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Bachelor of Economics with Bachelor of Finance B.Ec/B.Fin
2009

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Location: North Terrace Campus
Duration: 4 years (full-time or part-time? equivalent)
Degree/Award: Double Degree

Program Outline

The combined program of Economics and Finance integrates the benefits of the more general economics program with the specialisation of finance. By appropriate selection of courses it is possible to complete both programs within four years of full-time study. Students who complete this program are very well placed in the employment market.

Admission Information

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Domestic applicants

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2008 CSP IB 25
SATAC Code 314151
2008 CSP TER 70.55
HESS group ? General
Annual tuition fees ?
Commonwealth-supported place: $8,677
Mid-year entry? Yes
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Selection Criteria ?

Year 12 applicants
You must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study (48 units). You compete for a place with your Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER).
Alternative entry pathways
  • Higher Education applicants
    You must have completed at least half a year full time equivalent university study. A Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for each separate program you have undertaken (apart from some double degree programs where the GPA is combined). You compete on the basis of your best GPA.
  • VET applicants
    You must have completed an AQF Diploma or above. Your application will be ranked according to the level of the award.
  • Special Entry applicants
    You must meet the following criteria: you must be 21 years or over on January 1st of the year that you will be studying*, you must not hold a completed higher education level award, and if you have been enrolled in a course leading to a higher education level award in the last 3 years, you must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study. If you meet this criteria, you will be ranked according to your result in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Your STAT result is weighted such that the verbal component contributes 40% and the quantitative component contributes 60% to your overall score. Personal Competencies (PC) and Employment Experience (EE) statements will not contribute to your rank. *The age restriction is 19 years or over if you have completed either the Flinders Foundation course or the UniSA Foundation Studies program or the UniSA Program for Adult Learners. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Scheme. See Wilto Yerlo for further information.
  • Without formal qualifications?
    You may be eligible for our special access schemes.
Additional Entry Requirements ?
Applicants who wish to be considered for entry on the basis of a completed VET/TAFE Diploma/Advanced Diploma (or overseas equivalent) must submit an official academic transcript and evidence of completion of the VET/TAFE course to the Business School, 10 Pulteney Street, Adelaide SA 5000. Official transcripts for a completed VET/TAFE Diploma/Advanced Diploma must be received by the School no later than the first week of January, 2009. For further details contact the Business School on (08) 8303 4755.

How to Apply ?

SATAC Code: 314151

International applicants

Not an international applicant? ?

International TER 75
IELTS Total 6 [more info]
Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $22,000
Mid-year entry? Yes
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Selection Criteria ?

Equivalent Scores
International TER 75
IELTS
Total
Reading
Listening
Speaking
Writing
6
5.5
5.5
6
6

How to Apply ?

International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results? ?

International TER 75
Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $22,000
Mid-year entry? Yes
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Selection Criteria ?

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Study Plans

The study plans ? given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description, see the program rules.

For students commencing Level 1 in 2008:

Level I
  • ACCTING 1002: Accounting for Decision Makers I 
  • ECON 1008: Business Data Analysis I
  • ECON 1004: Principles of Microeconomics I
  • ECON 1000: Principles of Macroeconomics I
  • ECON 1009: International Financial Institutions & Markets I
  • Semester I Mathematics
  • Semester II Mathematics

Plus one Level I Elective

Level II

(PLEASE NOTE: Course codes below are only applicable from 2009)  

Plus two Level II Electives
Level III

(PLEASE NOTE: Course codes below are only applicable from 2010)  

  • CORPFIN 3021: Portfolio Theory & Management III
  • CORPFIN 3022: Options, Futures and Risk Management OR Financial Modelling Techniques III 

Plus two Level III Finance courses, and
Four Level III Electives

 Level IV
 
  • Four Economics Level III courses 
  • Four Level III electives

Students must complete ONE Economic History course as part of their study program.

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Professional Accreditation

Graduates of the finance degree are entitled to affiliate membership of the nationally-recognised Financial Services Institute of Australia (Finsia).  Full membership of Finsia requires completion of the Institute’s Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance and Investment, progress towards which is greatly facilitated by completion of this degree. 

By undertaking specific courses, graduates can also obtain partial compliance with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission PS146 tier I Compliance, in the areas of generic knowledge derivatives and securities.   

The Bachelor of Finance degree covers material relevant for entry to the Chartered Financial Analysts and Financial Planning Association.

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