Bachelor of Economics

Course Details

The Bachelor of Economics offers students the analytical and quantitative skills required for an in-depth understanding of key economic principles. The degree complements this knowledge with the option of majors across selected business disciplines. The course includes basic training in econometrics, macroeconomics, and microeconomics with an emphasis on practical policy. A capstone subject synthesises knowledge from game theory, experimental economics and industrial organisation to study policy-making in real-world settings.

Qualification: Bachelor Degree (Pass)

Course structure: Students must complete 144 credit points made up of 24 subjects (11 core subjects (66 credit points), four economics elective subjects (24 credit points), a major or two sub-majors or a sub-major and four electives comprising eight subjects (48 credit points) and one business elective subject (6 credit points). The course can be completed in a minimum of three years of full-time or six years of part-time study.

Career options include economics analysis and modelling, economic forecasting, econometrician, designing economic policies in industry, government, and financial institutions. Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. The Bachelor of Business (Honours), Economics stream, is available with an additional one year of full-time study (or part-time equivalent) for eligible students.