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The Ph.D. program in economics at UBC owes its strength to the quality of its research faculty, extensive opportunity for student-faculty interaction, and a diverse offering of specializations for thesis work. Our faculty members specialize in a wide range of topics, including development economics, economic history, applied and theoretical econometrics, economics of inequality and gender, environmental economics, industrial organization, international finance, international trade, labour economics, macroeconomics, applied and theoretical micro, political economy, and public economics.

For specific program requirements, please refer to the departmental program website

What makes the program unique?

The Vancouver School of Economics at UBC is one of the world's best: in a recent ranking based on research publications, the department ranked in the top 20 worldwide, and number one in Canada.

Each year, we typically admit about 15 new students to our program. As a result, our program is small enough to provide extensive research supervision, yet large enough to offer expertise in a wide range of fields.

UBC offers the best program in economics in the country and has a reputation worldwide for its research and top programs.

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Program enquiries, admission information & requirements, 1) check eligibility, minimum academic requirements.

The Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies establishes the minimum admission requirements common to all applicants, usually a minimum overall average in the B+ range (76% at UBC). The graduate program that you are applying to may have additional requirements. Please review the specific requirements for applicants with credentials from institutions in:

• Canada or the United States
• International countries other than the United States

Each program may set higher academic minimum requirements. Please review the program website carefully to understand the program requirements. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission as it is a competitive process.

English Language Test

Applicants from a university outside Canada in which English is not the primary language of instruction must provide results of an English language proficiency examination as part of their application. Tests must have been taken within the last 24 months at the time of submission of your application.

Minimum requirements for the two most common English language proficiency tests to apply to this program are listed below:

TOEFL: Test of English as a Foreign Language - internet-based

Overall score requirement : 93

IELTS: International English Language Testing System

Overall score requirement : 6.5

Other Test Scores

Some programs require additional test scores such as the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Graduate Management Test (GMAT). The requirements for this program are:

The GRE is required by some applicants. Please check the program website.

2) Meet Deadlines

3) prepare application, transcripts.

All applicants have to submit transcripts from all past post-secondary study. Document submission requirements depend on whether your institution of study is within Canada or outside of Canada.

Letters of Reference

A minimum of three references are required for application to graduate programs at UBC. References should be requested from individuals who are prepared to provide a report on your academic ability and qualifications.

Statement of Interest

Many programs require a statement of interest , sometimes called a "statement of intent", "description of research interests" or something similar.

Supervision

Students in research-based programs usually require a faculty member to function as their thesis supervisor. Please follow the instructions provided by each program whether applicants should contact faculty members.

Instructions regarding thesis supervisor contact for Doctor of Philosophy in Economics (PhD)

Citizenship verification.

Permanent Residents of Canada must provide a clear photocopy of both sides of the Permanent Resident card.

4) Apply Online

All applicants must complete an online application form and pay the application fee to be considered for admission to UBC.

Research Information

Research facilities.

The school houses the Centre for Labour Studies and manages the British Columbia Inter-University Research Data Centre. As a result, unique training opportunities, research funding, and access to data and computing resources are available to our Ph.D. students.

Tuition & Financial Support

Financial support.

Applicants to UBC have access to a variety of funding options, including merit-based (i.e. based on your academic performance) and need-based (i.e. based on your financial situation) opportunities.

Program Funding Packages

Virtually all of the School's research faculty hold grants from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council and other funding agencies, implying that opportunities for research assistantships and dissertation support are ample.

From September 2024 all full-time students in UBC-Vancouver PhD programs will be provided with a funding package of at least $24,000 for each of the first four years of their PhD. The funding package may consist of any combination of internal or external awards, teaching-related work, research assistantships, and graduate academic assistantships. Please note that many graduate programs provide funding packages that are substantially greater than $24,000 per year. Please check with your prospective graduate program for specific details of the funding provided to its PhD students.

Average Funding

• 33 students received Teaching Assistantships. Average TA funding based on 33 students was $13,467.
• 17 students received Research Assistantships. Average RA funding based on 17 students was $13,717.
• 19 students received Academic Assistantships. Average AA funding based on 19 students was $3,513.
• 49 students received internal awards. Average internal award funding based on 49 students was $22,471.
• 3 students received external awards. Average external award funding based on 3 students was $30,000.

Scholarships & awards (merit-based funding)

All applicants are encouraged to review the awards listing to identify potential opportunities to fund their graduate education. The database lists merit-based scholarships and awards and allows for filtering by various criteria, such as domestic vs. international or degree level.

Graduate Research Assistantships (GRA)

Many professors are able to provide Research Assistantships (GRA) from their research grants to support full-time graduate students studying under their supervision. The duties constitute part of the student's graduate degree requirements. A Graduate Research Assistantship is considered a form of fellowship for a period of graduate study and is therefore not covered by a collective agreement. Stipends vary widely, and are dependent on the field of study and the type of research grant from which the assistantship is being funded.

Graduate Teaching Assistantships (GTA)

Graduate programs may have Teaching Assistantships available for registered full-time graduate students. Full teaching assistantships involve 12 hours work per week in preparation, lecturing, or laboratory instruction although many graduate programs offer partial TA appointments at less than 12 hours per week. Teaching assistantship rates are set by collective bargaining between the University and the Teaching Assistants' Union .

Graduate Academic Assistantships (GAA)

Academic Assistantships are employment opportunities to perform work that is relevant to the university or to an individual faculty member, but not to support the student’s graduate research and thesis. Wages are considered regular earnings and when paid monthly, include vacation pay.

Financial aid (need-based funding)

Canadian and US applicants may qualify for governmental loans to finance their studies. Please review eligibility and types of loans .

All students may be able to access private sector or bank loans.

Foreign government scholarships

Many foreign governments provide support to their citizens in pursuing education abroad. International applicants should check the various governmental resources in their home country, such as the Department of Education, for available scholarships.

Working while studying

The possibility to pursue work to supplement income may depend on the demands the program has on students. It should be carefully weighed if work leads to prolonged program durations or whether work placements can be meaningfully embedded into a program.

International students enrolled as full-time students with a valid study permit can work on campus for unlimited hours and work off-campus for no more than 20 hours a week.

A good starting point to explore student jobs is the UBC Work Learn program or a Co-Op placement .

Tax credits and RRSP withdrawals

Students with taxable income in Canada may be able to claim federal or provincial tax credits.

Canadian residents with RRSP accounts may be able to use the Lifelong Learning Plan (LLP) which allows students to withdraw amounts from their registered retirement savings plan (RRSPs) to finance full-time training or education for themselves or their partner.

Please review Filing taxes in Canada on the student services website for more information.

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Applicants have access to the cost estimator to develop a financial plan that takes into account various income sources and expenses.

Career Outcomes

76 students graduated between 2005 and 2013. Of these, career information was obtained for 75 alumni (based on research conducted between Feb-May 2016):

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The market for Ph.D. economists is strong and the School actively supports the placement of our Ph.D. job market candidates. Our students have obtained positions at leading research and teaching universities around the world. A number of graduates also obtained excellent positions at government agencies, central banks, non-governmental organizations, and in the private sector.

At the Vancouver School of Economics, we are dedicated to ensuring the success of our students on the job market.

Enrolment, Duration & Other Stats

These statistics show data for the Doctor of Philosophy in Economics (PhD). Data are separated for each degree program combination. You may view data for other degree options in the respective program profile.

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This list shows faculty members with full supervisory privileges who are affiliated with this program. It is not a comprehensive list of all potential supervisors as faculty from other programs or faculty members without full supervisory privileges can request approvals to supervise graduate students in this program.

• Anderson, Siwan (Micro-level institutions, role of gender, studies of rural governments)
• Baylis, Patrick (Economics; Climate Changes and Impacts; Economic Planning of Energy; climate change economics; energy economics; environmental economics)
• Beaudry, Paul (National and International macroeconomic issues, Business cycles, inflation, financial markets, the macro-economic effects of technological change and globalization, and the determinants of aggregate employment and wages)
• Bostanci, Gorkem (Macroeconomics (including monetary and fiscal theory); Industry economics and industrial organization; Firm Dynamics; Input Allocation and Productivity; Labor Demand; intellectual property)
• Copeland, Brian (International trade, environmental economics, interaction between globalization, the environment, and the sustainability of renewable resources)
• Couture, Victor (Economics; Urban economics and transportation; Efficiency of urban transportation systems; Potential for e-commerce to reduce spatial inequality; Preferences for social interactions; Consequences of gentrification)
• Devereux, Michael (Economics, Macro and Monetary Economics Economic Policy, Monetary and Fiscal Policy, Deficits, Exchange Rates, Capital Flows, Financial Crises, International, monetary)
• Drelichman, Mauricio (Economic history, Spain, Argentina)
• Farinha Luz, Vitor (Microeconomic Theory,)
• Ferraz, Claudio (governance and accountability in developing countries; how politics affect public service delivery; the effects of electoral rules on political selection; the role of the state in high crime and violence environments)
• Fortin, Nicole (Wage inequality and its links to labour market institutions and public policies, including higher education policies economic progress of women, gender equality policies, and gender issues in education)
• Francois, Patrick (African Autocracies, Economics of Developing Countries, Indian Village Governance, Macro, development, problems in development economies, political economy and non profits)
• Gallipoli, Giovanni (Macroeconomics (including monetary and fiscal theory); Economic Policies; Economic Phenomena on a National or International Level; Economic Phenomena on an Individual or Organizational Level; applied microeconomics; computational economics; labor economics; macroeconomics; Consumption theory and measurement)
• Green, David (Antibiotic Resistance,  Infectious Disease, Epidemiology, Determinants of the wage and employment structure bridging between macro labour and micro labour identification issues)
• Hnatkovska, Viktoriya (International finance, macroeconomics, development economics in India )
• Hoffmann, Florian (Labor Economics, Macro Economics, Income Inequality, Education, Mobility )
• Hwang, Il Myoung (empirical industrial organization and market design; evaluating different school choice mechanisms)
• Jaccard, Torsten (Economics; international trade)
• Juhasz, Reka (Economics; international trade; Economic History; Development and Growth; industrial policy and industrialization)
• Kasahara, Hiroyuki (Econometrics and international trade )
• Lahiri, Amartya (Exchange rates and monetary policy, growth and development, international economics, macroeconomics, and development economics)
• Lemieux, Thomas (labour market issues, Applied, labour, earnings inequality in Canada and other countries I am also interested in econometric methods used to analyze the earnings distribution and regression discontinuity designs)
• Li, Hao (Microeconomic theory, theory of contracts and organizations, and games and decisions )
• Li, Wei (Contract theory, applied game theory, and information economics I am deeply interested in the interaction of information and incentives in various economics and political environments )
• Lowe, Matthew (preference formation; social integration; political selection)

Doctoral Citations

Sample thesis submissions.

