The Economics, Business Economics and Financial & Business Economics Qualification Year program offers a focused first year of study to applicants who do not initially meet our entry requirements. The Qualification Year has been created as an option to applicants with strong academic standing and offers a pathway to entry into one of our programs in your second year, conditional upon meeting the following requirements during your first year:  

• Successful completion of 24 credits, including Economics Qualification Year required courses; 

• Achieving a final cumulative GPA of 5.00 (C+) for entry to Honours Economics BA or Specialized Honours Financial and Business Economics BA programs; or  

• Achieving a final cumulative GPA of 4.00 (C) for entry to 3-year Economics BA or Business Economics BA programs. 

What happens after my Qualification Year?

Successful completion of your first-year requirements will allow you entry into your designated program in the Department of Economics program. The Qualification Year is designed to mirror closely the first year of our three programs and allows you to complete your degree in four years. 

What if I’m not successful in my Qualification Year?

Should you not be successful in completing these requirements, the courses you will take and the credits you earn will allow you to pursue a number of other exciting programs in your area of interest such as Business & Society. We will advise you of your options throughout your first year to ensure your success at York University and beyond. 

Questions?

Contact us at goyork@yorku.ca