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77 Best Economics & Public Policy Programs in Canada

77 Economics & Public Policy courses are taught at 37 universities in Canada; the most common length is 4 years. Courses from University of Toronto, University of Toronto, Mississauga and University of Toronto, Scarborough come first, because those universities rank highest.

2Bachelor's Degree
UT University of Toronto, Mississauga logo
QS World #29 #2 in Canada Canada

Economics

University of Toronto, Mississauga — The Bachelor of Arts in Economics at the University of Toronto, Mississauga equips students with a deep understanding of economic principles, theories, and applications....

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
4Bachelor's Degree
UT University of Toronto, Scarborough logo
QS World #29 #3 in Canada Canada

Health Policy

University of Toronto, Scarborough — The Bachelor’s Degree in Health Policy offered at the University of Toronto, Scarborough dives deeply into the complex interplay between health and policy-making. This pr...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
5Bachelor's Degree
UT University of Toronto, Scarborough logo
QS World #29 #3 in Canada Canada

International Development Studies (Co-op)

University of Toronto, Scarborough — The Bachelor of Arts in International Development Studies (Co-op) at the University of Toronto, Scarborough focuses on understanding global inequality, social justice, an...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
6Bachelor's Degree
UT University of Toronto, Scarborough logo
QS World #29 #3 in Canada Canada

International Development Studies (Non-co-op)

University of Toronto, Scarborough — The Bachelor's Degree in International Development Studies at the University of Toronto, Scarborough is a comprehensive program that explores the complex issues surroundi...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
7Bachelor's Degree
UT University of Toronto, Scarborough logo
QS World #29 #3 in Canada Canada

Urban Public Policy & Governance

University of Toronto, Scarborough — The Bachelor's Degree in Urban Public Policy & Governance at the University of Toronto, Scarborough delves into the intricate dynamics of urban environments and the gover...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
8Master's Degree
UD Université de Montréal logo
QS World #141 #12 in Canada Canada

Master of Public and International Affairs

Université de Montréal — Overview of the Master's in Public and International AffairsThe Master's in Public and International Affairs at the Université de Montréal is designed to equip students w...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
9Bachelor's Degree
UW University of Western Ontario logo
QS World #151 #13 in Canada Canada

Economics

University of Western Ontario — The Bachelor of Arts in Economics at the University of Western Ontario offers students a comprehensive foundation in both the theoretical and practical aspects of economi...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
11Program
QU Queen's University logo
QS World #191 #15 in Canada Canada

Advanced Leadership for Social Impact

Queen's University — The Advanced Leadership for Social Impact program at Queen's University is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to enact positive change in...

Level
Duration
BlendedMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
12Bachelor's Degree
QU Queen's University logo
QS World #191 #15 in Canada Canada

Applied Economics

Queen's University — The Bachelor's degree in Applied Economics at Queen's University is designed to provide students with a robust understanding of economic principles and their practical ap...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
15Bachelor's Degree
UC University of Calgary logo
QS World #211 #16 in Canada Canada

Economics

University of Calgary — The Bachelor's Degree in Economics at the University of Calgary provides students with a strong foundation in economic theories and quantitative methods. The curriculum i...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics
17Bachelor's Degree
DU Dalhousie University logo
QS World #283 #18 in Canada Canada

Agricultural Economics

Dalhousie University — The Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Economics at Dalhousie University provides a comprehensive understanding of the economic principles and practices that govern the ag...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
18Bachelor's Degree
DU Dalhousie University logo
QS World #283 #18 in Canada Canada

Economics

Dalhousie University — The Bachelor's Degree in Economics at Dalhousie University offers an in-depth exploration of economic theories and concepts, equipping students with the analytical skills...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
19Bachelor's Degree
DU Dalhousie University logo
QS World #283 #18 in Canada Canada

International Development Studies

Dalhousie University — The Bachelor of Arts in International Development Studies at Dalhousie University examines the complex issues surrounding global development, focusing on economic, social...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
20Bachelor's Degree
SF Simon Fraser University logo
QS World #308 #19 in Canada Canada

Economics BA and BSc

Simon Fraser University — The Economics BA and BSc programs at Simon Fraser University provide students with a comprehensive understanding of economic principles, theories, and their applications...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
24Bachelor's Degree
US University of Saskatchewan logo
QS World #378 #22 in Canada Canada

Agricultural Economics

University of Saskatchewan — The Bachelor's Degree in Agricultural Economics at the University of Saskatchewan provides an in-depth understanding of the intersection between agriculture and economics...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy

Economics & Public Policy at other levels

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How these courses are ranked

14 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #29 (University of Toronto) to #465 (Concordia University); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Toronto has the largest research record in this group, with 59,684,471 citations and an h-index of 1,794.

What the courses look like

By level: 68 bachelor's, 3 master's and 1 phd / doctorate. Within the subject, the largest areas are Economics & Public Policy (63), Economics (11) and Public Policy (3). The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 99% are full-time. Start dates lean to Spring (95% of courses with a stated intake) and Fall (92% of courses with a stated intake). University of the Fraser Valley offers the widest choice, with 7 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Economics & Public Policy in Canada?

University of Toronto (QS World #29), University of Toronto, Mississauga (QS World #29) and University of Toronto, Scarborough (QS World #29) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Economics & Public Policy in Canada?

Of those with published fees, McMaster University is the least expensive at about USD 40,000 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does an Economics & Public Policy course take in Canada?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 1–2 years the next most common.

When do Economics & Public Policy courses start in Canada?

Spring is the main intake — 95% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Fall is the second.

Which university has the most Economics & Public Policy courses in Canada?

University of the Fraser Valley, with 7, ahead of Thompson Rivers University (6).

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