• Essays in economic history and development
• Essays in optimal monetary policy
• Essays in labour economics
• Algorithmic learning in games
• Essays in development economics and economic history
• Essays on fiscal and monetary policy during economic crises
• Essays on gender and behavioural economics
• Rally the vote : electoral competition with direct campaign communication
• Essays on theory and computation in economics
• Essays in urban and labor economics
• Essays on urban violence and health
• Essays in empirical Economics
• Essays on macroeconomics
• Essays in development economics
• Essays on the political economy of state capacity, conflict, and democratization

Related Programs

Same specialization.

• Master of Arts in Economics (MA)

Related Disciplines

• Doctor of Philosophy in Geography (PhD)
• Doctor of Philosophy in History (PhD)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Interdisciplinary Studies (PhD)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Political Science (PhD)

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Specialization.

Economics covers many fields including: macroeconomics, labour economics, international trade and finance, environmental economics, industrial organization, information and incentives, economic theory, health economics, development economics, and economic history.

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The Department of Global Development Studies at Queen’s University extends its innovative approach to research and teaching with its doctoral programme. This four-year PhD offers focused training and supervision to build core skills and proficiencies for development research. First, our students attain strong specialisation in the central rubrics that have shaped development studies as a field, including political economy and cultural analysis. Second, the programme grounds students in the key analytical frameworks and methodologies for conducting research on development issues. They develop core skills in designing and conducting fieldwork in cross-cultural settings and reflect on the public purposes and ethics of development research. Third, the programme cultivates strong project design and management skills for applications within and beyond academia and development practice. The degree is ideal for graduate students seeking to advance globally-orientated research in the field of development studies, particularly in the areas of political economy, cultural politics, sustainability, and global health and welfare. It provides essential skills for building careers in academia and the development field, alongside positions in public sector research and policy-making, journalism, education, teaching and education, the law and the private sector.

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McMaster’s community of scholars includes faculty, postdoctoral fellows, research assistants, and graduate students. Through this program, students will become independent, professional economists using state-of-the-art methods to analyze economic phenomena. Areas of specialization include Econometrics, Growth and Monetary, Health, International, Labour, Population, and Public Economics.

We admit 5-8 PhD students each year, which results in small classes and intensive interaction between students and faculty. PhD students may choose a co-op option (formally called Work Integrated Learning) associated with this program after passing the comprehensive exams.   

About the Program

Graduates of the PhD program in economics become professional and independent economists able to analyze economic phenomena using state-of-the-art techniques. Graduates primarily pursue one of two career tracks. One is to become an economics professor. We regularly place our graduates in academic positions, both in departments of economics and in interdisciplinary settings with a strong economics focus, such as schools of public policy. A second option is a career in the public or private sector. We place our graduates in high-quality research positions within government ministries and agencies, such as the Department of Finance and the Bank of Canada, in international organizations, and, less frequently, in the private sector.   

Faculty members of the department are affiliated with or lead a number of research facilities and centers at McMaster. These centers and facilities support economics research by graduate students.  Secure Empirical Analysis Lab (SEAL) houses a wide range of confidential micro-data that can be used to conduct research in the areas of education, charities, and public services, with data holding expanding on a continuous basis. Statistics Canada Research Data Centre (RDC) (Mike Veall, Director), houses the master files of a large variety of Statistics Canada survey data plus an increasing array of public-sector administrative microdata (e.g., census data, vital statistics, employment data, justice system data) that support economic research. Canada’s first computer-mediated experimental economics laboratory, the  McMaster Decision Science Laboratory (McDSL) (Bradley Ruffle, Director) provides the capability for conducting controlled economic experiments across a wide range of economic fields. The Faculty of Social Science is committed to developing state-of-the-art facilities for empirical research, including expanded microdata analysis and economic experiments in the L.R. Wilson Hall.  

Requirements and Timelines

The first phase is passing the comprehensive macroeconomic and microeconomic theory exams. To accomplish this, students must complete the following coursework:    

• two microeconomics theory courses (ECON 721** and ECON 722)   
• two macroeconomic theory courses (ECON 723** and ECON 724)   
• two econometrics courses (ECON 761* and ECON 762)   
• ECON 765 (as it is a required course)   
• elective courses must be passed prior to writing comprehensive examinations in any area (see phase 2)     

Students entering the PhD program from our MA in Economics program will already have completed the required courses and two electives; these students would require approximately six more electives. The Economics waiver exam may allow PhD students who enter the PhD program from another university to receive credit for ECON 761. Electives must be chosen so that the student satisfies the coursework requirements of his or her chosen fields for comprehensive exams (see the list below). Most electives are taken from courses offered by the economics department, but a student may also take up to two courses from other departments, with the approval of the graduate chair (economics) and the course instructor. Students in recent years, for example, have taken finance courses offered by the DeGroote School of Business , health-related courses offered by the Faculty of Health Sciences , and statistics courses offered by the Department of Mathematics and Statistics .   

After the successful completion of the first year of coursework, comprehensive exams in micro and macro theory are typically given in May or June.  

Phase 2    

The second phase involves passing comprehensive exams in two areas of specialization and writing a research paper. The field examination committee may require that candidates complete specific courses before taking these exams. Below are the typical areas of specialization and the typical courses required for each. A graduate chair may, however, permit additional specializations in areas where the department has a research strength provided they are based on courses offered by the department.   

The fields currently available are:  

• Econometrics  
• Experimental Economics  
• Growth and Monetary Economics   
• Health Economics   
• International Economics   
• Labour Economics   
• Macroeconomics  
• Microeconomics  
• Population Economics   
• Public Economics   

Field exams are normally written after the second year of coursework has been successfully completed. Candidates have two chances to pass each comprehensive exam. Within 18 months of starting the program, students must pass the micro and macro theory comprehensive exams. The exams must be completed within 24 months of beginning the program. Within 27 months of entering the doctoral program, the student must complete a research paper. The research paper will be presented in the Fall term during the PhD workshop discussed below. The research paper must be accepted by the supervisory committee.     

Phase 3    

The thesis is the third phase. At this point, students may choose to enroll in additional courses if they are relevant to their proposed research. With the approval of the Graduate Chair, up to four half courses may be taken outside of the department. In addition to writing a thesis and taking courses, students must achieve the Active Researcher Milestone which involves participating in the department’s research activities (for example, by attending seminars, PhD workshops and meeting with visiting speakers) and regularly presenting their research. The Active Researcher Milestone must be achieved annually until graduation.     

At this stage, students are required to complete the following seminar courses. Students who have passed all their comprehensive examinations should register for ECON 798 in the Fall term that immediately follows and present the research paper. Doctoral students typically take a total of 12-14 graduate courses at this university.     

ECON 798: Workshops in Economics I   

ECON 799: Workshops in Economics II     

Co-op Option: Students in the PhD program who have successfully completed the comprehensive examinations may apply for the co-op option associated with this degree program. The number of students who will be accepted will be small and will depend on available placements. To complete the PhD co-op option, the student must work a total of eight months in either one or two placements and successfully complete both ECON 796 Economics Co-op Work Term I and ECON 797 Economics Co-op Work Term II.   

*A student who has a particularly strong background in econometrics can elect to write the econometrics waiver exam. Students who pass the waiver exam are allowed to replace ECON 761 (term 1 of econometrics) with an elective course. These students take ECON 762 in term 2 and complete the econometrics project. Credit for ECON 761 will appear on their transcripts.  

**All students registering in ECON 721 (Micro Theory 1) or ECON 723 (Macro Theory 1) are encouraged to take the mathematics preparation course ECON 765, an intensive ten-day refresher course in mathematics (MATH CAMP). Math camp is given in August, prior to the start of regular graduate courses for the fall term. After the completion of this course, students are tested regarding their mathematics preparation. The course has two parts. Part I covers topics related to ECON 721-Micro Theory I and part II covers topics related to ECON 723-Macro Theory I and matrix algebra. Each part has its own final exam. Students registered in ECON 721(ECON 723) must write the exam related to part I (part II). A student’s score on the part I (part II) exam counts as 10% of the student’s final grade in ECON 721-Micro Theory I (ECON 723-Macro Theory I).   

***Incoming students are strongly encouraged to enroll in ECON 4T03 so they are well prepared for first term micro.  

Admissions and Applications

The application portal opens on November 15 th and closes on January 14th . 

Learn more about the graduate studies application process and how to apply .

As a minimum, a standard Canadian entrant into our PhD program will have a Master’s degree in economics from a recognized university and will have maintained B+ average in their master’s study. We emphasize that these are minimum standards; those admitted typically have stronger academic records.  

