Bachelor of Economics

About the course

The Bachelor of Economics at UNSW Business School builds a strong foundation in microeconomics, macroeconomics and quantitative analysis, with opportunities to apply economic thinking to real-world policy and business problems. You’ll develop analytical and data skills and learn how markets and institutions shape outcomes locally and globally. This is a three-year Bachelor Degree focused on Economics. The programme introduces business strategy, finance, marketing, and leadership foundations for commercial organisations.

Career outcome

Graduates are equipped for professional entry roles in Economics and further postgraduate study. Graduates join management trainee, analyst, marketing, and operations graduate programmes. Preparing graduates for business analyst, management trainee, marketing, and operations entry-level roles.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)