University College, Thiruvananthapuram
B.A. Economics at University College, Thiruvananthapuram
A 3-year UGC-recognized degree from a NAAC A, NIRF top-25 legacy campus—without the crazy fee tag.
Total Program Fee
That's about ₹3,500 a year. For a full bachelor's degree. Seriously.
Key numbers
NIRF Rank
22
NAAC Grade
A
Annual Intake
60 Seats
Duration
3 Years
Investment
₹0.1L total
~₹0.0L per year
- Tuition Fee (Annual)₹3,500per year
Are you eligible?
Academic Background
Any stream in Class 12 with Mathematics or Statistics preferred
Minimum Marks
At least 50% aggregate in Class 12
Your 3-Year Academic Arc
Year +0
Year 1: Foundations
Build the base in economic thinking, micro-macro basics, and quantitative methods.
Year +1
Year 2: Theory & Tools
Intermediate analysis, econometrics exposure, and data interpretation skills.
Year +2
Year 3: Application
Development, international economics, and Kerala-centric research projects.
Year +3
Graduation
B.A. Economics awarded. Pivot to MA, civil services, or public-sector roles.
Heads up: Math is your bestie here
The eligibility says 'any stream,' but Mathematics or Statistics in Class 12 is preferred—and it'll save your life when you hit the Econometrics and data modules later. If you're a commerce/arts student with math, you're golden.
The verdict
Good fit
This is a steal for a NIRF Rank 22, NAAC A-grade public college—especially if you're Kerala-based and want a low-risk, low-cost bachelor's before aiming for MA Economics, RBI prep, or Civil Services. The absence of published placement stats means you need to self-drive internships and competitive exam prep, but the affordability and institutional legacy are hard to beat.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Low total fees
- ✓ Reputed NAAC A public institution
- ✓ Strong economics fundamentals before PG
Doesn't match
- ✗ Need guaranteed campus placement data
- ✗ Want entrance-exam-based admission filter