Students from foreign universities are expected to have equivalent backgrounds. Although equivalency is difficult to determine, here are some guidelines for a few countries from which we commonly receive inquiries:  

• India: First-class standing for the Bachelor’s degree and upper-second-class standing for the Master’s degree.  
• Bangladesh and Pakistan: First-class standing in both the bachelors and master’s degrees.  
• China: A four-year degree with an average of at least 85%. The subject area must be ECONOMICS, not business. Strong skills in mathematics and statistics/econometrics are expected.  

A student whose native language is not English, and who has not completed an English-language degree in a predominantly English-speaking country, must submit a TOEFL or IELTS score. The minimum acceptable TOEFL score for the Dept of Economics is 580 (237 on the computerized exam; 92 iBT); the minimum acceptable IELTS score is 7.5 . Please note, the minimum requirement for the Dept of Economics is higher than the School of Graduate Studies minimum of 6.5.  

If you have any questions email them to [email protected] . Please be patient all emails will be answered.  

**If your transcript states the medium of instruction was English or you submit a letter with your application from the University stating your medium of instruction was English then that will waive your ELP requirement and a test result will not be required**  

Please note if you submit a score lower than 7.5, your application will not be reviewed. It is imperative that you meet the testing requirements noted above.   

Required Document Checklist:  

• Application Form and Fee  
• Two letters of reference  
• Academic transcripts  
• Statement of interest  
• Writing Sample (Paper or Essay – there is no minimum words and it must be single author)  
• CV/ Resume  

As reference links are sent after your application is submitted, it is highly recommended that you apply at least one week before the January 15th deadline, as this will allow for references and other documents be received in time.  

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Information on Graduate Program fees can be found on the Office of the Registrar website.

Financial Aid  

Students to whom we offer admission are automatically considered for financial assistance – no special forms need be filled out. Funding is awarded on academic excellence and the availability of funds. Funding is open to all domestic and international students.  

All students admitted to the PhD program are offered two forms of financial assistance. The first is a Teaching Assistant (TA) position, which normally requires the student to perform 130 hours of marking or tutoring in each of the fall and winter terms. The second is scholarship support. In addition, many upper-year PhD students receive support in the form of a Research Assistantship (RA) in lieu of a TA, in which they work on a research project with a faculty member. The minimum annual financial assistance provided to a PhD student is $17,500 during each of first four years of doctoral study. If a student’s study extends beyond four years, financial assistance as a TA or RA may be available, but it is not guaranteed. Finally, in addition to the financial assistance provided in a letter of offer, students are eligible for TA and RA positions during the spring and summer terms, which provides support above that available during the Fall and Winter terms.  

Trudeau Scholarship: Students in the 1st or 2nd year of the doctoral program or those applying to the doctoral program are eligible. For more information regarding eligibility and the application process, please click here .  

Additional information on external scholarship support can be found at the following sites:  

• Student Financial Aid and Scholarships  
• SSHRC Doctoral Scholarships and Fellowships  
• School of Graduate Studies Scholarship Information  
• Commonwealth Scholarships  

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Our small cohort sizes provide extensive opportunities for student-faculty interaction, including joint research projects and active supervision, and a diverse offering of specializations for dissertation work.

Each year we typically admit about 15 new students to our program. As a result, our program is small enough to provide extensive research supervision yet large enough to offer expertise in a wide range of fields. Virtually all of the school’s research faculty hold grants from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council and other funding agencies, which provides ample opportunities for research assistantships and dissertation support.

The school manages the British Columbia Inter-University Research Data Centre , is home to the Centre for Innovative Data in Economics Research (CIDER), and has onsite use to the FDZ-IAB Data Access Point. As a result, unique training opportunities, research funding, and access to data and computing resources are available to our PhD students.

In addition to studying with the VSE professors, our students can work with faculty in other discipline in UBC’s Faculty of Land and Food Systems, the Sauder School of Business and Computer Science to name a few.

Program Overview

Before coursework in September, students undertake a mathematics review that is administered online in August.

During their first year, students take course sequences in microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics. Each course sequence consists of two courses, each a semester-long.

At the end of the academic year, students write comprehensive examinations in microeconomics and macroeconomics.

Second year

In the second year, students take advanced courses in their chosen fields of specialization and a one-semester course in applied econometric methods. Students also participate in a one-semester seminar course that introduces them to the research process.

Starting in the second year, students begin attending the many research seminars held by the school, furthering their exposure to the research frontier.

Near the end of the second semester, students submit a research paper proposal. Students spend the summer after the second year working on this paper (which is submitted in the first semester of the third year) to familiarize students with the research process and aid and foster the transition to independent study.

In their third year, students reduce their course load and concentrate on research. Students participate in a PhD research seminar course. This seminar provides an opportunity for interaction between faculty and students in their respective fields through research presentations and discussions.

By their third year, students regularly participate in VSE research seminars, usually in one or two fields of specialization. Students are also regular participants in one of the weekly lunch workshop series, where students and professors present their work-in-progress and preliminary research in an informal setting.

Throughout the year, students further their research through self-initiated interaction with faculty outside of the classroom setting.

By the year's end, students form a dissertation committee in preparation for admission to candidacy. Admission involves having their dissertation prospectus approved by the candidate's supervisor(s).

Fourth year

In consultation with their committee, students now work full-time on their dissertation. The goal is to prepare a completed dissertation chapter that students can use as a "job market paper".

Job Market Placement

The VSE is involved in preparing our PhDs "job market package," distributed to employers. The VSE will advertise the student's credentials to employers through several formal and informal channels.

Typically, students complete their job market papers by the end of the first semester of the fifth year. During this semester, students are assisted in the preparation of their "job market package", containing their research papers, curriculum vitae, and faculty reference letters.

In late November, faculty members conduct mock interviews with job market candidates to prepare for interviews at the American Economic Association meeting and the Canadian Economics Employment Exchange.

During this period, the VSE reserves its seminar schedule for its job market candidates, so students can practice their "job market seminar" and receive invaluable feedback from faculty in all fields of the VSE.

Initial job interviews are held every year in December and January. Following interviews, students visit universities and other employers and typically conclude their job search by the end of March.

Dissertation

Students typically complete their dissertation at the end of the fifth year. At this time, the candidate is given an oral examination by members of the VSE. Then the candidate defends the dissertation in an oral examination administered by the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. Upon successful defense, the PhD is granted.

Program Requirements

Students are required to enroll in at least 18 credits of coursework in the first year. The standard first-year course program is:

• Term 1 (September to December) – ECON 600 Microeconomics I, ECON 602 Macroeconomics I, ECON 626 Econometrics I
• Term 2 (January to April) – ECON 601 Microeconomics II, ECON 603 Macroeconomics II, ECON 627 Econometrics II (three credits each)
• Comprehensive Exams in microeconomic and macroeconomic theory are written in June

In the second year, students typically take ECON 628 Topics in Applied Econometrics (three credits) plus an additional 21 credits of economics courses at the 500- and 600-level; of these 21 credits, students may take six for audit. By the end of the second year, students are to have completed 42 credits of coursework.

In the third year of the program, students must take ECON 640 Ph.D. Research Seminar (three credits).

Summer research paper

The summer paper familiarizes students with the research process and aid and fosters an independent research transition.

A written proposal for the summer research paper is due on March 15, during the PhD program's second year. Students spend the summer after completing the second-year coursework working on the paper.

A first draft of the paper is due at the start of the third year on September 1. After receiving final suggestions for revision from the faculty, a final version of the research paper is due on October 1.

Candidates for the PhD degree who hold a master's degree must be enrolled for a minimum of two academic sessions (two years) at UBC before taking the final examination for the PhD degree. For students admitted to the PhD program with a Bachelor's degree, the total minimum enrolment period is three academic sessions (three years).

Students usually are admitted to candidacy when they have completed their period of residence and required coursework, passed the comprehensive examinations, submitted the summer research paper, and, most importantly, have their dissertation prospectus approved by their research supervisor.

A student who is not admitted to candidacy within three years from the date of initial registration is required to withdraw from the program. The dean may permit an extension of this period under exceptional circumstances.

The dissertation

A candidate for the PhD degree must submit an acceptable dissertation. The dissertation represents a substantial piece of original research and constitutes a contribution to knowledge in the field of the subject chosen.

The candidate selects their dissertation topic in consultation with a dissertation committee.

Before the research has progressed too far, the candidate presents a detailed dissertation prospectus in a seminar setting; at this point, the prospectus is either formally accepted or rejected by the dissertation committee. Students research under the supervision of a faculty member who serves as chairperson of the committee.

When the dissertation is completed, the candidate is given an oral examination by faculty members of the Vancouver School of Economics and is then asked to defend the dissertation in an oral examination administered by the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.

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This degree is intended particularly for those interested in an academic career. PhD students complete courses in micro- and macroeconomic theory, econometrics, and fields of specialization.

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Fields of specialization for the PhD are open, subject to the following requirements:

• Applicants to the PhD must clearly indicate on their application the primary field in which they wish to specialize
• A faculty member in the Department must agree to be the research supervisor after the student has finished their qualifying exams

PhD students must also complete a doctoral dissertation in the field of specialization that constitutes a major contribution to the state of knowledge in the field.

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Typical time to complete is 4-5 years.

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• Admission requirements can be found in the Graduate Calendar . Entrance to the PhD program normally requires completion of course requirements for an MA in Economics (not Business) with an average of at least A- at Dalhousie standards.
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• Non-Canadian students: your application for admission to the Graduate Studies program should be received by the university no later thanl December 31 for a September start date (all supporting documents must be received by Janurary 31). 
• Nova Scotia Graduate Scholarships:  (Canadian and Non-Canadian) PhD applicants whose intended area of research relates to areas of provincial research priorities (Ocean science and technology, Information and communication technology, Clean technology, Financial services, Life sciences, Aerospace and defense, Health and wellness, Resource sectors, and Social innovation) should submit a complete application by November 1 (for entry the following September) including a tentative research proposal including objectives, methods, procedures and significance (total maximum 4000 characters).  Additional information on these scholarships can be found at https://www.dal.ca/faculty/gradstudies/finance-your-studies/scholarships-bursaries/nsgs-doctoral.html .  

