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About the course
Financial Economics is an undergraduate extended major that explores how money, banking and financial markets operate in Australia and globally. You’ll build economic analysis skills focused on financial systems, market behaviour and policy issues, with an emphasis on applying economic thinking to real-world financial decisions. This is a Bachelor-level economics specialisation at UWA’s Perth (Crawley) campus. The programme introduces business strategy, finance, marketing, and leadership foundations for commercial organisations.
Career outcome
This extended major prepares you for work as an economist or analyst in roles that apply economic and financial market insights. Graduates may pursue careers as economic consultants, economic and financial analysts, or specialist economists across government, business, banking and other financial institutions. Typical employers include treasuries, central banks and consulting firms. This is a Bachelor-level pathway into economics and finance-related careers. Preparing graduates for business analyst, management trainee, marketing, and operations entry-level roles.
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***
