Bachelor of Economics

Economists are experts in understanding how individuals, firms and governments make choices and the consequences of those choices for all constituents of society, both today and in the future.

Why study economics

• You'll study alongside the best students in the state and beyond
• You'll learn from internationally renowned specialists across diverse areas of research
• Our economics graduates are highly regarded among key employers including the Reserve Bank of Australia, the Productivity Commission and the Treasury 

Career pathways

• Employment prospects for economists are strong, and graduates can pursue careers as specialist economists in government and business, or as economic consultants, economic analysts and policy advisers. Graduates have found employment in the Australian and State Treasuries, the Australian Reserve Bank, as well as in economic consultancies and major companies.

Course structure
You can choose to study one of two majors within the Bachelor of Economics: 

• Economics (Extended Major)
• Financial Economics (Extended major)

Bachelor of Economics
You'll learn to

• Employ the framework of micro- and macroeconomics to rationally analyse general economic problems and arrive at analytically sound conclusions
• Interpret an undertake quantitative economics research 
• Identify and critically reflect on landmark events in Australia's economic history and in the rise of the global economy 
• Undertake specific economic research that critically evaluates theoretical and or applied issues in the area of economics
• Communicate the results of economic research to fellow economists as well as to a range of potential stakeholders, including other business professionals , policymakers in government and the public at large
• Demonstrate an awareness of, and sensitivity to, the personal, social, ethnic and or international backgrounds of other team members as well as stakeholders 

Further study

• Students can pursue further studies at honours level, undertake a specialist master’s degree such as the Master of Economics, or complete a PhD. They can also choose to complete a generalist master’s degree such as the Master of Commerce or (after appropriate work experience) the Master of Business Administration.

Bachelor of Economics (Honours)

• Economists, financial analysts, statisticians, management consultants, policy analysts, or investment advisors. Make yourself a top candidate for the best jobs in the government and the private sector with a Bachelor of Economics (Honours) degree. You'll receive extensive training in theoretical modelling, applied econometric and program evaluation techniques, mastery of data analysis software, and will produce an independent research thesis - skills and achievements highly attractive to employers engaged in data-driven activities.