Undergraduate
Mathematical Economics
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- Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
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- Peterborough
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- Fall & Winter & Summer
- Business & Management
At a glance:
- Degree Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
- Campus Peterborough
- Program is Offered Fall & Winter & Summer
- Study Options Part time/Full time
- OUAC Codes RME - Peterborough
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The Trent Advantage
Develop the analytical and quantitative expertise employers seek through Trent’s unique economics and mathematics program, enhanced by research opportunities and specialized software training.
This advanced undergraduate degree equips you with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate dynamic challenges influencing global markets. Through the combined study of economics and mathematics, you will explore complex market systems from around the world, develop a mastery in industry-standard financial software, and gain research experience in economic theory, mathematical modelling, and statistical analysis.
- Gain hands-on experience using Trent’s state-of-the-art Bloomberg terminals and professional financial databases in the Financial Intelligence & Innovation Hub, analyzing real-world financial and economic data.
- Build career-ready skills through research opportunities, placements, and paid internships.
- Graduate prepared to interpret the bigger economic picture behind business decisions—an advantage that sets you apart for careers in accounting, finance, consulting, and beyond.
Program Possibilites
Add an Option to your Mathematical Economics degree to explore an additional area of interest
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Education
Learn to teach a wide variety of curricula and subjects – an important skill for all elementary and intermediate school teachers. If you’re planning on pursuing your B.Ed., this option provides you with a range of education-relevant courses in math, sciences, the arts, and more.
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Global Power & Politics
The most urgent political problems of our time pose fundamental moral problems that require not only goodwill and commitment, but a deep understanding of the mechanisms of global power and politics. This option is designed to enable you to develop a critical understanding of the formal, informal, visible and hidden structures of power in the global age and the mechanisms that propel global power and politics.
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Leadership
What does it mean to be a leader? How does one learn to lead? In this option you will learn all about the importance of building relationships and directing people to work together to achieve common goals and objectives. With opportunities to learn from Trent University’s Jarislowsky Chair in Trust and Political Leadership, and take courses from across disciplines, you will develop comprehensive perspectives on leadership and earn a formal designation that signals your leadership capacity to future employers.
Career experience while you learn
Every Mathematical Economics student has a guaranteed route to paid, credited experience before they graduate.
Research Opportunities
- Conduct undergraduate research in areas such as portfolio optimization and econometric modelling, applying mathematical and statistical methods to investigate real economic problems.
- Gain hands-on experience in Trent’s state-of-the-art Financial Intelligence & Innovation Hub, using Bloomberg terminals and professional financial databases to track market data and observe investor behaviour in real-time.
- Develop skills in mathematical and statistical software such as MATLAB, R and Sage Math in Trent’s Math Resource Room.
Field Schools and Hands-On Courses
- Take a hands-on approach to economics and data science, using software like Python to explore data processing and visualization, data analysis, economic modelling, and machine learning.
Study Abroad
- Take your Trent education global. Spend a semester or year studying at one of Trent’s 50+ international partner universities, participate in a summer field course, or gain international experience through a placement or internship.
- With opportunities in more than 35 countries, you can broaden your academic perspective, experience new cultures, and build skills that prepare you for a global career.
Placements
- Complete a fourth-year work placement with Canadian employers in wealth management, financial auditing, personal banking, or economic forecasting, and apply your learning to real economic challenges.
Internships
- Gain 6, 8 or 12 months of practical, real-world experience in math and economics through paid, full-time business internship opportunities in your final year.
Career Paths
- Economist
- Rate Analyst
- Financial Auditor
- Fraud Investigator
- Account Executive
In Their Own Words
I came to Trent interested in mathematics and economics, and I'm leaving with a much clearer understanding of where those interests can take me. The knowledge I gained in my courses helped prepare me for opportunities like the CFA Societies Canada Ethics Challenge, and the support I received from faculty gave me the confidence to take them on.
Suubi Nsubuga 22’
Admissions
Whether you're graduating from an Ontario high school, looking to study in Canada, or training for a second career, Trent has clear pathways for students to apply and be admitted to study at either of our campuses.
Requirements
If you are coming straight from high school in Ontario or are a recent grad, the general admission requirements are:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program-specific prerequisites
- ENG4U with a minimum of 60%
| Admission Requirements | Recommended Admission Requirements | Estimated Admission Average | Co-op Admission Average |
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| ENG4U, and MHF4U or MCV4U | 70-75% |
Requirements
Students from across Canada can use their grades from their home province to apply to Trent.
Requirements
International students from outside Canada can apply based on the curriculum of their home country.
Requirements
Mature students can apply to Trent based on previous education and professional or volunteer experience.
Requirements
With many transfer agreements and flexible pathway options, Trent University makes it easy for students to make the most of the credits you have already earned.
Tuition Estimate
Estimate your tuition, ancillary fees, and potential entrance scholarships based on your program, residency status, and academic average.
Tuition
Base Tuition Fee
$6,240.85
Ancillary Fees
Ancillary Fees (non-tuition costs supporting student services, such as athletics, campus safety, college fees, etc.)
$2,122.22
Total:
$ 8,363.07
* The tuition details and scholarships listed are for domestic students only. International applicants should contact the financial aid office directly for equivalent guidance.
Scholarships
If you’re a top scholar with an average of 80% or higher, you qualify to automatically receive an entrance scholarship to Trent. Scholars with 95% or higher? You earn free first-year tuition – no application required.
| Entrance Average | Maximum Scholarship Potential | Details |
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| 95%+ | $18,241 | $6,241 first year Full Tuition + $4,000 x 3 years |
| 90-94.9% | $12,000 | $3,000 x 4 years |
| 85-89.9% | $8,000 | $2,000 x 4 years |
| 80-84.9% | $6,000 | $1,500 x 4 years |
* Available to Domestic students only. Based on 2026/27 tuition for a general arts and science program
Explore additional funding for domestic and international students
- Van Dusen Prize
- Maurice J. Boote Scholarship
- W. B. Common Prize
- Chris Michael Prize