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Bachelor of Economics
B.Ec
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| Location: | North Terrace Campus |
| Duration: | 3 years
(full-time or
part-time equivalent)
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| Degree/Award: | Bachelor |
The study of economics relates to the entire range of activities undertaken by a country’s organisations and focuses on the 'big picture'. Economics courses are primarily concerned with the economic welfare of a country’s population and the management of its public institutions and private business enterprises.
The study of economics at the University of Adelaide will help you understand how a market economy works. It will also help you to develop other important employment skills - critical and logical thinking, evaluation of argument and evidence, knowing where and how to find information, working with initiative and in teams, and communicating effectively both orally and in writing. These are the skills that employers constantly seek in graduates.
The typical Bachelor of Economics program combines a major in economics with a selection of elective courses. Half of the courses are in economics including economic principles, applied economics, statistics and economic history. Electives can be additional economics courses, including in the areas of environmental economics, international trade and development economics, and commerce courses such as marketing or management. Students can also choose courses from other disciplines, for example, geography, history, languages, philosophy, politics, applied or pure mathematics, science and computer science.
The typical Bachelor of Economics (BEc) program combines a major in economics with a selection of elective or optional courses. Half of the courses undertaken in the BEc are in economics (or more if preferred), including economic principles, applied economics, and statistics. The electives, or options, can be additional economics courses, such as environmental economics, international trade or development economics. Economics students can also choose courses from other disciplines, for example, finance, geography, history, languages, marketing, management, philosophy, politics, applied or pure mathematics, science and computer science. Subject to quota restrictions economics students may take courses offered by the School of Commerce, leading to professional accounting qualifications. The optional Honours (fourth) year involves the writing of a research report or thesis together with advanced coursework in macroeconomics, microeconomics and econometrics.
The program provides an excellent foundation for a wide range of careers. The degree leads to careers at managerial level in either the private or public sector. It is also the first degree for those who intend to pursue more advanced studies in economics and related fields. Recent graduates have been employed by trading and merchant banks, stockbrokers, insurance companies, manufacturers and distributors and a wide range of federal and state government organisations. Other opportunities include journalism, teaching, foreign affairs and international consulting.
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
I am a:
| 2008 CSP IB | 25 |
| SATAC Code | 314141 |
| 2008 CSP TER | 70.55 |
| HESS group
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General |
| Annual tuition fees
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Commonwealth-supported place: $8,677
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| Mid-year entry? | Yes |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
Not an international applicant?
| International TER | 75 |
| IELTS Total | 6 [more info] |
| Annual tuition fees
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International student place: $22,000 |
| Mid-year entry? | Yes |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
| International TER | 75 |
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IELTS
Total
Reading
Listening
Speaking
Writing
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6
5.5
5.5
6
6
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Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?
| International TER | 75 |
| Annual tuition fees
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International student place: $22,000 |
| Mid-year entry? | Yes |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
As only about half of the Bachelor of Economics program is made up of compulsory courses, it is possible to choose elective courses which will complement a specialisation in a particular area of economics, such as a focus on international or environmental economics.
The study plans
given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description,
see the program rules.
Students who have not completed mathematics to at least SACE Stage 2 Mathematical Studies (or equivalent) must complete Mathematics for Economists I before attempting level II economics core courses. The course assumes no previous study of mathematics and covers topics relevant to economics undergraduates.
| Level I |
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Plus four Level 1 Electives chosen from:
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| Level II |
Plus four Level II Electives from the Economics courses or from other disciplines within the University. |
| Level III |
Plus four Level III Electives from the Economics courses or from other disciplines within the University. |
The Bachelor of Economics is designed primarily as an education for future managers and decision makers in all areas of the economy - private firms, government departments, consultancies and private and public interest groups. Economics graduates are employed by trading and merchant banks, stockbrokers, manufacturers and distributors, insurance companies, and a wide range of government organisations. Other options include journalism, teaching and international consulting.
After completion of an Honours or higher degree, graduates may call themselves a professional economist and usually work for companies, governments, international agencies, or as university lecturers. The Bachelor of Economics is also the first step for those who would like to take more advanced studies in economics and related fields.Market Researcher, Foreign Affairs, Political Advisor, Stockbroker, Business Consultant, Economic Researcher, Economist, Export / Import trade, Government or Corporate Policy Adviser, International Government and Trade Policy Adviser, International Trade or Business Analyst, Journalist, Accountant, Banker, Business Analyst, Business Data Analyst, Commodities or Futures Trader, Consultant, Development Officer, Diplomatic corps, Project Officer, Public Servant, ...
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Last updated: Tuesday, 9 Jun 2009
