Bachelor of Economics
UNSW
CRICOS provider number: 00098G TEQSA provider ID: PRV12055
Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
Economics is an influential social science which explores how society can best use finite resources - like time, money and effort. Economics is not just about money, but about improving wellbeing. Using powerful concepts, logic, data, and a rigorous mathematical and statistical toolkit, Economists study how people respond to various incentives when they decide how to allocate scarce resources. The outcomes of these studies impact lifechanging policies, which means the skills and insights you’ll develop in this degree are prized by decision-makers in business and government worldwide.
ATAR Profile: Some UNSW offers were issued based on the UNSW Gateway Early Conditional Offer Scheme with a lower ATAR entry requirement. Refer to the Admissions Information for a complete ATAR profile by degree.
Areas of study
You can complete an economics major in Data Analytics and Econometrics, Economic Policy and Society, Macroeconomics and Financial Markets. You can study an optional second major from the 424000 Bachelor of Commerce or continue to study a combination of economics electives.
Career opportunities
You’ll be highly sought after by policymakers in government at all levels, private sector employers in all industries, not-for-profits and international organisations to work as an analyst, researcher, forecaster, journalist, advisor, and many other roles. You can open up more career paths by completing the Bachelor of Economics (Honours) degree or combining economics with studies in business, banking, law, or science.
Professional recognition
You’ll be eligible for membership to various professional organisations according to the major you complete.
Honours
Available as an additional year to high achieving students.
Double degrees: Bachelor of Economics can be combined with 422000 Bachelor of Arts, 422130 Bachelor of Education (Secondary), 424100 Bachelor of Commerce, 424350 Bachelor of Actuarial Studies, 4246000 Bachelor of Laws, 429000 Bachelor of Science, 424470 Bachelor of Advanced Science (Hons), 424460 Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics) (Hons), 424480 Bachelor of Science (Computer Science).
Fees and charges
Refer to UNSW current fee information.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Advanced.
Recommended studies: English Advanced, Mathematics Extension 1.
Other applicants
Refer to UNSW general admission criteria.
Student profile
Visit the UNSW website.
Further information
View all details of this course on the UNSW website.
The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review.
ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2024)
* The Lowest ATAR to which an offer was made, for this program, is based on a UNSW Gateway Early Conditional Offer.
Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2024 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.
Double degree options
Double degree options are available in a number of UNSW courses.
Honours at UNSW
Studying honours offers a chance to develop your research and professional skills guided by staff who are passionate about research and the development of new researchers. Honours is an integral component of many UNSW courses or may be offered as an additional year of study to meritorious students.
Business
UNSW Business School is one of Australia's leading business schools. The best and brightest lecturers from around the world teach our students. We pride ourselves in creating and sharing the latest business knowledge and real-world business experience with our students. We attract talented and high achieving students and nurture them to become successful business leaders who are knowledgeable, inspiring, entrepreneurial and innovative.
We offer flexible, internationally recognised, undergraduate business degrees supported by an extensive choice of majors. Our business degrees have been designed for the very best students and suit various career aspirations and interests. We aim to provide you with the skills, networks, knowledge and know-how to stand out in the crowd and excel in today's business world.
You will have the option to study a single or double degree to pursue that will help you meet your career goals. Honours study is available as an additional year in most majors and adds extra value to an undergraduate degree.
Visit the UNSW Business School website, call (02) 9385 3507 or email UNSW Business.
Visit the UNSW Business School website, call (02) 9385 3507 or email UNSW Business.