About the course

Economics is a social science that studies the efficient allocation of scarce resources to the activities carried out by consumers, businesses, governments, and nations. Modern economics is a quantitative science and its analysis requires a solid foundation in mathematics and statistical analysis. Students majoring in economics go on to careers in business, law, public policy, government institutions, and international relations. Training in economics provides substantive knowledge for advanced degrees such as masters in business administration and law, and Ph.D. degree in economics.

　　The Economics department at UCR currently offers four distinct majors.

　　The Economics major and Business Economics major offer students rigorous, analytical study of economics with a thorough grounding in microeconomic and macroeconomic theory and how this theory relates to problems in the modern economy. The distinction between these two majors is in their upper-division electives, with the Economics major offering greater flexibility while the Business Economics major has greater emphasis on courses having business applications. Either of these majors would be suitable for students planning to pursue masters level studies in economics. These majors also provide training to the students for becoming a practicing economist.

　　The Department also offers two other majors with more diverse course requirements. The Economics, Law and Society major combines perspectives from several departments with CHASS, offering students a wider perspective on the law than is customary within a single department. The program coherently organizes requirements to help students develop critical thinking about law and social institutions. The Economics/Administrative Studies major is a highly structured interdisciplinary major within CHASS that some students may find to be an attractive alternative to Business Administration. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2021	Riverside
Winter (January), 2024	Riverside
Spring (March), 2024	Riverside
Fall (September), 2024	Riverside
Winter (January), 2025	Riverside
Spring (March), 2025	Riverside
Fall (September), 2025	Riverside
Winter (January), 2026	Riverside
Spring (March), 2026	Riverside

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of California

If English is not the applicant’s native language, or the language of instruction at school, English proficiency must be demonstrated in one of these ways:

　　• Pass the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a score of 80 or higher (iBT).

　　• Pass the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a score of 600 or higher on the Paper Based Test (PBT).

　　• Pass the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a score of 6.5 or higher.

　　• Score 560 or higher on the Writing section of the SAT or 31 or higher on the new SAT Writing and Language test.

　　• Score 24 or higher on the combined ACT English/Writing or English Language Arts (ELA).

　　• Achieve a score of 3, 4 or 5 on the AP Exam in English Language and Composition or English Literature and Composition.

　　• Achieve a score of 6 or 7 on the International Baccalaureate (IB) Higher Level Examination in English (Language A).

　　• Complete a rigorous set of courses in secondary school (Grades 9–12). Complete a high level of academic achievement: To meet minimum requirements to be considered for UC Riverside selection, you must earn a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.4 on a 4.0 scale (equivalent to an 85 percent on a 100 percent scale).

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of California. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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