Economics is the science of decision-making.
Undertake this advanced major and you'll understand how economics, globalisation, development and sustainability shape the availability of resources in today's societies.
Graduates are highly employable across private and public sectors, agencies, international organisations, consultancies, companies and utilities.
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:
- Agricultural economist
- Energy market analyst
- Applied economist
- Statistician
- Investment analyst
- Economic policy adviser
The best thing about the BA is its flexibility! I began with classes in economics and international relations, which ended up being my passion in the long run. In my opinion, being an all-rounder is beneficial post-uni, as flexibility, adaptability and diverse knowledge in a workplace is an important skill.
The best thing about the BA is its flexibility! I began with classes in economics and international relations, which ended up being my passion in the long run. In my opinion, being an all-rounder is beneficial post-uni, as flexibility, adaptability and diverse knowledge in a workplace is an important skill.
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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:
- Introductory Macroeconomics
- Introductory Microeconomics
- Economics of Business Strategy
- Behavioural and Evolutionary Economics
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