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BS Economics

بی ایس اکنامکس

Affiliated with the University of Education, Lahore

BS Economics
Duration4 years
Semesters8
Credit hours108
EligibilityAnnual system: minimum 45% marks in FA/FSc, I.Com or equivalent. Semester system: minimum 60% marks. A-Level: IBCC equivalence certificate with minimum 60% marks. No age limit.
Medium of instructionEnglish (with Urdu support in class)
IntakeFall · Spring
Degree awarded byUniversity of Education, Lahore
Fee per semesterTo be confirmed

Overview

BS Economics at Alipur College is the University of Education, Lahore’s four-year degree in economics: microeconomics and macroeconomics, mathematics and statistics for economists, development economics, public finance, international trade, Pakistan’s economy and research methods.

Economics is the discipline behind the questions this district lives with — prices, water, crops, credit, migration — and it is also one of the most sought-after subjects for civil service and banking recruitment.

Students sit University of Education examinations each semester; the college follows up every result, transcript and degree until it is delivered.

Who this suits. Students who like numbers and argument in equal measure and want a degree that opens banking, government, development and research careers.

Entry requirements

Annual system: minimum 45% marks in FA/FSc, I.Com or equivalent. Semester system: minimum 60% marks. A-Level: IBCC equivalence certificate with minimum 60% marks. No age limit.

Source: University of Education, Lahore programme page — BS Economics · Updated 3 September 2026

Programme objectives

  • Development of sound theoretical knowledge of the subject.
  • Application of economic theories and enhancement of problem-solving ability.
  • Coverage of new areas of specialisation according to market needs.
  • Preparation for advanced studies leading to MPhil and PhD.
  • Training to produce quality teachers, researchers and policy makers.
  • Comprehensive knowledge focused on applied and quantitative economics.

Scheme of study

Course titles are shown in English, as they appear on the University transcript. Source: University of Education, Lahore — Scheme of Studies: BS Economics (2023) (Revised in 2024) · Updated 3 September 2026

Semester 1
CodeCourseCr. hrs
ISLA1111/HUMN1111Islamic Studies OR Ethics2
ENGL1114Functional English3
URDU3134حکمت، حکایت اور رزمیہ ادب2
MATH1126Exploring Quantitative Skills3
ECON1111Principles of Microeconomics3
ECON1118Statistics for Economics I3
Semester 2
CodeCourseCr. hrs
ENGL1120Expository Writing3
PAKS1119Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan2
MATH2118Tools for Quantitative Reasoning3
GSCI1111What is Science?3
ECON1119Statistics for Economics II3
ECON1116Principles of Macroeconomics3
Semester 3
CodeCourseCr. hrs
BUSA1114Introduction to Entrepreneurship2
ECON2111Intermediate Microeconomics3
POLS2112A Science of Society2
POLS2111Civics and Community Engagement2
ECON2112Intermediate Macroeconomics3
ECON2113World Economic History3
ISLA1122Seerat of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW0
Semester 4
CodeCourseCr. hrs
COMP1116Application of Information and Communication Technologies Applications of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT3
ECON4113Public Sector Economics3
ECON3118Islamic Economics3
ECON3115Major Issues in the Pakistan Economy3
ECON3125Money Banking and Finance3
Semester 5
CodeCourseCr. hrs
ECON4141Microeconomic Analysis3
ECON4142Macroeconomic Analysis3
ECON3113Mathematical Economics I3
ECON3117Development Economics: Theory and Application3
Semester 6
CodeCourseCr. hrs
ECON3119Economic Growth3
ECON3123International Economics3
ECON3121Mathematical Economics II3
ECON3116Econometrics: Theory and Application I3
Semester 7
CodeCourseCr. hrs
ECON4111International Trade Theory3
ECON4153Econometrics: Theory and Application II3
COMP4112Research Methodology and Computer Applications3
Semester 8
CodeCourseCr. hrs
ECON4144General Equilibrium and welfare Economics3
ECON4117Monetary Economics3
INTN1112Internship3
CAPS1111Capstone Project3

Career paths

  • Banking, finance and development organisations
  • Government economic and planning departments
  • Research and data analysis
  • Civil service preparation

Further study

  • MPhil Economics

Facilities you will use

  • Library of about 10,000 volumes
  • Computer laboratories (Dell / HP workstations)

Fees

Fee per semester Being confirmed with the college Requested 3 September 2026

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How to apply

  1. 01
    Enquire

    Message us on WhatsApp or visit the campus office, Monday to Saturday.

  2. 02
    Submit documents

    Bring the admission form with your result cards, CNIC or B-Form and photographs.

  3. 03
    Merit and interview

    Merit lists are displayed on campus and published on this site.

  4. 04
    Pay fee and enrol

    Deposit the fee at the college office or the named bank account and collect your roll number.

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for BS Economics?
Intermediate in any group with at least 45% marks, as per University of Education rules.
How much mathematics is involved?
Mathematics and statistics for economists are taught from the first year at a level students from any Intermediate group can follow; the college provides support classes where needed.
What careers does it lead to?
Banking, finance and development organisations, government economic and planning departments, research and data analysis, and civil service preparation — with MPhil Economics for those who continue.

Next step

BS Economics

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