UofC

Minor in Applied Energy Economics (available to non-Economics Majors)

Concentration in Applied Energy Economics (available to Economics Majors)

Note: Applied Energy Economics is not offered as a Major Field of study.

The Faculty of Arts offers the Applied Energy Economics program. The Program provides 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.

While 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 of Economics in the selection of courses.

There are two Applied Energy Economics programs. 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. The Minor or Concentration in Applied Energy Economics Concentration will be recorded on a student's transcript of record.

Applications for admission to the program (either the Minor or Concentration in Applied Energy Economics) can be made to the Faculty of Arts. Prior to applying for admission, students must have completed Economics 201 and 203. 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 the Economics Advisor. For additional information about programs and the Department, visit econ.ucalgary.ca.

This Minor, which is available only to students with Major Fields other than Economics, requires the successful completion of a minimum of 30 units (5.0 full-course equivalents) and a maximum of 36 units (6.0 full-course equivalents) from the Field of Economics as follows:

Required Courses: Economics 201, 203, 301, 357, 395 and 493.

Applied Energy Economics Options: 12 units (2.0 full-course equivalents) from: Economics 323, 325, 327, 329, 377, 475, 477, 487, 527.

Note: Versions of the decimalized courses Economics 399, 499 and 599, which are designated by the Department of Economics, may be used toward the requirement for Applied Energy Economics options.

This Concentration is available only to students pursuing a Degree in Economics. In addition to the requirements for the BA or Honours BA in Economics, students must meet the additional following requirements:

Required Courses: Economics 427, 493.

Applied Energy Economics Options: 18 units (3.0 full-course equivalents) from: Economics 323, 325, 327, 329, 377, 453, 475, 477, 487, 495, 527.

Notes:

• Students may count the courses used to satisfy the requirements of the concentration toward either the BA or BA Honours in Economics. Depending on the choice of courses for the concentration, students may or may not be able to complete the BA or BA Honours in Economics with the minimum number of courses.
• Students may be able to take additional “Applied Energy Economics Options” subject to the constraint that those in the BA in Economics are only permitted to take a maximum of 60 units (10.0 full-course equivalents) from the Field of Economics in total while those in the BA Honours in Economics are only permitted to take a maximum of 72 units (12.0 full-course equivalents).
• Students should choose their courses and course sequence in consultation with the Department of Economics. This is particularly important for students who are combining the Concentration in Applied Energy Economics with BA Honours, Co-operative Education, or Combined Degree programs.
• Versions of the decimalized courses Economics 399, 499 and 599, which are designated by the Department of Economics, may be used toward the requirement for Applied Energy Economics options.