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The Department of Global Development Studies considers applications to its   PhD   Program   every other year, with the next admission   intake   occurring in September 2025. The application portal for 2025 admission will open in September 2024.

PhD in Global Development Studies (GDS)

Admission to the program is based on academic preparation (normally a first class masters degree), field or professional experience, letters of reference, a letter of intent and CV, and a 2,500 research plan detailing the intended doctoral research to be carried out. Admission is competitive and based on the application and the availability of supervision in the student’s research plan area.

There are two seminars—one on theory, one on methods—in the first year, at the end of which the student must publicly defend a comprehensive thesis proposal before being allowed to continue into the second, dissertation research year. The minimum time to completion is three years. Substantial financial support is available to entering students.

The Benefits of Doing a PhD in GDS at Saint Mary’s

• The interdisciplinary PhD-GDS at SMU is the first of its kind in Canada, and sets the standard for a completely research-based interdisciplinary doctoral degree.
• The program boasts a small but very active core faculty engaged in real-world research on complex development problems, who publish widely and enjoy working with students. There is an extensive complement of adjunct faculty who work closely with the program on research collaboration and teaching.
• The program’s modest size permits greater individual student attention and supervision.
• We have linkages with international partners who visit as participants in a renowned Speakers Series, and many of whom are available as supervisors.
• Students will be studying in Halifax, Nova Scotia, on the Atlantic seaboard of Eastern Canada, one of the most beautiful ports in the world.

Admission Requirements

• Master’s degree with first class standing
• Graduate coursework in the area of GDS
• Professional experience may be considered as a substitute for a portion of graduate coursework

Application Deadlines and Key Dates

• International:  February 1
• Canadian and Permanent Residents:  February 1
• Program Start Date:  September
• Minimum time to completion:  3 years
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PhD in applied economics

Our PhD program offers students a strong foundation in economic theory and econometrics, as well as the opportunity to conduct original research alongside world-renowned scholars.

We provide training in the areas of public policy, labour economics, macro-economics, monetary economics, econometrics, natural resources, environmental and health economics. We believe in an ‘open-door’ atmosphere which engages and stimulates graduate students in their chosen paths of research.

Through our rigorous academic programs and applied research experience, students develop their communication and analytical skills and are prepared for a career in academia or the private sector upon graduation.

PhD students receive $104,000 over 12 on-campus terms, and have the opportunity to work as research and teaching assistants. For students wishing to advance their teaching skills, we also have a limited number of course instructor positions available.

Data access

Students can access the Southwestern Ontario Research Data Centre (SWORDC), one the few data centres that provides access to Statistics Canada data sets in master file form. SWORDC is conveniently housed in the PAS building adjacent to Economics in Hagey Hall.

***International PhD applicants:   Due to funding restrictions, we are not accepting any international applications for 2024-2025.***

Doctoral degrees were conferred upon Zehua Pan (pictured here with Dr. Curry) and Allison Mascella this June 2022. (Photo credit: Maureen Stafford)

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The Department of Economics offers a program of study leading to a PhD in Economics. We also offer a PhD in Agricultural Economics in conjunction with the Department of Agribusiness and Agricultural Economics as part of the Economics and Econometrics stream.

Expected duration: 4 years

The PhD program consists of a combination of coursework and a thesis component.

Tuition and fees:  Tuition fees are charged for terms one and two and terms four and five. A continuing fee is paid for term three, term six and each subsequent term. (Refer to Graduate tuition and fees .)

In addition to the minimum course requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, found in the Doctor of Philosophy General Regulations , students must complete a minimum of 27 credit hours of required and elective 7000 level coursework beyond their MA program by the end of their second year in the program. Students must also complete additional stream specific requirements.

Economics and Econometrics stream

Students must complete:

• ECON 7010 (3 credit hours)
• ECON 7650 (3 credit hours)
• ECON 7660 (3 credit hours)
• ECON 7722 (3 credit hours)
• ECON 7732 (3 credit hours)
• 12 credit hours of elective economics courses at the 7000 level
• A research paper, candidacy examination and thesis proposal

Economics and Society stream

• ECON 7540 or ECON 7060 (3 credit hours)
• 6 credit hours from the following ECON 7060; ECON 7130; ECON 7140; ECON 7170; ECON 7180; ECON 7540; ECON 7610; and ECON 7690
• 9 credit hours of elective coursework selected in consultation with the thesis advisor
• A candidacy examination and thesis proposal

Sample course offerings

• ECON 7010: Econometrics I (3 credit hours)
• ECON 7060: Advanced Heterodox Theory (3 credit hours)
• ECON 7140: Topics in Development Economics (3 credit hours)
• ECON 7150: Evaluation of Public Policy and Programs (3 credit hours)
• ECON 7430: Advanced Theory of Resource Economics (3 credit hours)
• ECON 7540: Advanced History of Economic Thought (3 credit hours)
• ECON 7640: International Money and Finance (3 credit hours)
• ECON 7650: Advanced Macroeconomic Theory I (3 credit hours)
• ECON 7690: Structuralist Theories of Development (3 credit hours)
• ECON 7732: Advanced Microeconomic Theory II (3 credit hours)

For full course descriptions, please visit the  Academic Calendar .

The following are minimum requirements to be considered for entry into the program. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.

Admission decisions are based on the qualifications of the applicant as well as the ability of the Department of Economics and the University of Manitoba to serve the applicant’s intended program of study and area of specialization.

In addition to the admission requirements described here, all applicants must meet the minimum admission and English language proficiency requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies .

To be considered for admission to the PhD in Economics program, you must have a minimum of a Master’s degree (or equivalent) with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 (or equivalent) in the last two years of full time university study (60 credit hours). You must also have completed the entrance requirements and the program requirements of an MA degree in economics or in agricultural economics equivalent to the University of Manitoba’s.

In exceptional cases, applications may be considered from students who have completed an Honours degree in economics equivalent to the University of Manitoba’s. In these cases, the applicant will be required to fulfill the PhD requirements and all coursework requirements for the MA degree course-based route.

How to apply

The PhD in Economics program has one application deadline per year, and applications are accepted for September entry only. Applications must be completed online and include several parts:

• $100 application fee (non-refundable)
• Unofficial copies of transcripts and degree certificates
• Current CV/resume
• Detail your background and goals in 500 words
• Publication/writing sample
• Three letters of recommendation (must be requested from within the application)
• Proof of English language proficiency , if required

 Please read the  Faculty of Graduate Studies online application instructions  before beginning your application.

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The Department of Economics offers a Master of arts and a PhD in Economics. The Master of arts program includes a co-op option and the PhD program is offered jointly with Carleton University.

The programs are governed by the general regulations  in effect for graduate studies of the University of Ottawa. The joint doctoral program is governed by the regulations and procedures for Joint Graduate Programs and the general regulations of the graduate faculty at each of the two universities.

Ottawa-Carleton Joint Doctoral Program in Economics

The joint doctoral program is offered by the departments of economics at the University of Ottawa and Carleton University.

The program encompasses course requirements – a core of theory and applied economics subjects – complemented by workshops to encourage the cross-fertilization of ideas in one field with those in others, comprehensive examinations and a thesis.

The PhD program offers specialization for intensive study and thesis research in:

• Public Economics
• Industrial Organization
• Monetary Economics
• International Economics
• Economic Development
• Economics and the Environment
• Econometrics
• Labour Economics

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Further information about the Joint doctoral program in Economics is available from the Director of Doctoral Studies in economics at either University:

Department of Economics Faculty of Social Sciences University of Ottawa Social Sciences Building 120, University, Room 9005 Ottawa ON K1N 6N5 CANADA

Department of Economics Carleton University 1125 Colonel By Drive Ottawa ON K1S 5B6 CANADA

For the most accurate and up to date information on application deadlines, language tests and other admission requirements, please visit the  specific requirements  webpage.

Application Deadline

To find the application deadline, please check the “program-specific requirements” under Application Procedures and Information at the following address: Apply now .

Students who have achieved at least an average of "B+" (75%) at the MA or equivalent level are admissable to the PhD program. Six terms of full-time enrollment are required.

Note that the admission to the PhD program is based on a competitive process and that a "B+" average does not guarantee admission.

Language of Instruction

The vast majority of PhD courses are taught in English, but students may write and defend their thesis in English or French. According to university regulations, students can write their papers and exams in the official language of their choice (either English or French).

Language Requirements

Proficiency in the English language is required for entry into the doctoral program.

Applicants whose first language is neither English nor French, or who have not graduated from a French-speaking or an English-speaking university, must provide proof of proficiency in one or the other.

Fast-Track from Master's to Doctoral program

Students who achieve outstanding academic performance and demonstrate high promise for advanced research during the master's program may, with the permission of the Graduate Studies Committee, transfer into the PhD progam without completing the MA, provided they have completed ECO 6120 (ECON 5020), ECO 6122 (ECON 5021), and ECO 5185 (ECON 5027) with an average of "A" or higher. Such students must take a total of at least eleven regular courses (MA and PhD levels combined) and do not receive an MA degree. However, students who transfer but do not complete the PhD can receive an MA by fulfilling all the requirements of the MA program. Please note that the minimal admission average requirements for the doctoral program must also be met.

The request for permission to transfer must be made during the second term of enrollment of earlier. The student must enroll in the PhD in the third or, at the latest, in the fourth term.

