Bachelor of Economics

About the course

This undergraduate programme builds core and applied knowledge in Economics. Study includes marketing, finance, organisational behaviour, entrepreneurship, and business analytics. The programme introduces business strategy, finance, marketing, and leadership foundations for commercial organisations.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles that apply economic analysis to real-world decisions across public and private sectors. Typical pathways include economist or policy analyst roles in government, banking and finance, market and economic research, and consulting. The course also supports progression to honours, specialist masters study (e.g., Economics or Commerce) and ultimately research degrees. This is a Bachelor degree focused on Economics. Preparing graduates for business analyst, management trainee, marketing, and operations entry-level roles.

Entry requirements

Minimum ATAR 85.

Living Costs in Perth**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,255 - 1,660	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 866 - 1,146
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 243 - 321

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)