Economics Education (B.A.)

Become an effective economics teacher by strengthening your knowledge of both education and economics. Study how markets work. Learn what is produced, how it is produced, and how income is distributed. Explore subjects such as:

• The role and impact of international trade
• The effect of monopolies on the economy
• The problems of unemployment and inflation

The economics education major is a 125 credit-hour program with 33 credits of coursework in economics. Your studies will provide you with a framework for evaluating policy to determine whether they help improve the quality of people’s lives. You will be equipped to help design solutions for society’s economic problems.

You will also learn how to turn your knowledge into effective, engaging lessons for secondary students that will help them develop the skills they need to graduate as economically literate and flourishing citizens.

Program Requirements

Suggested Course Sequence

All courses are 3 credits unless stated otherwise.

Career Opportunities

Graduates are prepared to teach in Delaware schools and in other states or countries. For information on career resources please visit the Lerner Career Services Center.

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Learn More

For more information about this program, email Professor Scott Bacon at bacons@udel.edu or visit the UD Social Studies Education page.

Admissions Information

Learn more about undergraduate admissions requirements, deadlines, tuition and financial aid available to you.