Requirements for this program have been modified. Please consult the  2019-2020 calendars  for the previous requirements.

All courses are equivalent to three units at the University of Ottawa except workshops, which are equivalent to 1.5 units.

Students must pass the six first year core courses, ECO 7119 ,  ECO 7126 , ECO 7922 , ECO 7923 , ECO 7924 and ECO 7925  within twelve months of their initial enrolment in the program. As these core courses represent the foundation of the doctoral program, should a student not attain the required minimum grade of B for any of the PhD core first-year courses, they will be offered a supplemental exam for each of the core courses in August of their first year. Students who do not pass all of the six core first-year courses within twelve months of beginning full-time study will be withdrawn from the PhD program.

In the summer term of the first year of initial enrolment in the program, students choose a primary field and register in ECO 7001 Second Year Research Paper. Students who do not successfully complete ECO 7001 and 12 units of Economics electives within 28 months of initial enrolment will be withdrawn from the PhD program.

Successful completion of each workshop is a requirement for graduation. Students must have completed the courses ECO 7119 , ECO 7126 ,  ECO 7922 , ECO 7923 , ECO 7924 , ECO 7925 ,  the four field courses, and ECO 7001 before enrolling for the workshops.

Duration of the Program

The requirements of the program are usually fulfilled within four years. The maximum time permitted is five years from the date of initial enrollment in the program, or seven years in the case of the students transferring from the master’s to the doctorate.

Minimum Standards

The passing grade in all courses is B.

Thesis Advisory Committee

During the second year of the program, a thesis advisory committee (TAC) is formed for the candidate. The Committee’s membership will be determined by the specific interests of the candidate and committee members. It will be composed of the supervisor and 2-3 additional professors. At least one member of the thesis committee, in addition to the supervisor, must be from the Department of Economics, University of Ottawa. At least one member of the thesis committee, must be from the Department of Economics at Carleton University. The TAC is responsible for guiding the student throughout the program.

A meeting between the student and the Thesis Advisory Committee will take place at least once per year. The thesis examining board may include members who are not part of the TAC.

Research Fields & Facilities

Located in the heart of Canada’s capital, a few steps away from Parliament Hill, the University of Ottawa is among Canada’s top 10 research universities.

uOttawa focuses research strengths and efforts in four Strategic Areas of Development in Research (SADRs):

• Canada and the World
• Molecular and Environmental Sciences

With cutting-edge research, our graduate students, researchers and educators strongly influence national and international priorities.

Research at the Faculty of Social Sciences

The Faculty of Social Sciences represents a place of excellence in knowledge creation, research and training. Driven by both disciplinary and interdisciplinary perspectives, research at the Faculty is rich, innovative and varied, contributing to the depth of understanding and breadth of discussions on a variety of issues nationally and internationally.  This research, whether it be fundamental, theoretical, applied or action-oriented, is generated by our renowned expertise, ultimately culminating in applications designed to influence individual communities and the betterment of society.

We have identified five research themes which collectively represent a large proportion of the research undertaken at the Faculty of Social Sciences:

• International Studies
• Francophonie
• Public Policy
• Health, Well-Being
• Justice, Society

Facilities, Research Centres and Institutes at the Faculty of Social Sciences

Centre for Interdisciplinary Research on Citizenship and Minorities (CIRCEM) , Centre for International Policy Studies (CIPS) , Centre for Public Management and Policy , Centre for Research on Educational and Community Service (CRECS) , Centre on Governance (COG) , Human Rights Research and Education Centre (affiliation) , Institute of Feminist and Gender Studies and Institute for Science, Society and Policy .

For more information, refer to the list of faculty members and their research fields on Uniweb . 

IMPORTANT: Candidates and students looking for professors to supervise their thesis or research project can also consult the website of the faculty or department of their program of choice. Uniweb does not list all professors authorized to supervise research projects at the University of Ottawa.

ECO 5114 Economic Growth (3 units)

Analyses of capital accumulation and income distribution; measures of technical progress, general equilibrum theory, and labour markets; growth and institutions: the State, firms, financial markets; multisectorial growth.

Course Component: Lecture

ECO 5116 Post-Keynesian Theory of Value and Profit (3 units)

Historical perspective on the theory of the surplus. Characteristics of the post-Keynesian approach. Sraffa's contribution. Price and value theory. Theory of production and capital. Rent. Joint production. Analysis of the traverse. Applications and policy implications: intern ational trade and public finance.

ECO 5185 Econometrics I (3 units)

The classical model of multiple linear regression. Relaxation of the classical least-squares assumptions: autocorrelation, heteroscedasticity and multicollinearity. Generalized least-squares estimation. Simultaneous equation models: foundation, specification, identification, and estimation. Indirect least-squares and two-stage least squares methods of estimation. Distributed-lag models. Dummy variables. Pooling cross-section and time-series data. This course is equivalent to ECON 5027 at Carleton University.

ECO 5514 Croissance économique (3 crédits)

Analyses de la croissance et de la répartition; mesures du progrès technique, théorie de l'équilibre général, marchés du travail; croissance et institutions : l'état, les entreprises, le marché financier; croissance multisectorielle.

Volet : Cours magistral

ECO 5516 Théorie post-keynésienne : Valeur et production (3 crédits)

Historique de la théorie du surplus. Caractéristiques de la méthode post-keynésienne. La contribution de Sraffa. La théorie de la valeur et des prix. La théorie de la production et du capital. La rente. La plus-value. La production jointe. Analyses de la traverse. Applications et implications politiques : commerce international et finances publiques.

ECO 5585 Économétrie I (3 crédits)

Le modèle classique de régression linéaire multiple. Abandon des postulats classiques des moindres carrés; autocorrélation, hétéroscedasticité et multicollinéarité. Moindres carrés généralisés. Modèles à plusieurs équations : fondements, spécification et identification. Méthodes d'estimation : moindres carrés indirects et doubles moindres carrés. Modèles à retards échelonnés. Variables dichotomiques. Combinaison des coupes instantanées et des séries temporelles de données. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5027 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6106 History of Economic Thought and Methodology (3 units)

Evolution of economic thought, from the economic doctrines of antiquity to present times; critique and appraisal of scientific methods in economics. This course is equivalent to ECON 5209 at Carleton University.

ECO 6108 Economic System Design (3 units)

Deterministic dynamic optimization methods: economic and managerial applications of the maximum principle of Pontryagin and of dynamic programming. Discrete time stochastic dynamic optimization methods: Bayesian and Markovian decision theory, measures of risk-aversion and risk, portfolio theory, elements of search theory, applications of discrete time stochastic control to economics.

ECO 6110 Introduction to Applied General Equilibrium Modelling (3 units)

Computable general equilibrium (CGE) modelling: impacts of economic shocks; theoretical foundations; model specification, numerical solutions. Understanding model assumptions and interpretation of results.

ECO 6120 Macroeconomic Theory IV (3 units)

Macroeconomic theory, including topics such as economic growth, consumption, investment, real and nominal frictions in the goods, labour, and credit markets, models of short-run economic fluctuations, and monetary and fiscal policy design. This course is equivalent to ECON 5021 at Carleton University.

ECO 6122 Microeconomic Theory IV (3 units)

Microeconomic theory, including topics such as utility maximization and individual choice, decision-making under uncertainty, producer theory (technology, costs, and profit maximization), alternative market structures (competition, monopoly, and oligopoly), general equilibrium, and the economics of information. This course is equivalent to ECON 5020 at Carleton University.

ECO 6130 Public Economics: Expenditure (3 units)

The theory of public expenditures. Topics may include public goods and externalities, social insurance and redistribution, public provision of health care and education, public pension systems, and underemployment insurance. This course is equivalent to ECON 5401 at Carleton University.

ECO 6131 Public Economics: Taxation (3 units)

The study of tax systems. Concepts of equity and efficiency in taxation. The optimal design of tax structures using commodity, income, and capital taxes. Additional topics may include political economy of taxation, low-income support, environmental taxes, and tax evasion. This course is equivalent to ECON 5402 at Carleton University.

ECO 6132 Fiscal Federalism (3 units)

This course examines the economic aspects of federalism, including efficiency and redistribution, consideration of a federal system of government, intergovernmental grants, and problems of stabilization policy in a federal context.

ECO 6133 Topics in the Theory of Public Economy (3 units)

Topics may include political economy, tax incidence in general equilibrium, the theory and practice of tax reform, normative approaches to income redistribution, the theory of non-market decision-making, the non-profit sector, and social choice theory. This course is equivalent to ECON 5403 at Carleton University.

ECO 6134 Topics in Environmental and Resource Economics (3 units)

Topics may include international dimensions of environmental regulation, including treaties, competitiveness, and the effects of trade liberalization; development issues, including fiscal sustainability, Dutch disease, the resource curse, and population growth; resource topics, including optimal taxation, green national accounts, sustainability theory, and scarcity of extractive resources. This course is equivalent to ECON 5805 at Carleton University.

ECO 6135 Topics in Industrial Organization (3 units)

Topics may include vertical restraints and vertical integration, innovation and research and development, network economics, contract theory, search theory and advertizing, and industry studies. This course is equivalent to ECON 5305 at Carleton University.

ECO 6140 Industrial Organization I (3 units)

An examination of theories pertaining to industrial organization and their application by way of empirical studies. Topics include oligopoly theory, product differentiation, and strategic behaviour. This course is equivalent to ECON 5301 at Carleton University.

ECO 6142 Industrial Organization II (3 units)

Regulation and competition policy as alternative approaches for influencing industry conduct and performance and correcting market failures. Topics may include incentive regulation under asymmetric information, cost-based pricing, second-best pricing, peak-load pricing, rate-of-return regulation, price-cap regulation, access pricing, and regulatory capture. This course is equivalent to ECON 5303 at Carleton University.

