Course Overview

About This Course

This accelerated pathway will provide students with high-level, discipline-specific knowledge in economics, with a heavy focus on developing your quantitative and analytical skills, and on exposing students to the breadth of disciplines that economics can cover.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

35 Stirling Highway, Perth (Crawley campus), Western Australia 6009

35 Stirling Hwy, CRAWLEY, WA 6009

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Minimum ATAR: 90

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduates have gained employment across a wide range of areas including highly sought-after and competitive places with the Reserve Bank of Australia and Treasury, through to large financial institutions. Career roles include economic analyst, data analyst, policy researcher, and positions in government departments such as the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, the Productivity Commission, and the WA Department of Treasury. Employers value graduates who have significant technical knowledge, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Economics graduates also pursue roles at international organisations such as the IMF and BIS, and in development work across Asia and the Pacific.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the duration of the Bachelor of Economics and Master of Economics at UWA?

The Bachelor of Economics and Master of Economics at UWA is a 4-year full-time accelerated pathway program.

What is the minimum ATAR required to apply for this course?

The minimum ATAR required for admission to the Bachelor of Economics and Master of Economics at UWA is 90.

What skills will I develop in this combined Economics degree?

This accelerated pathway has a heavy focus on developing your quantitative and analytical skills, and on exposing students to the breadth of disciplines that economics can cover, alongside high-level, discipline-specific knowledge in economics.

How can I contact UWA for more information about this course?

You can contact UWA's Student Central by phone at 131 UWA (131 892), internationally at (+61 8) 6488 1000, or via the Ask UWA online enquiry service. Student Central is open 8.30am – 5pm AWST, Monday to Friday, and is located at 35 Stirling Highway, Perth, Western Australia 6009.

Is this degree available to international students?

UWA provides an international contact number (+61 8) 6488 1000, indicating the course is available to international students, and prospective international applicants are encouraged to contact Student Central for further information.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

Click "Enquire Now" and tell us a little about yourself. It's free and takes 2 minutes.

Step 02

Submit Documents

Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.

Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $65,000 to $85,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $85,000 to $110,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $110,000 to $150,000 per year

Career Paths

Financial AnalystInvestment Banking AnalystPortfolio ManagerRisk Analyst / Risk ManagerCredit Analyst

Key Skills

Financial modelling and quantitative analysisPortfolio construction and investment managementRisk identification, measurement, and managementCorporate valuation and equity analysisDerivatives pricing and hedging strategies

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