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Bachelor of Economics

Official Abbreviation BEc
Course Type Undergraduate
Commencement Semester 1 and Semester 2
Study Mode On and Off Campus
Course Duration
  • 3 Years Full-time
  • 6 Years Part-time
2007 UAI 70
2007 OP 13
Fees Commonwealth Supported Place
Total Credit Points 144
Overview

The course consists of a core of study in microeconomics, macroeconomics, economic history, business statistics and mathematics. Students then select one major from the three majors listed and may also select other subjects such politics, history, languages and communication.

Intensive Schools Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements.
Entry Requirements

Normal admission requirements apply. Assumed knowledge is any two units of English plus Mathematics.
Additional Entry Requirements N/A
Course Rules

Credit Point Requirements

To qualify for the award a candidate shall achieve a total of 144 credit points with no more than 60 credit points at 100 level; at least 36 credit points at 300 level of which at least 24 credit points shall be from the Schools of Business, Economics and Public Policy and Law; and not more than 36 credit points from schools outside the Faculty of the Professions.

Program of Study

Candidates shall complete an approved program of study comprising:

Course Structure

 Credit Points
Core Units 48 cps
Approved Majors

36cps or
72 cps

ONE Major totalling 36 credit points
or
TWO Majors totalling 72 credit points
Elective Units 24cps or 60cps
The number of credit points candidates complete as elective units will vary depending on whether they undertake ONE or TWO Majors in their program of study.
Total 144 cps

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Approved Majors

Economics
Econometrics
Economic History
Environmental Analysis and Policy

Exit Pathways

Candidates who discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Diploma in Commerce on completion of 48 credit points.

Career Opportunities

Examples include positions in federal and state public services as policy officers, analysts, economic modelers, advisers, trade and industry officers; private sector positions in financial management, forecasting, banking and insurance; international positions with agencies such as the World Bank, the United Nations and agribusiness firms.
Practical, Clinical or Work Experience

Students may complete the Work Ready Unit as an elective.
Double Degree Opportunities Students may transfer to the double degrees of Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Laws upon obtaining at least a Grade Point Average of 4.5 (P=4, C=5). This double degree program takes students five years of normal (full-time) semester enrolment to complete.
Advanced Standing Students may apply for advanced standing towards the degree on the basis of previous tertiary study.
Fast Track Summer Semester is available (full fees apply)
Other Benefits

Summer Semester provides an opportunity for students to fast-track their academic progression or to catch up on units required to complete the degree. A selection of units is offered off-campus during the normal semester break from November to February, enabling students to study from home and to accelerate their progress towards graduation.
Honours Students with above average grades are encouraged to undertake a fourth year of advanced study in their major, leading to the degree of Bachelor of Economics with Honours.
Scholarships The University offers a number of Faculty/College and country scholarships available to Australian citizens and permanent residents.
Further Information

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