Certificate in Science in Economics

University of Canterbury

If you want to study science at university level without having to commit to a full-time degree, you might consider the Certificate in Science (CertSc). It is also an option if you want to take a few courses for interest, or study part-time. Study Involve: Choose from a range of subjects that suit your specific science interests ranging from Astronomy, to Environmental Science, Medicinal Chemistry, and Psychology. Complete a minimum of 60 points of courses at 100 and/or 200-level from Bachelor of Science subjects. This Certificate can be completed within one semester full-time, or part time for up to 6 years. Courses can be transferred to some degrees and is a great pathway to the Bachelor of Science. Economics is the study of how people behave and make decisions - how we use and allocate our resources, how we deal with issues like climate change, which career we choose, and more. These decisions involve trade-offs between costs and benefits, and we are constantly considering these in our everyday life. At UC, there are lots of opportunities to gain experience including industry projects, internships, clubs, and overseas study trips. Study Involve: Learn about the impact of your choices on the world, and how foreign countries impact Aotearoa New Zealand’s economy. Explore the three core areas of economics – Microeconomics (how individuals interact with markets), Macroeconomics (the economy as a whole, such as interest rates and exchange rates), and Econometrics (testing economic theories using data and other analytical methods). Option for a final-year internship as either a consultancy project working with an industry client or a work placement within an organisation. Economics major and minor is available in many degrees so you can combine studies with other relevant areas such as Finance, Product Design, Political Science and International Relations, and Psychology.

Faculty of Science