ECO 6143 Economics of Natural Resources (3 units)

The concept of scarcity rents in static and dynamic settings. Basic property regimes: open access, exclusive access and common property. Policy instruments. The importance of transaction costs. General-equilibrium and political-economic aspects of property regimes. Conflict. Elements of dynamic optimization. Renewable and non-renewable resources. This course is equivalent to ECON 5803 at Carleton University.

ECO 6151 Economics of the Environment (3 units)

The environment as natural capital; environmental valuation techniques; elements of environmental income accounting; sustainable development theories and practice; institutional questions and policy issues. This course is equivalent to ECON 5804 at Carleton University.

ECO 6160 International Trade: Theory and Policy (3 units)

International trade theory and its implications for economic policy, with emphasis on topics such as determinants of trade and specialization, gains from trade and commercial policy, international factor mobility, growth, and development. This course is equivalent to ECON 5601 at Carleton University.

ECO 6161 International Monetary Theory and Policy (3 units)

International monetary theory and its implications for economic policy, with emphasis on topics such as sources of equilibrium and disequilibrium in the balance of payments, balance-of-payments adjustment under fixed versus flexible exchange rates, international capital movements, and recent issues in the international monetary system. This course is equivalent to ECON 5602 at Carleton University.

ECO 6162 Topics in International Economics (3 units)

Selected topics in international economics, including theoretical analysis, quantitative methods and policy formulation, implementation and evaluation. This course is equivalent to ECON 5603 at Carleton University.

ECO 6170 Development Economics I (3 units)

This course covers topics at the forefront of development economics, combining theoretical and empirical analysis. Possible topics include economic growth, firm behaviour, institutions, and political economy, among others. This course is equivalent to ECON 5500 at Carleton University.

ECO 6171 Development Economics II (3 units)

This course focuses on a selection of topics currently at the frontier of research in development economics. Possible topics include poverty and income distribution, labour markets, financial markets, and education, among others.This course is equivalent to ECON 5504 at Carleton University.

ECO 6172 Selected Topics in Development Economics (3 units)

This course provides an overview of selected topics of current interest in the field of development economics from both a theoretical and empirical perspective. This course is equivalent to ECON 5505 at Carleton University.

ECO 6173 Environmental Aspects of Economic Development (3 units)

Policy aspects of sustainable economic development and environmental quality in developing countries. Topics to include energy use, deforestation, drought and desertification, depletion of natural resources, debt, environment and poverty, sustainable industrial and agricultural development, conservation policies, pollution control and global environmental issues. This course is equivalent to ECON 5507 at Carleton University.

ECO 6174 Health Economics (3 units)

Review of both classic and frontier work in the field of health and health care economics. Empirical work with an emphasis on theory and methodology. This course is also relevant to students interested in broader empirical microeconomic research. This course is equivalent to ECON 5460 at Carleton University.

ECO 6175 Micro-Econometrics (3 units)

Analysis of the concepts and tools used in micro-econometrics with particular focus on empirical applicability. Topics may include discrete choice models, limited dependent variables, panel data, duration models, and program evaluation, together with relevant economic applications. This course is equivalent to ECON 5712 at Carleton University.

Prerequisite: ECO 5185 .

ECO 6176 Time-Series Econometrics (3 units)

Analysis of the concepts and tools used in time-series econometrics with particular focus on empirical applicability. Topics may include cointegration analysis, error-correction models, VAR models, volatility analysis, and non-linear time-series models, together with relevant economic applications. This course is equivalent to ECON 5713 at Carleton University.

ECO 6180 Foundations of Monetary Economics (3 units)

Microeconomic foundations of monetary theory. Alternative theories of the existence of money and the micro-foundations for understanding how money is integrated into aggregate macroeconomic models. This course is equivalent to ECON 5606 at Carleton University.

ECO 6181 Topics in Monetary Economics (3 units)

Coverage of one or more areas of current research on the frontiers of monetary economics. This course is equivalent to ECON 5607 at Carleton University.

ECO 6182 Monetary Economics and Financial Intermediation (3 units)

The evolution of the financial system and its interrelationship with the money supply process. Monetary and finance theory and empirical research applied to institutional problems in both historical and contemporary settings. Topics may include credit markets, financial instability, bubbles, and links to central bank policy. This course is equivalent to ECON 5608 at Carleton University.

ECO 6183 Exploration in Monetary Economics (3 units)

Explorations in the theory, policy and empirics of monetary economics. This course is equivalent to ECON 5609 at Carleton University.

ECO 6191 Labour Economics I (3 units)

The application of microeconomic and macroeconomic theory to the labour market. Topics include labour supply and labour demand, wage determination, human capital and the economics of education, and unemployment. This course is equivalent to ECON 5361 at Carleton University.

ECO 6192 Labour Economics II (3 units)

Personnel economics and contract theory. Topics include the economics of unions, discrimination, the economics of the household, gender and fertility, and labour mobility. This course is equivalent to ECON 5362 at Carleton University.

ECO 6193 Advanced Topics in Labour Economics (3 units)

Topics may include program evaluation, inequality, labour markets and health, labour markets and crime, and the structural estimation of labour market models. This course is equivalent to ECON 5363 at Carleton University.

ECO 6304 Selected Topics in Applied Economics (3 units)

Study of selected topics in applied economics; contents may change from year to year.

ECO 6506 Histoire de la pensée économique et de la méthodologie (3 crédits)

Évolution de la pensée économique des doctrines économiques de l'antiquité jusqu'à aujourd'hui; critique et évaluation des méthodes scientifiques en science économique. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5209 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6508 Analyse et contrôle des systèmes économiques dynamiques (3 crédits)

Méthodes déterministes d'optimisation dynamique : applications économiques et managérielles du principe du maximum de Pontryagin et de la programmation dynamique. Méthodes stochastiques d'optimisation dynamique en temps discret : théorie de la décision Bayesienne et Markovienne, mesures de l'aversion au risque et du risque, théorie des portefeuilles, éléments de théorie de fouinage, applications économiques de la théorie du contrôle stochastique en temps discret.

ECO 6510 Modélisation en équilibre général calculable (3 crédits)

La modélisation en équilibre général calculable (MEGC) : effets distributifs des chocs et politiques économiques; fondements théoriques des modèles d'équilibre général, les étapes requises pour la spécification de ces modèles et leur résolution numérique. Compréhension des hypothèses de ces modèles et interprétation des résultats.

ECO 6520 Théorie macroéconomique IV (3 crédits)

La théorie macroéconomique, incluant des thèmes tels que la croissance économique, la consommation, l'investissement, les frictions réelles et nominales dans les marchés des biens, du travail et du crédit, les modèles de fluctuations économiques à court terme, et la formulation des politiques monétaires et fiscales. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5021 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6522 Théorie microéconomique IV (3 crédits)

La théorie microéconomique, incluant des thèmes tels que la maximisation de l'utilité et les choix individuels, le processus décisionnel en présence d'incertitude, la théorie du producteur (technologie, coûts, et maximisation du profit), structures de marché (concurrence, monopole, et oligopole), équilibre général, et l'économie de l'information. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5020 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6530 Économie publique : Les dépenses (3 crédits)

La théorie des dépenses gouvernementales. Les thèmes étudiés peuvent inclure : biens publics et externalités, assurance sociale et redistribution, provision publique de santé et d'éducation, régimes publics de pensions et d'assurance-chômage. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5401 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6531 Économie publique : L'imposition (3 crédits)

L'étude des systèmes fiscaux. Les concepts d'équité et d'efficacité en fiscalité. L'imposition optimale de la consommation, des revenus et des capitaux. Les thèmes étudiés peuvent aussi inclure : l'économie politique liée à la fiscalité, le soutien aux individus à bas revenus, les taxes environnementales et l'évasion fiscale. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5402 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6532 Système fiscal du fédéralisme (3 crédits)

Ce cours examine les aspects économiques du fédéralisme incluant la fiscalité et la redistribution des revenus et considère le système fédéral de gouvernement ainsi que les subventions intergouvernementales et les problèmes de stabilisation dans un contexte fédéral.

ECO 6533 Thèmes choisis en économie publique (3 crédits)

Les thèmes étudiés peuvent inclure : l'économie politique, l'incidence fiscale en équilibre général, la théorie et la pratique de la réforme fiscale, les approches normatives à la redistribution du revenu, la théorie de la prise de décisions non-marchandes, le secteur à but non-lucratif et la théorie du choix social. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5403 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6534 Thèmes choisis en économie publique de l'environnement et des ressources (3 crédits)

Les thèmes étudiés peuvent inclure : dimensions internationales de la réglementation environnementale, incluant les traités, la compétitivité, et les effets de la libéralisation des échanges; enjeux de développement, incluant la viabilité budgétaire, le mal hollandais, la malédiction des ressources, et la croissance de la population; thèmes liés aux ressources, incluant la taxation optimale, la comptabilité nationale verte, la théorie de la durabilité, et la rareté des ressources extractives. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5805 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6535 Thèmes choisis en organisation industrielle (3 crédits)

Les thèmes étudiés peuvent inclure les restrictions verticales et l'intégration verticale, l'innovation et la recherche et développement, l'économie des réseaux, la théorie des contrats, la théorie de la recherche, la publicité, et des études sectorielles. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5304 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6540 Organisation industrielle I (3 crédits)

Un examen des théories pertinentes à l'organisation industrielle et leurs applications sous forme d'études empiriques. Les thèmes incluent la théorie de l'oligopole, la différentiation du produit, et les comportements stratégiques. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5301 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6542 Organisation industrielle II (3 crédits)

