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This is a program offered by the Faculty of Social Sciences in collaboration with the Canadian Energy Research Institute (CERI). The Department of Economics administers the program. The primary objective of this program is to provide the historical and institutional background and the basic tools necessary for an understanding of the operation of North American and world energy markets. The program includes the development of analytical and problem-solving skills.

Students will benefit from expert instruction by academics at the University and applied researchers at CERI. The courses at the University will focus on the relevant background, theory and tools, while the courses at CERI will provide the opportunity for students to participate actively in a wide range of research projects in applied energy economics. CERI is an internationally respected research institute specializing in all aspects of energy economics with offices in University Research Park, very close to the campus.

It is anticipated that students who graduate with a minor or concentration in applied energy economics will enhance their prospects of securing relevant and rewarding employment in the energy sector. Additional education and training is recommended for those wishing to take full advantage of the career opportunities in applied energy economics. This typically involves the completion of a master's degree. Students contemplating graduate work should consult the Department in the selection of courses.

Applications for admission to the program (either the Minor or Concentration in Applied Energy Economics) can be made to the Faculty of Social Sciences. Prior to applying for admission, students must have completed Economics 201 and 203 and obtained a grade point average of at least 2.70 over the most recent course work to a maximum of five full-course equivalents (²ÝÝ®ÎÛÊÓƵµ¼º½ courses and/or transferable courses taken at other institutions). All grades within a session will be included except where the number of courses taken within a session exceeds that required to fulfill (to a maximum of) five full-course equivalents, in which case the highest grades will be used. The application deadline is April 1. (A GPA of at least 2.70 must normally be maintained for continuation in the program.) Admission to the program may have to be limited. If applications exceed spaces, students will be admitted in order of descending GPA.

For additional information, see one of the student advisors in the Economics Department. For additional information about programs, the Department and CERI, visit our Website at

There are two options available to students registered in the Applied Energy Economics program. For the non-Economics major there is a Minor in Applied Energy Economics. For the Economics major there is a Concentration in Applied Energy Economics.

Minor in Applied Energy Economics

For the non-Economics major, the minor in applied energy economics requires the completion of five full-course equivalents (FCE) from the following courses:

All Required: Economics 201, 203, 301, 395 and 494.

Any four of: Economics 323, 325, 327, 329, 377, 527 and designated Economics 399, 499 and 599 courses.

Economics 494 will be taught in a workplace environment by CERl staff, with students actively involved in applied research projects.

Concentration in Applied Energy Economics

This is applicable to students who are economics majors (or Honours students in Economics). It requires completion of four full-course equivalents (FCE) from the following courses:

Required: Economics 494, 427, 495,

Any four of: Economics 323, 325, 327, 329, 377, 475, 477, 527 and designated Economics 399, 499 and 599 courses.

All other regulations concerning the BA in Economics (and BA Honours in Economics if applicable) must also be satisfied.

Consult the Department regarding the requirements for a Concentration in Applied Energy Economics, particularly in the case of BA Honours, Co-operative Education, or combined degree programs.

Note: The Applied Energy Economics Concentration will be recorded on the transcript of record.