Distance BA (Hons) - Economics
(Bachelor of Arts in Economics Honors)
Registrations have begun for Distance BA (Hons) in Economics at SOL, University of Delhi. Students interested in studying Economics and its core principles can enroll now without delay. Last date to fill the application process is 31st August 2026*.
BA (Hons) Economics Distance Education Overview
Distance BA (Hons) Economics is an undergraduate Programme offered by Department of Economics, DU, School of Open Learning (SOL). The programme UGC approved, DEB approved and recognised by AIU. It is also accredited by NAAC ‘A+’ grade.
Distance BA (Hons) Curriculum provides students a platform to learn about theories, concepts and empirical evidence in the field of economics. Students are offered a rational framework for understanding and analysing the action of economic agents. In BA Economics students learn about topics like history and theory of economics, Finance, Statistics, Political & International Economics and so on.
After pursuing Distance BA (Economics) Hons, students can become Researchers, Professors, Economists, Data Analysts, HR Managers. They can enter into various career fields such as Academia, Law, Journalism, Civil Service, Banking and Private Corporate Sector.
Distance BA Hons (Economics) Course Duration & Eligibility
The course duration of Distance BA Hons (Economics) is 3 years. However, an extendable period of 3 years is given to all students, which means total course duration is 6 years. This relaxation in timeframe is designed for students to give them flexibility of completing their education at their own speed without affecting other commitments.
Eligibility Requirement is mandatory to fulfill if anyone wants to take admission at DU SOL. To be eligible for Distance BA (Economics), students must have a bachelor’s degree with minimum passing marks to be at least 50%. Relaxation is given to students from reserved category as mentioned in guidelines provided by DU SOL.
Accreditation & Approvals
UGC-DEB Entitled
Approved by the University Grants Commission
NAAC A+ Accredited
by National Assessment and Accreditation Council
AICTE Accredited
by All India Council for Technical Education
BA (Hons) Economics
Course Curriculum
| SUBJECT CODE | SUBJECT NAME | CREDIT |
|---|---|---|
| DSC 1 | Introductory Microeconomics | 4 |
| DSC 2 | Introductory Mathematical Methods for Economics | 4 |
| DSC 3 | Introductory Statistics for Economics | 4 |
| GE | Commerce: Business Organisation | 4 |
| GE | Foundations of Psychology | 4 |
| SUBJECT CODE | SUBJECT NAME | CREDIT |
|---|---|---|
| DSC 4 | Introductory Macroeconomics | 4 |
| DSC 5 | Intermediate Mathematical Methods for Economics | 4 |
| DSC 6 | Intermediate Statistics for Economics | 4 |
| GE | Commerce - Communication in Management | 4 |
| GE | Health and Well-being | 4 |
| SUBJECT CODE | SUBJECT NAME |
|---|---|
| DSC 6 | Intermediate Microeconomics I: Behavioural Foundations of Market Interactions |
| DSC 7 | Intermediate Macroeconomics I: Foundations of Aggregate Income Determination |
| DSC 8 | Advanced Mathematical Methods for Economics |
| GE | Foundations of Enquiry in Psychology |
| AEC | Environmental Science : Theory into Practice (II) (Units 5–7) |
| SEC | Finance for Everyone |
| SUBJECT CODE | SUBJECT NAME | CREDIT |
|---|---|---|
| DSC 7 | Game Theory and Strategic Interaction | 4 |
| DSC 8 | Economic Growth and Business Cycles | 4 |
| DSC 9 | Introductory Development Economics | 4 |
| GE | Basics of Organization Behaviour | 2 |
| AEC | Environmental Science : Theory into Practice (II) (Units 5–7) | 2 |
| SEC | Finance for Everyone | 2 |
| VAC | Reading Indian Fiction in English |
| SUBJECT CODE | SUBJECT NAME | CREDIT |
|---|---|---|
| DSC 10 | Intermediate Microeconomics II: Market, Government and Welfare | 4 |
| DSC 11 | Intermediate Macroeconomics II: Policy Issues | 4 |
| DSC 12 | Introductory Econometrics | 4 |
| GE | Commerce: Basics of Organization Behavior | 4 |
| AEC | Twentieth Century World History: 1900-1945 | 2 |
| SEC | Communication in Everyday Life | 2 |
| SUBJECT CODE | SUBJECT NAME | CREDIT |
|---|---|---|
| DSC 10 | International Trade | 4 |
| DSC 11 | Development Theory & Experience | 4 |
| DSC 12 | Indian Growth and Development | 4 |
| GE | Communication in Everyday Life | 4 |
| AEC | E-filing of Returns | 2 |
| SEC | Personality Development and Communication | 2 |
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DU SOL BA (Hons) Economics Distance Fees Structure
DU SOL has an affordable and student-friendly fee structure for its BA (Hons) Economics (Distance) programme. Along with academic flexibility, the university also provides Financial Aid Services for students from economically weaker backgrounds. Fee relaxations are also available for SC/ST candidates, Meritorious Female Students, Orphans, and Transgender students. Please note that the application fee is mandatory and non-refundable.