Réglementation et politique de la concurrence comme approches alternatives pour influencer la conduite et la performance de l'industrie, et corriger les failles de marché. Les sujets étudiés peuvent inclure la réglementation incitative avec information asymétrique, la tarification fondée sur les coûts, la tarification de second rang, la tarification en période de pointe, la réglementation du taux de rendement, le plafonnement des prix, les prix d'accès, et le détournement de la réglementation. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5303 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6543 Économie des ressources naturelles (3 crédits)

Le concept de rente de rareté en environnements statique et dynamique. Régimes de propriété de base : libre accès, accès exclusif et propriété commune. Instruments de politiques. L'importance des coûts de transactions. Effets des régimes de propriété en équilibre général et considérations d'économie politique. Conflit. Éléments d'optimisation dynamique. Ressources renouvelables et non renouvelables. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5803 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6551 Économie de l'environnement (3 crédits)

L'environnement comme capital naturel; techniques d'évaluation environnementale; comptabilité environnementale; théorie et pratique de développement durable; questions institutionnelles et problèmes de politique publique. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5804 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6560 Théorie et politique du commerce international (3 crédits)

La théorie du commerce international et ses implications pour la politique économique sont examinées en mettant l'accent sur des sujets tels que les déterminants du commerce et de la spécialisation interne, les gains du commerce international et de la politique commerciale, la mobilité internationale des facteurs de production, croissance et développement. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5601 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6561 Les flux financiers internationaux : Théorie et politique (3 crédits)

La théorie monétaire internationale et ses implications pour la politique économique, en mettant l'accent sur des sujets tels que les sources d'équilibre et de déséquilibre dans la balance des paiements, l'ajustement de la balance des paiements aux conditions de taux de change fixes et fluctuants, mouvements internationaux des capitaux et problèmes récents du système monétaire international. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5602 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6562 Thèmes choisis en économie internationale (3 crédits)

Thèmes choisis en économie internationale, incluant l'analyse théorique, les méthodes quantitatives et la formulation, la mise en oeuvre et l'évaluation des politiques. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5603 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6570 Économie du Développement I (3 crédits)

Ce cours couvre des sujets à la frontière de l'économie du développement, combinant l'analyse théorique et empirique. Les sujets possibles incluent la croissance économique, le comportement des entreprises, les institutions et l'économie politique, entre autres. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5500 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6571 Économie du Développement II (3 crédits)

Ce cours se concentre sur une sélection de sujets actuellement à la frontière de la recherche en économie du développement. Les sujets possibles incluent la pauvreté et la répartition des revenus, les marchés du travail, les marchés financiers et l'éducation, entre autres. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5504 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6572 Thèmes choisis en économie du développement (3 crédits)

Ce cours donne un aperçu de certains sujets d'intérêt actuel dans le domaine de l'économie du développement d'un point de vue théorique et empirique. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5505 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6573 Aspects environnementaux du développement économique (3 crédits)

Politiques du développement durable et de la qualité de l'environnement dans les pays en voie de développement. Thèmes étudiés : l'utilisation de l'énergie, la déforestation, la sécheresse et la désertification, l'épuisement des ressources naturelles, la dette, l'environnement et la pauvreté, le développement durable dans l'industrie et l'agriculture, les politiques de conservation, le contrôle de la pollution et les problèmes de l'environnement global. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5507 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6574 Économie de la santé (3 crédits)

Survol des travaux classiques et de pointe du domaine de l'économie de la santé et des soins de santé. Recherche empirique avec accent sur la théorie et la méthodologie. Le cours sera pertinent également pour les étudiants intéressés par la recherche microéconomique empirique. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5460 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6575 Microéconométrie (3 crédits)

Analyse des concepts et outils utilisés en micro-économétrie avec un accent sur l'application empirique. Les thèmes pourraient inclure les modèles de choix discrets, les variables dépendantes limitées, les données de panel, les modèles de durée et l'évaluation de programmes, ainsi que des applications économiques pertinentes. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5712 à la Carleton University.

Préalable: ECO 5585

ECO 6576 Économétrie des séries chronologiques (3 crédits)

Analyse des concepts et outils utilisés en économétrie des séries chronologiques avec accent sur l'application empirique. Les thèmes pourraient inclure l'analyse de cointégration, les modèles à correction d'erreur, les modèles VAR, l'analyse de volatilité et les modèles de séries chronologiques non-linéaires, ainsi que des applications économiques pertinentes. L'accent est mis sur l'application empirique avec de solides fondements économétriques. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5713 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6580 Fondements de l'économie monétaire (3 crédits)

Fondements microéconomiques de la théorie monétaire. Théories alternatives de l'existence de la monnaie et les fondements microéconomiques de l'intégration de la monnaie dans les modèles macroéconomiques agrégés. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5606 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6581 Thèmes choisis en économie monétaire (3 crédits)

Présentation d'un ou plusieurs domaines de recherche courante à la frontière de l'économie monétaire. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5607 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6582 Économie monétaire et intermédiaires financiers (3 crédits)

Évolution du système financier et ses interrelations avec le processus d'offre de monnaie et avec la banque centrale. Théorie monétaire et financière et recherche empirique appliquée à l'analyse des problèmes institutionnels dans un contexte à la fois historique et contemporain. Les thèmes peuvent inclure les marchés du crédit, l'instabilité financière, les bulles, et les liens avec la politique de la banque centrale. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5608 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6583 Explorations en économie monétaire (3 crédits)

Explorations des aspects théoriques, des politiques et des études empiriques de la théorie monétaire. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5609 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6591 Économie du travail I (3 crédits)

Application de la théorie microéconomique et macroéconomique au marché du travail. Les thèmes abordés incluent l'offre et la demande de travail, la détermination des salaires, le capital humain et l'économie de l'éducation, et le chômage. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5361 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6592 Économie du travail II (3 crédits)

L'économie du personnel et la théorie des contrats. Les thèmes abordés incluent l'économie des syndicats, la discrimination, l'économie des ménages, le genre et la fécondité, et la mobilité de la main-d'oeuvre. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5362 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6593 Thèmes avancés en économie du travail (3 crédits)

Les thèmes pourraient inclure l'évaluation de programmes, les inégalités, le marché du travail et la santé, le marché du travail et la criminalité, et les estimations structurelles de modèles du marché du travail. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 5363 à la Carleton University.

ECO 6704 Thèmes choisis en économie appliquée (3 crédits)

Étude de thèmes choisis en économie appliquée; contenu variable selon l'année.

ECO 6900 Thèmes choisis en théorie économique / Selected Topics in Economic Theory (3 crédits / 3 units)

Étude de thèmes choisis en théorie économique; contenu variable selon l'année. / Study of selected topics in economic theory; contents may change from year to year.

Volet / Course Component: Cours magistral / Lecture

ECO 6900S Séminaire en théorie économique I (Geo.-Raeg.) (3 crédits / 3 units)

ECO 6901S Séminaire en théorie économique II / Selected Topics in Economic Theory II (3 crédits / 3 units)

ECO 6904 Thèmes choisis en économie appliquée / Selected Topics in Applied Economics (3 crédits / 3 units)

Étude de thèmes choisis en économie appliquée; contenu variable selon l'année. / Study of selected topics in applied economics; contents may change from year to year.

ECO 6906 Thèmes choisis en politique économique / Selected Topics in Economic Policy (3 crédits / 3 units)

Étude de thèmes choisis en politique économique; contenu variable selon l'année. / Study of selected topics in economic policy; contents may change from year to year.

ECO 6999 Mémoire / Major Paper (6 crédits / 6 units)

Volet / Course Component: Recherche / Research

ECO 7001 Travail de recherche de deuxième année / Second Year Research Paper (3 crédits / 3 units)

Ce cours facilite la transition vers la phase de recherche du programme. Les étudiants remplissent un document de recherche et le présentent officiellement dans un atelier départemental. / This course aids the transition to the research phase of the program. Students complete a research paper and formally present this paper in a departmental workshop.

ECO 7002 Atelier / Workshop (6 crédits / 6 units)

Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 6907 à la Carleton University. / This course is equivalent to ECON 6907 at Carleton University.

ECO 7003 Atelier Thèse de doctorat I / PhD Thesis Workshop I (1.5 crédit / 1.5 unit)

ECO 7004 Atelier / Workshop (6 crédits / 6 units)

Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 6908 à la Carleton University. / This course is equivalent to ECON 6908 at Carleton University.

ECO 7005 Atelier Thèse de doctorat II / PhD Thesis Workshop II (1.5 crédit / 1.5 unit)

ECO 7119 Mathematical Foundations for Economic Theory (3 units)

Mathematical techniques needed to understand micro- and macro-economic theory at the PhD level, and to carry out research. Real analysis. Review of static optimization. Continuous- and discrete-time dynamic optimization in deterministic and stochastic environments. Applications to economic theory are presented. This course is equivalent to ECON 6019 at Carleton University.

Prerequisites: ECO 6120 and ECO 6122

ECO 7126 Econometrics II (3 units)

Selected topics from estimating and testing the regression and simultaneous equation models. Topics include maximum likelihood estimation, statistical analysis of residuals, auto-regressive and other time-series models, multivariate regression model, and elements of asymptotic statistical theory within the context of the simultaneous equation model. This course is equivalent to ECON 6027 at Carleton University.

Prerequisite: ECO 5185

ECO 7177 Advanced Topics in Econometrics (3 units)

Coverage of one or more areas of current econometric research. This course is equivalent to ECON 6714 at Carleton University.

Prerequisite: ECO 7126 .

ECO 7526 Économétrie II (3 crédits)

Thèmes choisis concernant l'estimation et les tests de modèles de régression et d'équations simultanées : estimateur du maximum de vraisemblance, analyse statistique des résidus, modèles autorégressifs et autres modèles de séries chronologiques, modèles de régressions multivariées, théorie asymptotique dans le contexte de modèles à équations simultanées. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 6027 à la Carleton University.

