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Australia’s fourth oldest university, the University of Tasmania, is highly regarded internationally for teaching and academic excellence. The university offers more than 100 undergraduate degrees and more than 50 postgraduate programs across a range of disciplines. The university offers students a diverse range of opportunities, the chance to learn from leading experts, and excellent preparation for their future careers.
QS RANKING 2021
19
Times Higher Education Ranking 2021
25
Degree structure
Degree details
Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:
- Possess theoretical and practical knowledge of Economics, and the ability to use data to address economic problems
- Communicate economic reasoning, present economic knowledge, ideas and empirical evidence both orally and in written form
- Evaluate economic problems and assess policy issues, using basic economic techniques
- Collaboratively interact with peers to reflect on the potential differential impacts of economic policies across local, national or international economies
- Reflect on the ethical propositions in economics
Good economic management helps improve the overall living standards of a society, so a Bachelor of Economics is a sought-after qualification, and highly respected by employers.
A depth of understanding in a particular discipline allows you to pursue a focused career, but an economics qualification also provides an excellent generalist degree for many graduate positions. Irrespective of your chosen career path a knowledge of economics gives you a competitive advantage.
As well as understanding the fundamentals of economics, you’ll develop workplace skills such as critical thinking, strategic analysis and measured decision-making.
As a Bachelor of Economics graduate, you will have access to a diverse range of career opportunities. These include:
- Administration
- Central banking
- Commercial consulting
- Commercial banking
- Local government
- Management
- Market research
- Merchant banking
- Political advisory and research roles
- Stockbroking
- Teaching
Professional recognition
There are no professional bodies in the economics discipline. While undertaking the Bachelor of Economics degree, students can apply to become special members of the Economics Society of Australia.
Students completing a Bachelor of Economics with a Finance major meet the academic entry requirements to seek membership of the Australian Institute of Banking and Finance.
Higher education
- Completed UTAS University Preparation Program or an equivalent enabling program offered by another Australian University; OR
- Completed course at Diploma level or above at any Australian higher education provider (or equivalent overseas qualification); OR
- Partially completed a course at Associate Degree level or higher at any Australian higher education provider (or have partially completed an equivalent overseas qualification).
Applicant must have completed the equivalent of at least two units of study (equivalent to 25 UTAS credit points). If an applicant has failed any units, the application may be subject to further review before an offer is made.
Secondary education
This course uses ATAR and equivalent ranks as part of the admission process.
VET studies
Completed Certificate IV or above. Applications on the basis of work or life experience.
With a Bachelor of Economics, you will develop a detailed understanding of how decisions are made by individuals, firms, and governments through analysis of micro and macro economic environments for business and the broader community.
Recommended Study Pattern
For students undertaking full-time study the following study pattern is recommended. If students are undertaking part-time study, we recommend that students complete all first year compulsory subjects prior to completing elective subjects to maximise success.
- Year 1. 8 subjects in first year including:
- 4 core subjects:
- TAS-BEA106 Introduction to Behavioural Economics
- TAS-BEA111 Introduction to Markets and the Economy
- TAS-BEA121 Economic Policy in Action
- TAS-BEA140 Data Analysis for Business
- 4 UTAS electives
- 4 core subjects:
- Year 2. 8 subjects in second year including:
- 4 core subjects:
- TAS-BEA200 Public Policy and Welfare
- TAS-BEA206 Evaluating Alternatives
- TAS-BEA220 Growth and Development
- TAS-BEA242 Introduction to Econometrics
- 4 UTAS electives
- 4 core subjects:
- Year 3. 8 subjects in third year including:
- A choice between 2 majors:
- Society and Environment
- Industry, Policy and Business Strategy
- 4 UTAS electives
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You can apply direct through Open Universities Australia.
Once you've checked your eligibility, apply and enrol for this degree following the steps. This degree also allows you to get started with Open access.
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You can apply for the full degree or if you want to start with Open access, enrol into the subjects using the “Single subjects” option.
You can apply for the degree later and the subjects may be credited towards the degree.
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Open access
This degree offers Open access entry, exclusive to Open Universities Australia.
There’s more than one way to get a degree. Open access allows you to start with single subjects as a way into eligible degrees, regardless of your study history.
Enrol into and complete the required Open access subjects to earn entry in this degree. Most subjects have no entry requirements, are fully government funded (if you’re eligible) and may be credited when you start the degree.
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