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Four-Year B.Sc Economics (Hons) Programme at VSEP

Complete course details, fees, scholarships, admission process, and career opportunities — India's $5 trillion vision needs analytical leaders. Fully NEP 2020 aligned, with research thesis & advanced econometrics.

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Why Pursue B.Sc Economics (Hons) at VSEP?

Economics is the strategic science of resource optimisation. With 40% urbanisation, a $1 trillion digital economy goal, and fintech explosion, VSEP's 4‑year honours programme hones advanced quantitative skills for RBI monetary analysis, NITI Aayog policy design, and global consulting. The honours thesis, advanced econometrics, and institutional economics elevate you beyond standard graduates.

$5 Trillion Vision 2027

Policy simulations, Python/R labs, and rural immersion projects aligned with India's growth trajectory.

Data + Honours Thesis

Rigorous research methodology, big data labs (Hadoop, ML), and PhD mentorship – DSE/ISI ready.

Global Impact

World Bank, McKinsey, NITI Aayog. ₹372B health sector needs health economics experts – a VSEP minor specialisation.

Programme overview

Comprehensive Honours Program & Fee Structure

4‑Year B.Sc Economics (Hons) – 166 credits over 8 semesters, NEP 2020 exit options: Certificate (44), Diploma (86), B.Sc (126), Honours (166). Year 4 adds research thesis, game theory, advanced econometrics, and electives like Emerging Markets. Full details at vsep.edu.in/programme-offered/.

Per Year
₹1,50,000
Annual Tuition Fee
Per Year
₹5,500
Misc (incl library, lab) + university exam fees
One-Time
₹7,000
Refundable Caution Deposit

*Miscellaneous ranges ₹4,000–5,500. Transparent & affordable excellence – vsep.edu.in/fee-structure/

Admissions 2026

Eligibility & Step-by-Step Process

  • 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
  • All streams (Science/Commerce/Arts) eligible
  • Final Year students may apply provisionally
  • English proficiency (bilingual blended model)
1

Online Application

VSEP portal, upload 10+2 marks & ID.
2

Merit List Generation

Shortlisting based on academic merit.
3

Faculty Interaction

Virtual/in-person slot selection.
4

Confirmation & Payment

Block seat with initial fees, receive provisional letter.

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

Course Structure (Hons)

Detailed Semester-Wise Curriculum (166 Credits)

NEP-aligned progression: Year 1 Certificate, Year 2 Diploma, Year 3 Degree, Year 4 Honours with thesis & advanced electives.

Course Name
Credits
Principles of Economics
4
Foundation of Mathematics - I
4
Statistics for Social Science - I
4
Economics and Public Policy Overview
3
English Language
2
Foundation of R-Programming
3
Environmental Studies
2
Total Semester Credits
22
Course Name
Credits
Microeconomics
4
Foundation of Mathematics - II
4
Statistics for Social Science - II
4
Indian Economy and Policy
3
Foreign Language I (Spanish/French)
2
Report Writing using LaTeX
3
Introduction to Indian Culture and Heritage
2
Total Semester Credits
22
UG Certificate exit (44 credits)
Course Name
Credits
Macroeconomics
4
Public Finance
4
History of Economic Thought
4
Governance, Ethics and Public Policy
3
Academic Writing and Speaking
2
Experiential Learning (Rural Exposure)
3
Yoga/Health & Wellness
2
Total Semester Credits
22
Course Name
Credits
Development Economics
4
Basic Econometrics
4
Introduction to Health Economics/Data Analytics
4
Introduction to Data Analytics
4
Foreign Language - II
2
Internship
2
Total Semester Credits
20
UG Diploma exit (86 credits)
Course Name
Credits
International Trade Theory
4
Environmental Economics
4
Labour Economics
4
Health Economics - Epidemiology / Data Structures
4
Health Law & Ethics / Python Lab
4
Total Semester Credits
20
Course Name
Credits
Economic Growth
4
Behavioural Economics
4
Agriculture Economics
4
Application of Mathematics in Economics
4
Health Economics & Data Analytics (SQL + Lab)
4
Total Semester Credits
20
B.Sc Economics exit (126 credits)
Course Name
Credits
Introduction to Research Methodology
4
Game Theory
4
Advanced Econometrics
4
Health Economics & Data Analytics
4
Health Economics & Data Mining
4
Total Semester Credits
20
Course Name
Credits
Health Economics & Big Data Analytics with Hadoop
4
Health Economics & Machine Learning (with Lab)
4
Institutional Economics
4
Advanced Training in Census and Large-Scale Survey
4
Emerging Markets, Global Business, and International Economy
4
Total Semester Credits
20
Programme Total Credits (Hons)
166
Specialise

Impactful Minors for Honours Students

Health Economics

Healthcare financing, epidemiology, policy – vital for India's $372B medical sector. Prep for WHO, NITI Aayog.

Data Analytics

Python, SQL, ML, Hadoop, big data – Chennai fintech boom. 20‑24 credits with labs.

R/Python Labs + Thesis

Hands-on policy simulations and a rigorous research thesis, making you PhD‑ready (DSE/ISI).
Financial Aid

VSEP Scholarships (Hons)

₹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 (5 awards).

Need‑based scholarships covering up to 100% tuition also available. vsep.edu.in/scholarships/

Excellence & future

Why VSEP is Best for B.Sc Economics (Hons) ?

100% Placement assistance

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

Work‑Study & Internships

"Earn While You Learn", rural immersion, startup ecosystem ties.

Holistic Growth

Yoga, global exchanges, PhD mentorship, cohorts of 30.

Banking Professional

RBI Grade B, HDFC, ICICI quant teams.

Data Analyst / Scientist

Python/R/SQL/ML in fintech & consulting.

Policy Analyst / Researcher

NITI Aayog, ministries, World Bank, think tanks.

Consulting Firms

Deloitte, BCG, PwC economic modelling.

Govt Research

NSSO, state planning boards, NIPFP.

Fintech Innovation

Risk modelling & economic insights.
Clarifications

Frequently Asked Questions – Hons

Health Economics (healthcare financing, epidemiology) or Data Analytics (Python, SQL, ML, Hadoop). Add 20‑24 credits.
Yes, Year 4 includes a research thesis under PhD guidance – essential for PhD applications (DSE/ISI).
Online application, merit list, faculty interaction, fee payment. Provisional for final year students.
Yes, global semester exchanges and blended learning with international collaborators.

Join the Economic Leaders of Tomorrow – Honours

Enrol at VSEP – Chennai's top economics college for honours. Thesis prep, PhD mentorship, and scholarships up to 100%.

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