Bachelor of Business (Honours) (Financial Planning) (BS63)

About the course

This honours year in financial planning provides an intensive, research-focused extension to a business degree. You undertake advanced research training and complete a substantial dissertation, supported by research methods and seminar units. The structure is designed for full-time study across two semesters, with coursework in the first semester informing the thesis work that is largely completed in the second. This is an honours qualification in business and financial planning.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for research-informed roles in financial planning and related business areas, with strengths in research design, analysis and evidence-based decision-making. The honours dissertation builds capability for analytical and advisory work, and can support progression to higher degree research pathways. Potential directions include roles in financial advice, wealth management, financial services, policy or industry research settings. This is an honours qualification in business and financial planning.

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)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)