Prerequisite: ECO 5585

ECO 7577 Thèmes avancés en économétrie (3 crédits)

Étude d'un ou plusieurs domaines de recherche courante en économétrie. Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 6714 à la Carleton University.

Préalable : ECO 7526

ECO 7922 Théorie économique : microéconomie / PhD Microeconomic Theory I (3 crédits / 3 units)

Théorie microéconomique au niveau gradué avancé, incluant des thèmes tels que la théorie des jeux, les externalités et les biens publics, l'équilibre général, et le bien être. / Topics include demand, production, general equilibrium, and welfare economics.

Volet / Course Component: Cours magistral / Lecture, Tutoriel / Tutorial

Préalables: ECO 6522 et ECO 7119 / Prerequisites: ECO 6122 and ECO 7119

ECO 7923 Théorie économique : macroéconomique / PhD Macroeconomic Theory I (3 crédits / 3 units)

Théorie macroéconomique au niveau gradué avancé avec emphase sur les modèles d'équilibre général dynamiques. Présentation des concepts théoriques principaux et exploration de la structure de base sous-jacente à ces modèles. Application à l'étude des décisions de consommation des ménages, d'investissement des entreprises, et à la croissance économique. / Analysis of dynamic macroeconomic systems, with applications to economic growth. Micro-foundations of modern macroeconomics, with a focus on solving dynamic optimization problems and applied to consumption, portfolio, and investment decisions, and to micro-founded growth models.

Préalables: ECO 6520 et ECO 7119 / Prerequisites: ECO 6120 and ECO 7119

ECO 7924 Théorie microéconomique de doctorat II / PhD Microeconomic Theory II (3 crédits / 3 units)

Les sujets peuvent inclure la théorie des jeux, l'économie de l'information, les externalités et les biens publics. / Topics may include game theory, information economics, externalities and public goods.

ECO 7925 Théorie macroéconomique de doctorat II / PhD Macroeconomic Theory II (3 crédits / 3 units)

Modèles modernes d'équilibre général stochastique dynamique, tels que les modèles de cycle économique réel, les modèles de frictions du marché du travail et de frictions financières et les modèles d'agents hétérogènes. Les étudiants apprennent également des techniques de calcul pour résoudre et estimer ces modèles. / Modern dynamic stochastic general equilibrium models, such as real-business-cycle models, models of labour-market and financial frictions, and heterogeneous-agent models. Students also learn computational techniques to solve and estimate these models.

ECO 7980 Lectures dirigées / Directed Readings (3 crédits / 3 units)

Ce cours est équivalent à ECON 6904 à la Carleton University. / This course is equivalent to ECON 6904 at Carleton University.

ECO 9998 Examen général de doctorat / PhD Comprehensive Examination

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Researchers in Canada got most of what they were hoping for in the country’s 2024 federal budget, with a big boost in postgraduate pay and more funding for research and scientific infrastructure.

“We are investing over Can$5 billion in Canadian brainpower,” said finance minister Chrystia Freeland in her budget speech on 16 April. “More funding for research and scholarships will help Canada attract the next generation of game-changing thinkers.”

Canadian PhD students and postgrads plan mass walkout over low pay

Postgraduate students and postdoctoral researchers have been advocating for higher pay for the past two years through a campaign called Support Our Science. They requested an increase in the value, and number, of federal government scholarships, and got more than they asked for. Stipends for master’s students will rise from Can$17,500 (US$12,700) to Can$27,000 per year, PhDs stipends that ranged from Can$20,000 to Can$35,000 will be set to a uniform annual Can$40,000 and most postdoctoral-fellowship salaries will increase from Can$45,000 to Can$70,000 per annum. The number of scholarships and fellowships provided will also rise over time, building to around 1,720 more per year after five years.

“We’re very thrilled with this significant new investment, the largest investment in graduate students and postdocs in over 21 years,” says Kaitlin Kharas, a PhD student at the University of Toronto, Canada, and executive director of Support Our Science . “It will directly support the next generation of researchers.”

Although only a small proportion of students and postdoctoral fellows receive these federal scholarships, other funders tend to use them as a guide for their own stipends.

Many postgraduates said that low pay was forcing them to consider leaving Canada to pursue their scientific career, says Kharas, so this funding should help to retain talent in the country.

“This is going to move us from a searing brain drain to a brain gain, and position us to compete on the world stage,” says Chad Gaffield, chief executive of the U15 Group of Canadian Research Universities, based in Ontario, which supported the campaign.

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The budget also includes marked boosts for basic research. There is an extra Can$1.8 billion over five years in core funding for the three federal grant-awarding research councils, as well as Can$400 million for upgrades to the TRIUMF particle accelerator in Vancouver, and more cash for several other large facilities and institutes across the country. There will also be more than Can$2 billion for the artificial-intelligence sector in Canada.

“[This budget] really emphasizes that Canada is determined to thrive in the twenty-first century based on science and research,” says Gaffield.

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Others have pointed out that the vast majority of the money in the budget for the research councils is backloaded, with just Can$228 million coming in the next two years. This means that the gains will be slow, and could be vulnerable to changes in the political climate, says Alex Usher, president of Higher Education Strategy Associates, a consultancy in Toronto. “Do not count on this money being there after an election,” he posted on X (formerly Twitter). Canada’s next federal election is due in October 2025, and the opposition Conservative Party is campaigning on reigning in spending.

The budget also makes some changes to how science funding is organized. Instead of ten different programmes for scholarships and fellowships, with differing levels of support, there will now be a single programme with just three levels — master’s degrees, PhDs and postdoctoral fellowships. Kharas says that this should simplify the system.

The government will also create a new “capstone” research-funding organization to better coordinate the work of the three granting councils and “help to advance internationally collaborative, multi-disciplinary and mission-driven research”, the budget says. It will also create an advisory Council on Science and Innovation, comprised of leaders from academia, industry and the non-profit sector, which will develop a national science-and-innovation strategy to guide priority setting and increase the impact of federal investments. “This should help move us towards a more efficient, well-coordinated and nimble way of supporting research in Canada,” says Gaffield. “I look forward to working with the government to optimize it.”

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International Development Minister Ahmed Hussen announced a $65-million aid package for Lebanon today. 

Canada is providing $38 million for development assistance and another $27 million in humanitarian aid. 

The development funding will be channeled through United Nations organizations such as UN Women.

Global Affairs Canada says that money is intended to support local farmers, women-led businesses and women in politics.

The department says the humanitarian assistance will go towards providing food, water and health care.

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Government of Canada supports Holocaust education in Hamilton

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Hamilton Jewish Federation receives $175,000 to renovate its current space and enhance offerings

May 2, 2024 – Hamilton, Ontario  

Cultural organizations, like the Hamilton Jewish Federation, are essential pillars in our society, providing spaces for contemplation and fostering connections with the experiences that define the past and the future. The Government of Canada knows the importance of these organizations and historical sites in our communities and is dedicated to amplifying Canada's diverse perspectives and voices.

Today, the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario ( FedDev Ontario ), announced an investment of $175,000 for the Hamilton Jewish Federation to support the renovation of its current space and provide educational offerings through the new Margaret’s Legacy Holocaust Learning and Jewish Advocacy Centre.

The Margaret’s Legacy Holocaust Learning and Jewish Advocacy Centre, which opened today, is a free and accessible information centre that will provide resources, documentation and artifacts to educate visitors and empower them with a deep understanding of the Holocaust. This permanent exhibit will bridge the gap in access to Holocaust education and is expected to attract hundreds of visitors to the region seeking remembrance during the first year of operation.

The Margaret’s Legacy Holocaust Learning and Jewish Advocacy Centre will play a vital role in ensuring Canadians have access to free and accessible information. The Government of Canada is committed to supporting organizations like the Hamilton Jewish Federation, as they are an important resource to better understand and remember the legacy of the Holocaust. 

“The Margaret’s Legacy Holocaust Learning and Jewish Advocacy Centre will be a safe space to gain and share knowledge and understanding about the Holocaust with present and future generations. By working together to educate Canadians about the Holocaust, we are advancing the fight against denial and Holocaust-related disinformation, and raising awareness of Antisemitism.” – The Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario

“We are deeply grateful for the support received, as it enables our Holocaust Education Centre to expand its vital mission, ensuring that the lessons of history continue to resonate with future generations, fostering empathy, understanding and a commitment to never forget." – Gustavo Rymberg, CEO, The Hamilton Jewish Federation

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The Hamilton Jewish Federation has been the cornerstone of Jewish culture in Hamilton for more than 80 years and is committed to building a safe, engaged and inclusive Jewish community that cares for its members.

Margaret's Legacy was founded in 2008 in Hamilton, Ontario, by Danna Horwood. Their journey began as a dedication to providing top-notch Holocaust education, rooted in the micro-history of Horwood’s grandparents, survivors Margaret and Arthur Weisz.  

Delivered by Canada’s regional development agencies, the Tourism Growth Program provides $108 million, over three years, directly to businesses and organizations to help diversify regional economies by investing in tourism products and experiences that will encourage visitation to and within Canada. In southern Ontario, FedDev Ontario is delivering over $30 million through the program.

In Budget 2024, $5 million over five years, starting in 2024-25, and $2 million ongoing, has been proposed to the Department of Canadian Heritage to support initiatives that seek to preserve the memory of the Holocaust and help improve Canadians’ understanding and awareness towards the Holocaust and Antisemitism.

Since 2015, the Government of Canada, through FedDev Ontario, has invested over $415 million in more than 1,440 tourism-related businesses and organizations, estimated to create over 4,700 jobs and maintain over 20,000 jobs.  

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