Bachelor of Economics
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Study Economics at UTS
In our rapidly evolving modern world, both our national and international economies are in a constant state of change. If you're interested in a career in this exciting, widely applicable field, you need a degree that will put you at the cutting edge.
Agile and up-to-date, the UTS Bachelor of Economics has been comprehensively informed by the latest industry trends and shaped by feedback from employers and past students alike to ensure its relevance, applicability and career readiness. With a focus on practical applications, streamlined learning and opportunities to establish valuable niche expertise, this course will give you everything you need to kick-start a successful career in the fascinating world of economics.
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Bachelor of Economics
CODE
UTS: C10348 (version 2)
CRICOS: 086359B
UAC: 601090 (Autumn Session, Spring Session)
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DURATION
3 years full time\ 6 years part time
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COURSE FEES question_mark This indicative tuition fee is an estimate for the entire course, based on full-time study each year. Fees are reviewed annually and may change.
Indicative total tuition fee for government-supported domestic students\ $53,513.00
LOCATION question_mark Our classes are held at our City Campus, or specialist off-campus locations. Some of our courses are delivered via online (distance) learning.
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What you’ll study
This program will shape you into a systemic thinker and analyst extraordinaire. Along with establishing a thorough knowledge of economic fundamentals, such as econometrics and behavioural economics, you'll also build core business capabilities, such as strategic decision-making, business statistics, and policy evaluation.
Learning from the leaders in social justice, you’ll also become the ethical, sustainable, socially conscious leader of tomorrow. Explore the link between economics and social justice, including the impacts of economic policy on equity, equality and sustainable development, and graduate ready to do good in your chosen career.
Subjects at a glance
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Core subjects
| Subject Code | Subject Name |
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| 23115 | Economics for Business |
| 26134 | Responsible Evidence-Based Decisions |
| 23506 | Strategic Decision Making and Game Theory |
| 23566 | Economics for Business 2 |
| 23508 | Quantitative Methods in Economics and Business |
| 23571 | Introductory Econometrics |
| 23567 | Intermediate Microeconomics |
| 23568 | Intermediate Macroeconomics |
| 23509 | Empirical Methods for Policy Evaluation |
| 23005 | Behavioural Economics |
| 23600 | Economic Policy and Analysis (Capstone) |
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Typical course program
The outline below shows an example program for the Bachelor of Economics based on a full-time study load. Please note that your exact program may differ based on your unique circumstances, such as your commencement date, subject selections and recognition of prior learning.
Course structure
- 11 : core Economics subjects
add 2. 3 : Economics electives
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First year
You’ll commence your degree by completing a range of core Economics subjects, establishing a solid foundational understanding of your discipline. You’ll cover topics like business statistics, strategic decision-making, and econometrics and begin shaping your own learning with your choice of options. 2. #### Second year
Building on your previous year, you’ll enhance your knowledge with core studies in macroeconomics, microeconomics and policy evaluation. You’ll continue either your selected major, sub-major or electives, curating your education to meet your personal interest or career goals. 3. #### Third year
You’ll conclude your studies by completing any remaining units in your core, optional, major or elective streams. You’ll also undertake a capstone unit, where you’ll bring together the knowledge and capabilities you’ve developed throughout your degree to analyse economic policy.
First year
You’ll commence your degree by completing a range of core Economics subjects, establishing a solid foundational understanding of your discipline. You’ll cover topics like business statistics, strategic decision-making, and econometrics and begin shaping your own learning with your choice of options.
Second year
Building on your previous year, you’ll enhance your knowledge with core studies in macroeconomics, microeconomics and policy evaluation. You’ll continue either your selected major, sub-major or electives, curating your education to meet your personal interest or career goals.
Third year
You’ll conclude your studies by completing any remaining units in your core, optional, major or elective streams. You’ll also undertake a capstone unit, where you’ll bring together the knowledge and capabilities you’ve developed throughout your degree to analyse economic policy.
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Course highlights
This program will give you acute analytical and quantitative competencies and establish your understanding of how economic policies impact individuals, businesses and society. You'll develop knowledge of micro and macroeconomics, behavioural economics and game theory and grow the skills required to study, create and deploy effective policies.
- check_circle Opportunities for internships
- check_circle Industry partner capstone project
- check_circle Leverage the latest behavioural economics research
Admissions information
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Course description
This course is designed for those seeking to master economic principles and apply them to real-world scenarios. Choose this programme to obtain a robust understanding of how economic policies affect society, businesses and individuals. Its distinctiveness lies in a curriculum that blends traditional economic theories with contemporary approaches and issues such as behavioural economics and environmental problems. You will acquire analytical and quantitative skills, a grasp of micro and macroeconomics, econometrics and game theory.
You can also choose areas of additional specialisation including economic inequality, labour markets, public economics and central banking. The teaching approach is interactive, focusing on the application of economic analysis to policy and business issues, culminating in a capstone subject that brings together major ideas from the program and uses them to address a practical policy challenge.
