Bachelor of Economics and Finance

Overview

The Bachelor of Economics and Finance degree is a program for high achievers who wish to become professionals in the areas of economics and finance. The program involves the study of theory, policies, practices and institutions of both the domestic and global economy at both the micro and macro levels. As a graduate you will be able to identify and apply the tools of analysis to a wide range of economic issues, including the behaviour of consumers and firms, the labour market, the environment, fiscal and monetary policy, and international trade. You will also develop expertise in the ways individuals, businesses and other organisations raise, allocate and use money.

The program involves compulsory core subjects in first year, plus the completion of a 48-credit point major in Economics (or Finance) and at least one 24-credit point minor in Finance (or Economics). You can elect to complete two majors, or one major and two minors. If you elect to complete only the requisite major and minor you will be able to undertake at least 24 credit points of elective subjects from any Faculty in the University. The experience culminates in the exciting applied research project capstone subject. This is an experiential learning opportunity which offers options that may include an overseas fieldtrip, workplace based project, or more traditional research based project. In selected years a number of the highest performing students will be invited to participate in a special field trip to the New York, Chicago and London stock exchanges or another overseas location.

Applicants should contact the individual Education Centres for information regarding subject availability.

Entry Requirements

Academic requirements and English requirements are available from the Course Finder.

Course Learning Outcomes

Students graduating from the Bachelor of Economics and Finance will be able to:

1. Explain the economic behaviour of households and firms, the interconnection between various sectors of the modern macro economy, with particular focus on financial decision making, and the workings of financial institutions.
2. Effectively communicate orally and in writing.
3. Formulate rigorous economic arguments in a variety of contexts including, but not limited to, financial contexts.
4. Demonstrate sound and skilful professional judgement in their economic and financial decision making.
5. Effectively work with others in a variety of economic and financial contexts.
6. Use relevant technology for professional purposes.
7. Demonstrate independent learning.
8. Conduct a research project related to economics or finance.

Course STRUCTURE

To qualify for award of the degree of Bachelor of Economics and Finance a candidate must complete a total of at least 144 credit points, comprising 72 credit points of core subjects along with completion of one of the major/minor study options listed below totaling at least 72 credit points. 

# ECON 240 may count towards both the Economics and Finance Major study options, hence reducing the total credit points completed for a double Economics/ Finance major by 6 credit points.

* Students may choose to complete an additional minor study option from the minors listed below, or Faculty of Business minor options, or up to 24 credit points of elective subjects from the General Schedule.

No more than 60 credit points shall be for 100-level subjects.

Note: ACCY200, FIN 222, ECON240 and ECON331 can be counted towards an Economics or Finance major or minor where specified in the core or elective subjects of that major or minor.

Majors

Economics

Finance

Minors

Minors in the areas of Economics and Finance include:

• Economics
• International Economics
• Finance

All other Faculty of Business minor study areas include:

• Accountancy
• Business Information Systems
• Business Law
• Human Resource Management
• International Business
• Management; Marketing
• Public Relations
• Supply Chain Management

Further information on minor study programs in Business

To satisfy the requirements of a minor study a student shall complete the listed subjects for the minor.

1. A single core first year subject may count towards a minor where approved.
2. A single subject may not count towards a major and minor or towards two minors: double counting is not permitted when completing a minor. Thus completing each minor may require an additional 24 credit points if a single core subject is not included in the minor. Where one (or more) subject(s) is common to a major and a minor or to different minors, the relevant Head of School will designate a replacement subject(s). 

PLEASE NOTE: Subject and session offerings may change prior to the commencement of session. Students are advised to check the latest information available on the Subject Database.

Credit Arrangements

Credit and articulation arrangements are available from the Course Finder. Refer to UOW's credit arrangements for information on how to apply for credit.

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION/ACCREDITATION

The Bachelor of Economics and Finance enables graduates to meet the educational requirements for membership of relevant professional associations. For further information, visit Professional Accreditation and Recognition.

Other Information

Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder
Email: business-enquiries@uow.edu.au