Bachelor of Economics

This degree is ranked in the top four undergraduate economics courses in Australia.**QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2019An introduction to a diverse, fascinating discipline that addresses a range of big issues in modern life and plays a central role in shaping the broad framework of society at every level.

The Bachelor of Economics provides undergraduate training in theoretical and applied aspects of modern economics, econometrics and financial economics.Although primarily interested in explaining the behaviour of individuals, economics also addresses the collective behaviour of businesses and industries, governments and countries, and the globe as a whole.Economics is crucial to understanding and solving the major problems and challenges the world faces today, such as global warming, poverty, development, and recession.The Bachelor of Economics requires you to complete a core major from one of the following areas:A minor or second major can be taken from the core majors or from the University's shared pool.

You may choose to study a related area, such as commerce or marketing, or pursue knowledge in another field of study.You can also choose to combine your Bachelor of Economics degree with the Bachelor of Advanced Studies.

In the Bachelor of Advanced Studies, you can complete a second major, combine studies from a range of disciplines, undertake advanced coursework, and get involved in cross-disciplinary community, professional, research or entrepreneurial project work.

• Econometrics (Major)
• Econometrics (Minor)
• Economics (Major)
• Economics (Minor)
• Economics (major in Econometrics) (Program)
• Economics (major in Economics) (Program)
• Economics (major in Environmental, Agricultural and Resource Economics) (Program)
• Economics (major in Financial Economics) (Program)
• Environmental, Agricultural and Resource Economics (Major)
• Environmental, Agricultural and Resource Economics (Minor)
• Financial Economics (Major)
• Financial Economics (Minor)

Admission criteria

Admission to this course is on the basis of the following criteria:

• a secondary education qualification such as the NSW Higher School Certificate (including national and international equivalents), or approved higher education study, including approved preparation courses.
• English language requirements where these are not demonstrated by sufficient qualifications taught in English.

Admission pathways are open to domestic applicants on the basis of equity or other adjustment factors, including for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. For details, visit admission pathways.

Prerequisites

This course has a mathematics course prerequisite. For details on the prerequisite, and how it applies to you, visit: Mathematics course prerequisites.

Credit for previous study

If you’ve already completed university-level or equivalent subjects, you may be able to apply for credit for previous study.