Bachelors of Economics / Science

About the course

This dual degree combines economic theory and decision-making with scientific training and practical skills. You’ll learn to analyse and model behaviour and apply evidence-based methods across disciplines, developing strong technical, communication and problem-solving capabilities. Graduates are prepared for diverse roles across government, industry and research. This is a Bachelor-level program spanning economics and science. The programme introduces business strategy, finance, marketing, and leadership foundations for commercial organisations.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles that draw on both economic and scientific skills, including analyst, adviser, consultant, economist, scientist or researcher. Opportunities span government, policy, finance, resources, technology, health and environmental sectors where data-driven decisions are valued. The dual qualification supports careers requiring quantitative analysis, critical thinking and interdisciplinary problem solving in economics and science at Bachelor level. Preparing graduates for business analyst, management trainee, marketing, and operations entry-level roles.

Living Costs in Brisbane**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,467 - 1,940	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,073 - 1,419
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 237 - 314

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)