Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Advanced Studies

The University of Sydney

The University of Sydney

CRICOS 093742C · Duration: 4 Years

Duration

208 weeks

Intakes

Semester 1: 31 January of the commencing year | Semester 2: 15 July of the commencing year

Course Overview

About This Course

You will complete a program in Economics comprised of foundational studies in microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics and an embedded major in your choice of: Econometrics, Economics, Environmental, Agricultural and Resource Economics, or Financial Economics. If you meet the entry and progression criteria, you can elect to complete the Advanced Economics program, which serves as a pathway to Honours in Economics. You will also complete a major from a broad range of subject areas (see 'Shared pool' below), including business, STEM, social sciences, and humanities. Additionally, you will complete units of study from the Open Learning Environment and any elective units needed to make up the required credit points for the course. In the final year of your degree, you will undertake advanced coursework where you will enhance your leadership, critical thinking and problem-solving skills and increase your employment prospects. You will undertake challenging coursework and a substantial real-world project individually or in collaboration with other students. If you would like to undertake Honours and meet the relevant admission criteria, you can apply for the Bachelor of Economics (Honours) after completing the requirements of the three-year Bachelor of Economics.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

The Greenway Building, Cnr Bridge and Macquarie Streets, Sydney, NSW 2000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements
  • Entry requirements are listed under the 'Entry requirements' section of the course page
  • If you meet the entry and progression criteria, you can elect to complete the Advanced Economics program, which serves as a pathway to Honours in Economics
  • If you would like to undertake Honours and meet the relevant admission criteria, you can apply for the Bachelor of Economics (Honours) after completing the requirements of the three-year Bachelor of Economics

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What embedded major options are available in the Economics program?

Within the Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Advanced Studies, you can choose from four embedded majors: Econometrics, Economics, Environmental, Agricultural and Resource Economics, or Financial Economics.

Can I pursue Honours after completing this degree?

Yes. If you meet the relevant admission criteria, you can apply for the Bachelor of Economics (Honours) after completing the requirements of the three-year Bachelor of Economics. Additionally, if you meet the entry and progression criteria during your studies, you can elect to complete the Advanced Economics program, which serves as a pathway to Honours in Economics.

What will I do in the final year of the Bachelor of Advanced Studies component?

In the final year of your degree, you will undertake advanced coursework where you will enhance your leadership, critical thinking and problem-solving skills and increase your employment prospects. You will undertake challenging coursework and a substantial real-world project individually or in collaboration with other students.

When are the application closing dates for this course?

The closing date for Semester 1 is 31 January of the commencing year, and the closing date for Semester 2 is 15 July of the commencing year. Note that separate deadlines apply for scholarship applications.

What other areas of study can I complete alongside my Economics program?

In addition to the Economics program, you will complete a major from a broad range of subject areas from the 'Shared pool', including business, STEM, social sciences, and humanities. You will also complete units of study from the Open Learning Environment and any elective units needed to make up the required credit points for the course.

Application

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