Bachelor of Economics (Honours)

The Bachelor of Economics (Honours) is comprised of both coursework and research. You will complete five honours-level coursework units of study of your choice that extend the knowledge and skills acquired in your undergraduate degree, as well as a substantial independent research project culminating in a thesis of approximately 15,000 words.

The Bachelor of Economics (Honours) has two intake dates: Semester 1 commencing in February and Semester 2 commencing in August. The standard closing date for Semester 1 is 15 January of the commencing year, and for Semester 2 it is 25 June of the commencing year. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply as early as possible, as offers are made on a rolling basis and places are limited.

To apply, you should first contact the Honours Coordinator in the School of Economics by email to seek their support and attach your academic transcripts. You may also need to find a supervisor by contacting the Thesis Coordinator. Once you have gathered supporting documents and evidence of supervisor support, you submit your application through the University's online application portal before the relevant closing date.

Yes, you may need to arrange a supervisor before you apply. You should contact the Thesis Coordinator in the School of Economics for information about honours projects and potential supervisors. It is best to find a supervisor with experience in your topic area, and you should provide evidence of their support with your application.

The Bachelor of Economics (Honours) is designed as your pathway to a career as a professional economist or to pursuing a PhD, equipping you with advanced research and analytical skills in economics.