About Economics in Selkirk College
Economics is the study of the allocation of scarce resources (including: our time, our energy, our built capital, and our natural resources). Economics examines ways to get the most benefit out of our resources. If you are interested in a structured system of thought that allows for rational, well-thought decision making, economics will interest you.
Economics will be of interest to students who intend to transfer to a full economics program at another university, business students and those looking for a well-rounded education. Economists play important roles in: government (all departments), banks, other financial institutions and research centres.
Course offerings at Selkirk College
Selkirk College offers introductory courses in and . These courses transfer to all participating BC post-secondary institutions. Course requirements vary among post-secondary institutions so it is advised that you plan your program with a or contact the for information on transferability.
ECON 106 - Principles of Macroeconomics
ECON 107 - Principles of Microeconomics
Academic qualification equivalents
- Completion of All India or State Board HSC (XII): 55% or higher in relevant subjects.
English language requirements (one of the below):
Selkirk College Highlights
University Type |
Public |
Campus |
Urban |
Annual Endowment |
75 Million CAD |
Academic Calendar |
Semester Based |
% Of International Students |
More Than 10% |
Programs Offered |
Undergraduate, Graduate, Online |
Campus Housing Capacity |
500/Building |
Student To Faculty Ratio |
15: 1 |
Total Enrollment |
12,000 |
English Proficiency Test |
TOEFL/IELTS |
Financial Aid |
Scholarships, Loans, Grants |
Selkirk College Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
- The payment of the semester must be made by the students before the first day of academic term.
- For payment methods cash, cheque, money order, bank draft, credit as well as debit cards are accepted
- The annual fees of courses vary with each other. Below mentioned is the estimated cost of living in Canada when enrolled at the institute:
Expenditure |
Cost |
TUITION |
12,452 CAD |
MANDATORY FEES |
531.24 CAD |
STUDENT UNION FEES |
432 CAD |
BOOKS AND SUPPLIES |
2,494.99 CAD |
TOTAL |
15,910.23 CAD |