Bachelor of Social and Economic Policy (Economic Policy)

The Bachelor of Social and Economic Policy (Economic Policy) will help you explore the most important and complex social, business and government policy issues;

matters made all the more poignant when analysed from a unique location at the heart of the country’s socio-economic policy making in Canberra.

The degree provides major grounding in economics and sociology, but offers flexibility in terms of subject areas explored, meaning you can study disciplines such as political science and international relations, as well as law, justice studies, business, commerce or management.The course focuses on developing intuition and critical thinking, and aims at producing well-rounded graduates with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

You’ll become equipped with quantitative, research and policy-relevant tools that have a direct use in the market place and are valued by prospective employers.

By the end of the course, you’ll have developed a confident understanding of real-world policy issues and their economic solutions, and will be prepared for either further study in the form of a Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours), or a career in the corporate or regulatory sectors, and beyond.The structure and content of this degree has been informed by the needs of employers and industry specialists, making it relevant to successful employment and career outcomes.

It includes Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities in the form of internships, professional practice units, capstone projects, networking and Study Abroad opportunities.

The National Centre for Socio-Economic Modelling (NATSEM) is one of the University’s most renowned multidisciplinary research centres and you’ll have opportunities to become involved in high-profile socio-economic research if you’re keen to explore a research-led route.Given the broad employment prospects associated with the degree, student WIL placements can occur across a range of fields, including with state and federal government departments, regulatory agencies, not-for-profit and community organisations, consulting firms, peak body associations and the private sector.

Potential internship opportunities are being explored with high-profile employers including The Treasury, the Department of Employment and KPMG.A clear pathway exists between this course and the Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) degree.

Bachelor of Social and Economic Policy (Economic Policy) (72 credit points) Required - 48 credit points as follows

• CM0008 Core Major in Government and Policy (24 credit points) Required - Must pass 18 credit points as follows 11012 - Professional Orientation (Government and Policy) - 3 cp, Level 1 11175 - Introduction to Economics - 3 cp, Level 1 11235 - Introduction to Politics and Government - 3 cp, Level 1 11236 - Investigating and Explaining Society - 3 cp, Level 1 11237 - Professional Evidence (Government and Policy) - 3 cp, Level 3 11378 - Introduction to Public Policy - 3 cp, Level 1 Restricted Choice - Must pass 6 credit points from the following 9628 - International Business Study Tour - 3 cp, Level 2 10158 - Business, Government & Law Extended Internship - 6 cp, Level 3 10236 - Business, Government & Law Professional Internship - 12 cp, Level 3 11166 - BGL Internship (Commerce) - 3 cp, Level 3 11167 - BGL Internship (Business and Management) - 3 cp, Level 3 11168 - BGL Internship (Government and Policy) - 3 cp, Level 3 11169 - Organisational Communications, Culture and Change - 3 cp, Level 3 11170 - Business Communication - 3 cp, Level 2 11379 - Social Enterprise - 3 cp, Level 2 11571 - BGL Research Internship - 3 cp, Level 3 Note: Credit Points: Students who want to do more than 6 credit points from this list may count them towards Open Electives. International Exchange: Students may also choose to undertake units at an international institution, subject to approval by the Program Director.
• SM0034 Specialist Major in Economic Policy (24 credit points) Required - Must pass 24 credit points as follows 11209 - Economic Development - 3 cp, Level 3 11223 - Money, Employment and Growth - 3 cp, Level 1 11224 - Public Sector Economics - 3 cp, Level 2 11225 - Industries and Markets - 3 cp, Level 2 11226 - Managing the Economy - 3 cp, Level 3 11240 - Behavioural Science - 3 cp, Level 2 11246 - Introduction to Sociology - 3 cp, Level 1 11329 - Environmental and Resource Economics - 3 cp, Level 2

Open Electives - 24 credit points as follows

• Must pass 24 credit points from anywhere in the University, as a breadth major, a breadth minor and/or as individual units.

Admission Requirements

Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:- Year 12 ATAR- other Australian Qualification- work experience- overseas qualificationWe also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes. More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry

Periods Course is Open to New Admissions

Information on admission closing dates can be found here.

Credit Arrangements

Credit arrangements (if available) for this course can be found on the University's Credit Search website.