Discover more about the influences that have shaped Australia from the past to present day.
You'll learn about the iconic images and identities, the major challenges and issues that make Australian culture and society unique.
Graduates can apply their knowledge in areas including tourism and hospitality, business and enterprise, politics, diplomacy, culture and the arts.
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:
- Corporate travel consultant
- Travel consultant
- Tourism and hospitality manager
- Tourism operations coordinator
- Policy adviser
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13 January - 13 January
Institute of Modern Languages High School Enrichment Program
7 April
International Baccalaureate Research Skills Program
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UQ people
Meet the expert: studying economics with Dr Terence Yeo
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Careers
The UQ graduate forging a successful career in finance
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Study tips
Why you should consider an economics honours degree
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Stories
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Meet the expert: studying economics with Dr Terence Yeo
5-minute read
Careers
The UQ graduate forging a successful career in finance
4-minute read
Study tips
Why you should consider an economics honours degree
4-minute read
How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Overseas study
What you'll study
At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:
- Contemporary Australia
- Australian Popular Culture
- Introduction to Aboriginal Studies
- Australian Literature
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