Three-Year B.Sc Economics Programme at VSEP (Trial)

Admissions Open 2026-27

Three-Year B.Sc Economics Programme at VSEP

Equipping students with analytical ability to tackle India’s $5 trillion growth trajectory. Fully aligned with NEP 2020 guidelines.

VSEP Campus
The Foundation

Why Economics Education Matters?

Economics is the science of optimal choice-making in a resource-constrained world, decoding inflation, market disruptions, and fiscal reforms. In India, amid rapid urbanization (projected 600 million urban dwellers by 2036), digital economy expansion ($1 trillion target by 2028), and transformative policies, VSEP’s B.Sc Economics cultivates critical thinking.

$5 Trillion Economy

Develop analytical ability to contribute to India’s massive growth. Youth unemployment 23% but 15 lakh+ annual openings in economic analysis roles.

Data Driven

Bridge theory & employability through professional labs in Python, R, SQL. Aligned with Chennai fintech boom.

Policy Impact

Analyze transformative public policies for think tanks. India’s $372B medical sector needs health economics experts.

Key Highlights

Standard Features

NEP 2020 Aligned

Multiple exit options: UG Certificate (44 credits), UG Diploma (86), full B.Sc (126). Optional Honours extension to Year 4.

Intimate Cohorts + Global

30 students per batch, personalised PhD mentorship, global semester exchanges and rural exposure.

100% Placement

Targeting RBI, HDFC, Deloitte, NITI Aayog. Work-study “Earn While You Learn” & startup ecosystem ties.

Course Structure

Full 6-Semester Curriculum

Choice-Based Credit System (CBCS) with CGPA evaluation, totalling 126 credits. Minor specialisations in Health Economics & Data Analytics available from semester 4.

Code
Course Name
Credits
ECO101
Principles of Microeconomics – I
4
ECO102
Principles of Macroeconomics – I
4
ECO103
Mathematical Methods for Economics – I
4
ECO104
English for Business
4
ECO105
Computer Skills (Python basics)
3
ECO106
Sustainability and Environment
3
Total Semester Credits
22
Code
Course Name
Credits
ECO201
Intermediate Microeconomics – II
4
ECO202
Intermediate Macroeconomics – II
4
ECO203
Mathematical Methods – II
4
ECO204
Statistics for Economics – I
4
ECO205
Computer Skills (R intro)
3
ECO206
Ethics and Human Values
3
Total Semester Credits
22
Code
Course Name
Credits
ECO301
Advanced Microeconomics – III
4
ECO302
Advanced Macroeconomics – III
4
ECO303
Math Methods – III
4
ECO304
Statistics – II
4
ECO305
Public Finance
3
ECO306
Research Methodology
3
Total Semester Credits
22
Code
Course Name
Credits
ECO401
Game Theory
4
ECO402
International Trade
4
ECO403
Intro to Econometrics
4
ECO404
Development Economics
3
ECO405
Money and Banking
3
ECO406
Python & R Analytics Lab
2
Total Semester Credits
20
Code
Course Name
Credits
ECO501
Advanced Econometrics
4
ECO502
Industrial Economics
4
ECO503
Environmental Economics
3
ECO504
Health Economics (Minor)
3
ECO505
Labour Economics
3
ECO506
SQL and Tableau Lab
3
Total Semester Credits
20
Code
Course Name
Credits
ECO601
Digital Trade
3
ECO602
Public Policy
3
ECO603
Behavioural Economics
3
ECO604
Financial Markets
3
ECO605
Policy Simulation
2
ECO606
Capstone Project
6
Total Semester Credits
20
Programme Total Credits
126
Admissions

Eligibility Criteria

  • 10+2 / HSC or Equivalent Pass from any recognised board
  • 60% Aggregate for General Category
  • 55% Aggregate for OBC Category
  • 50% Aggregate for SC/ST/PWD
  • Science, Commerce or Arts streams eligible
  • Final Year students may apply provisionally
  • English proficiency (bilingual blended model)
How to Apply

Step-by-Step Admission Process

1

Online Application

Access VSEP portal, complete form & upload 10+2 marks/documents.

2

Merit List Generation

Automatic shortlisting based on academic merit by AMC.

3

Faculty Interaction

Join virtual/in-person sessions to select your preferred slot.

4

Confirmation & Payment

Block seat with initial fees, receive provisional admission letter.

Apply early for 2026 intake. Up to 50% merit/need scholarships available.

Specialise

Impactful Minors for Specialisation

Health Economics

Healthcare financing, policy, epidemiology – vital for India’s $372B medical sector. Careers in NGOs, ICICI Lombard, NITI Aayog.

Data Analytics

Python, SQL, ML, big data for finance insights. Aligned with Chennai fintech boom. Add 20-24 credits.

R/Python Labs

Hands-on labs and policy simulations ensure employability surge for PhDs and jobs.

Investment

Transparent Fee Structure

Per Year
₹1,50,000

Annual Tuition Fee

Per Year
₹5,500

Misc (incl library, lab) + university exam fees

One-Time
₹7,000

Refundable Deposit

*Miscellaneous ranges ₹4,000–5,500. Full details at vsep.edu.in/fee-structure/

Financial Aid

VSEP Scholarships

₹60k–75k

Dr. A. Shanmugasundaram

Merit slabs, tuition fee waiver up to 50%.

₹45k–75k

Dr. A.S. Ganesan Excellence

Academic achievers.

₹24,000

Dr. Anuradha Shero Women

Empowering women in economics.

Need‑based scholarships covering up to 100% tuition also available.

Excellence

Why VSEP Excels for B.Sc Economics?

Work‑Study & Internships

“Earn While You Learn”, rural internships, and startup ecosystem ties for real-world impact.

Holistic Growth

Yoga, rural exposure, global exchanges, and PhD mentorship for well‑rounded leaders.

100% Placement

Targeting HDFC, Deloitte, RBI, NITI Aayog. Proven track record.

Your Future

Career Opportunities

Banking Professional

RBI, HDFC, ICICI Bank as economist/analyst.

Data Analyst

Python/R/SQL in fintech & consulting.

Policy Analyst

NITI Aayog, ministries, global think tanks.

Consulting Firms

Deloitte, BCG, PwC.

Govt Research

NSSO, state planning boards.

Fintech Innovation

Economic insights & risk modelling.

Clarifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Health Economics (healthcare financing, epidemiology) or Data Analytics (Python, SQL, ML). Add 20‑24 credits.
Yes, “Earn While You Learn” programme, rural internships, and startup ecosystem ties.
Online application, merit list, faculty interaction, fee payment. Provisional admission for final year students.
Yes, global semester exchanges and blended learning with international collaborators.

Join the Economic Leaders of Tomorrow

Enrol at VSEP – India’s top economics college for placements. Honours pathway, PhD prep, and scholarships up to 100%.

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