The Bachelor of Economics program is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in economic theory, quantitative analysis, and applied economics. The program prepares graduates to analyze economic problems, formulate economic policies, and contribute effectively to national and regional economic development.
The program emphasizes analytical thinking, problem-solving, and the practical application of economic principles in addressing real-world economic and social challenges.
The Bachelor of Economics is a four-year undergraduate degree program with an optional fifth-year Honours degree awarded by merit. The program begins with foundational courses in principles of economics, mathematics, statistics, and social sciences, and gradually advances to specialized courses in microeconomics, macroeconomics, development economics, public finance, international economics, and econometrics.
The curriculum integrates theoretical knowledge with practical applications, research methods, and policy analysis. Students are also trained in communication skills, computer applications, and basic research techniques. Graduates are well prepared for careers in government institutions, financial organizations, research bodies, non-governmental organizations, and for further postgraduate studies.
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Economics program, graduates will be able to:
Demonstrate a sound understanding of microeconomic and macroeconomic theories.
Analyze economic data using quantitative and statistical tools.
Apply economic principles to solve real-world economic and social problems.
Evaluate public policies and their economic impacts.
Conduct basic economic research using appropriate methodologies.
Interpret and present economic information clearly in written and oral forms.
Use computer applications and econometric techniques for economic analysis.
Demonstrate ethical responsibility and professionalism in economic practice.
| # | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Principles of Economics I | 3 |
| 2 | Introduction to Sociology | 2 |
| 3 | Mathematics for Economics I | 3 |
| 4 | Communication Skills | 2 |
| 5 | Introduction to Computer Science | 2 |
Total Credit Hours: 12
| # | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Principles of Economics II | 3 |
| 2 | Introduction to Political Science | 2 |
| 3 | Mathematics for Economics II | 3 |
| 4 | Statistics I | 2 |
Total Credit Hours: 10
| # | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Microeconomics I | 3 |
| 2 | Macroeconomics I | 3 |
| 3 | Statistics II | 3 |
| 4 | Economic History | 2 |
Total Credit Hours: 11
| # | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Microeconomics II | 3 |
| 2 | Macroeconomics II | 3 |
| 3 | Public Finance | 3 |
| 4 | Research Methods | 2 |
Total Credit Hours: 11
| # | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Development Economics I | 3 |
| 2 | International Economics I | 3 |
| 3 | Econometrics I | 3 |
| 4 | Environmental Economics | 2 |
Total Credit Hours: 11
| # | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Development Economics II | 3 |
| 2 | International Economics II | 3 |
| 3 | Econometrics II | 3 |
| 4 | Monetary Economics | 2 |
Total Credit Hours: 11
| # | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Applied Economics | 3 |
| 2 | Labour Economics | 3 |
| 3 | Economic Policy Analysis | 3 |
| 4 | Financial Economics | 2 |
Total Credit Hours: 11
| # | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project / Research Paper | 6 |
| 2 | Public Sector Economics | 3 |
| 3 | Economic Planning | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 12
Admission is based on academic merit and university regulations.
