Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy, and Economics (Honours)

About the course

This one-year honours degree builds advanced research capability in your Politics, Philosophy and Economics major through high-level coursework and a supervised independent research project. You’ll develop and refine a research topic and complete a substantial thesis, working closely with an academic supervisor. The program is designed for high-achieving graduates and provides a pathway to higher degree by research study. It is an Honours year in economics and related social sciences.

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)