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Major

Economics

Bachelor of Advanced Finance and Economics (Honours)
Overview Study details

Economics is central to understanding issues relating to business, markets, trade, governments, globalisation, health, development and the environment.

This major is for anyone with an interest in becoming an analyst, adviser or economist in either the public or private sector.

You'll undertake research in your chosen area of interest and study advanced-level coursework in theoretical and applied microeconomics and macroeconomics, including econometrics.

When you graduate, you could start a career as an analyst, adviser or economist in the public and private sectors, whether in business, finance, international development, management or research.

Highlights

65 in the world for business and economics

Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025

1 in Queensland for economics and econometrics

QS World University Rankings 2025

Career possibilities

Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

  • Economist
  • Investment analyst
  • Economic consultant
  • Policy analyst
  • Research analyst
  • Economic researcher

Average annual salary range

Research Analyst

$95K–$115K

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Average annual salary range

Policy Analyst

$90K–$110K

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Emma Beal.

This program opened many doors for me. I gained a deep understanding of topics I use in my current position daily.

Emma Beal
Graduate, Bachelor of Advanced Finance and Economics (Honours)
Emma Beal.

This program opened many doors for me. I gained a deep understanding of topics I use in my current position daily.

Emma Beal
Graduate, Bachelor of Advanced Finance and Economics (Honours)

How you'll learn

Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.

  • Lectures
  • Tutorials
  • Seminars

What you'll study

At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:

  • Microeconomics for Honours
  • Macroeconomics for Honours
  • Econometrics for Honours
  • Economics Honours Thesis

See courses and program structure

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