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American University of Sharjah/Programmes/Bachelor of Arts in Economics

Bachelor of Arts in Economics

BAUndergraduateBusiness & Finance

About This Programme

A liberal-arts economics degree examining micro- and macroeconomics, policy, development and data analysis, distinct from the more business-focused BSBA Economics major. Prepares graduates for policy, research, consulting and graduate study in economics.

Course Highlights

  • American-standard economics curriculum benchmarked to US peer institutions
  • 27 credits of required theory plus 21 credits of ECO electives and a 15-credit related-field block (can be taken as a minor)
  • Capstone independent research project (ECO 490 Senior Project in Economics)
  • Strong preparation for graduate study in economics, law, finance and public policy

What You'll Study

A liberal-arts-oriented economics degree taught through lectures, econometrics labs and an independent senior research project (ECO 490), broader than the business-core BSBA economics track.

Major Requirements (27 credits)

  • ECO 201 Principles of Microeconomics3 credits
  • ECO 202 Principles of Macroeconomics3 credits
  • ECO 301 Intermediate Microeconomics3 credits
  • ECO 302 Intermediate Macroeconomics3 credits
  • ECO 305 International Trade3 credits
  • ECO 310 Development Economics3 credits
  • ECO 351 Introduction to Econometrics3 credits
  • ECO 490 Senior Project in Economics3 credits
  • QBA 201 Quantitative Business Analysis3 credits

Major Electives & Related Courses (51 credits)

  • Economics electives — 300-level or above ECO courses21 credits
  • Related-field courses (accounting, computer science, finance, mathematics, political science, psychology, etc.)15 credits
  • Free electives15 credits

Entry Requirements

Academic: A secondary-school average of about 85% (or in the best two of the last three years), with UAE Ministry of Education equivalency where required. American-curriculum applicants take the SAT or EmSAT mathematics test.
English: TOEFL iBT 80, IELTS Academic 6.5, or EmSAT Achieve English 1550.

Applicants below the English threshold may enter via the Achievement Academy Bridge Program.

Careers

Graduates enter public-policy analysis, banking, finance, market research and business management, or progress to graduate study in economics, law and related fields.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

AACSB-accredited School of Business Administration; UAE CAA-licensed

Programme Details

Award

Bachelor of Arts in Economics

Start Date

August 2026 (Fall; also Spring & Summer intakes)

Typical Offer

85%+ secondary-school average (best years), IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 80; math completed in the final 3 years at grade B or equivalent

Duration

4 years

Qualification

Bachelors

Subject Area

Business & Finance

Campus

Sharjah

Course Type

Economics degree

Study Pattern

Full time

Delivery Format

In person

Tuition Fee

AED 110,876/yr

Apply online at apply.aus.edu. A non-refundable application fee of AED 400 + 5% VAT applies, and a AED 5,000 seat-reservation deposit confirms your place. AUS offers extensive merit, need-based and athletic scholarships.

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