfer Student

If you have completed some post-secondary studies at another institution, you can possibly earn transfer credits toward your program at TRU-Campus. Please refer to TRU's Transfer Credit web page. Once you apply to TRU, and submit your official transcripts, you will be automatically assessed for transfer credit.

Mature Student

For admission purpose, mature students are defined as any applicant of at least 19 years of age who has not graduated from high school. Students classified as mature may have the grade-level admission requirement waived, for example grade 11, grade 12, etc., but they are still required to meet a program’s other admission requirements and all course pre-requisites.

The program-specific admission requirements are detailed within each program profile in EducationPlannerBC's Program Search Database for TRU-Campus.

 

International Student

For details on International Student Admission, please check here.

Other Student (including Special Consideration)

TRU may establish categories for Special Admission where it is considered that previous training and/or work experience is adequate to provide a potential for success in the program. Applicants may possibly earn academic credits for life and work experience learning through Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR). Please contact a TRU academic advisor for more details.

How to Apply

Click here for details on how to apply for admission to TRU. 

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