Students acquire analytical and quantitative skills, a grasp of micro and macroeconomics, econometrics and game theory. They can also choose areas of additional specialisation including economic inequality, labour markets, public economics and central banking. The teaching approach is interactive, focusing on the application of economic analysis to policy and business issues, culminating in a capstone subject that brings together major ideas from the program and uses them to address a practical policy challenge. - ### Important dates
Find out more about application dates relating to this course - ### Year 12 adjustment factor scheme
If you perform highly in your Year 12 subjects, your selection rank may be boosted by the Year 12 subject scheme.
The scheme, which is automatically applied, awards selection rank adjustments to your application based on your marks in subjects that are relevant to the courses you have applied to. - ### ATAR and selection ranks
Your Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is a score between 0.00 and 99.95. It shows you how you rank compared to all the students in your year group in New South Wales. A selection rank combines your ATAR with any other adjustment points that make up your overall university entrance score. Your selection rank may differ from university to university, depending on the adjustment points granted to you at each institution. - ### Scholarships and prizes
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Scholarships for international students - ### Transdisciplinary Electives at UTS
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All you need to do is choose the Elective that inspires you the most.
Transdisciplinary Electives integrate knowledge from multiple disciplines, allowing you to approach complex problems from a range of perspectives.
By combining methods and insights from various disciplines, transdisciplinary learning often leads to breakthrough ideas and creative innovations that may not be possible within the confines of a single discipline.
If you find yourself rapt by the world of innovation – you can pair your core degree with a Diploma in Innovation, graduating with two qualifications in the same timeframe.
In both instances, you’ll work on a real-world challenge presented by an industry partner organisation – partners who often create career pathways for our graduates.
* Excludes students concurrently enrolled in the Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation. - ### Course duration
The course can be completed in a minimum of three years of full-time or six years of part-time study. The attendance pattern may also be a combination of full-time and part-time study.
Full-time study is usually undertaken at the rate of 24 credit points per session. Students who wish to undertake more than the normal full-time load in one session must have their study plan endorsed by the UTS Business School.
Part-time study is usually undertaken at the rate of 12 credit points per session. Part-time students must be prepared to attend one morning or afternoon class during each teaching week. - ### Admission requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
English language requirements
IELTS Academic: overall 6.5, writing 6.0 TOEFL iBT: overall 79, writing 21 UTS College AE5: Pass Pearson PTE: overall 58, writing 50 Cambridge C1A/C2P: overall 176, writing 169 - ### Domestic course fees
2026 Indicative tuition fees for government-supported domestic students
All offers for domestic undergraduate students are for Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP).This means the Australian Government contributes to your education costs, and you pay the remaining tuition fees, known as the student contribution. If eligible, you can defer payment through HECS-HELP, or you can choose to pay your fees upfront each session.
2026 Tuition Fees
Indicative first-year tuition fee: $17,399.00
Indicative total tuition fee: $53,513.00
Additional Costs
Your tuition fees do not include:
- The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF), which supports student services and activities. If eligible, you can defer this fee using SA-HELP.
- Textbooks, materials, and other course-related costs.
- Any applicable payment processing fees (e.g., credit card surcharges).
Important Information
- Fees are shown in Australian Dollars (AUD).
- The indicative tuition fees above are based on full-time study (1 year = 48 credit points).
- Your actual fees depend on the year you enrol, your study load and the subjects you choose. Some subjects fall into different student contribution bands.
- You can calculate your student contribution based on the amounts listed in the student contribution table.
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Inherent requirements
Inherent requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential for successfully completing a course at UTS. You can find the inherent requirements for your course via the inherent requirements directory. - ### Assumed knowledge
Mathematics Advanced and any two units of English.
UTS offers a range of bridging courses for students who do not meet the assumed knowledge requirements. - ### Recognition of prior learning
Students who are enrolled in the Bachelor of Economics and have previously studied at another university or other recognised tertiary educational institution may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if the subjects previously studied are deemed by The UTS Business School to be equivalent to those specified for their course.
Students who have completed a course at a private college are not eligible for any exemptions unless an articulation agreement between the UTS Business School and the college is in place. Details of all arrangements are available via the credit recognition search tool.
For more information about the application process, see How to Apply for Recognition of Prior Learning. - ### Important notes
There are Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available within this course.
This degree can be combined as a double degree with these courses:
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Your future career
As a graduate of the UTS Bachelor of Economics, you'll have an advanced understanding of contemporary economic perspectives and capabilities. Blending your industry-ready skills with your analytical, strategic approach, you'll be the ethical, sustainably-minded professional that's highly sought after by the employers of today.
Armed with these versatile competencies, you'll be fully equipped for a diverse range of careers in a variety of sectors and settings, including private business, government, health, and environmental organisations.
Career options
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