Development Economics University of Northern British Columbia

Overview

The Development Economics programme at the University of Northern British Columbia offers a rigorous academic framework for understanding the complexities of global wealth and inequality. This Master of Arts degree prepares students to contribute effectively to the development process through advanced economic analysis and research.

Economic development is treated as a multifaceted issue that cannot be studied in isolation from other social dimensions. The curriculum emphasizes that understanding poverty requires insights from both economic theory and other social sciences. This interdisciplinary approach ensures that graduates possess a holistic view of the challenges facing low-income and middle-income nations.

Why Development Economics at the University of Northern British Columbia?

The institution provides a supportive environment for graduate research with a strong focus on interdisciplinary learning. Students benefit from the expertise of a dedicated faculty that includes professors emeriti and active researchers in the field of economics. The programme is designed to equip development economists with the practical tools needed to influence real-world policy and economic growth.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 2651 per semester
• National fee: CAD 1894 per semester

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is structured to provide a firm foundation in both theory and application. Modules may include:

• Global Economy and Development
• Poverty, Inequality and Development
• Microeconomic Theory and Applications
• Graduate Colloquia
• Macroeconomic Policy for Development
• Applied Econometrics

Elective modules may include:

• Health Economics
• Cost-Benefit Analysis
• Trade and the Environment
• Financial Economics and Quantitative Methods

Students in the research-focused tracks will also complete one of the following:

• Economics Project
• Master's Thesis

Careers with Development Economics

Graduates are prepared for professional roles that require sophisticated economic analysis and policy development. The interdisciplinary nature of the training allows for career opportunities in international organisations, government agencies, and non-governmental organisations. Alumni are equipped to work as development economists, policy analysts, and researchers focusing on global economic issues and poverty reduction strategies.