StudyQA — Bachelor: Economics — University of New England

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Description

UNE's Bachelor of Economics is a versatile and relevant business and professional qualification. The world's economies, living standards, commercial and political systems are all at the heart of economics. Through the study of economics, you will gain insights into the issues that are important for understanding the way the world works, as well as for careers in business and government. Our degree is designed to develop your analytical skills of both quantitative and policy-based economic issues - practical skills and knowledge that can be then adapted to a range of careers. UNE graduates enjoy a strong reputation and hold key positions across both the public and private sectors.

Career Opportunities

Examples include positions in federal and state public services as policy officers, analysts, economic modelers, advisers, trade and industry officers; private sector positions in financial management, forecasting, banking and insurance; international positions with agencies such as the World Bank, the United Nations and agribusiness firms.

Detailed Course Facts

Application deadline You are advised to apply as early as possible Tuition fee

EUR 11070 Year (National)
EUR 11070 Year (International)

Start date February,June,October 2015 Credits 144
Duration full-time 36 months Languages Take an IELTS test

English

Delivery mode Online Educational variant Part-time, Full-time Intensity Flexible Attendance No Attendance Teacher support Continuous support with feedback on request

Course Content

Course Aims

The study of economics provides a rigorous analytical framework for understanding the workings of the economy. This course integrates theories, data and models to analyse economic issues. Graduates of this course possess in-depth knowledge on real-world problems not only affecting individual household and business, but also the national government and international organisations. This course offers core units that introduce students to the key principles of economics. These units are essential to the understanding of the microeconomic decisions of individual household and business and the macroeconomic policy of the government. Students will complete a major in applied economics, economics, economic development, or environmental analysis and policy. It is possible to form a second major from your elective units.

This course provides a broad and flexible educational preparation for a range of professional, business-related careers in private and public enterprises. The range of career options depends on the major chosen, but given we offer a number of majors, students will be able to explore several career paths. Our recent graduates have held key positions in commercial and investment banks, economic advisors to the government, and management trainee across a range of industries.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

demonstrate understanding and application of economic concepts and processes and be able to contribute to economic policy formulation and discussions;

demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills;

understand, analyse and use quantitative data to assist in making economic, business and policy decisions;

prepare coherent written statements and make oral presentations;

demonstrate an understanding of the global economic environment in which business and governments operate; and

understand the social and ethical issues in relation to their particular disciplinary areas.

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6 TOEFL iBT® test : 79

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

take an IELTS test. More About IELTS

Requirements

For direct admission into undergraduate courses offered by the University of New England, international applicants must have completed an educational qualification considered to be at least equivalent to completion of Year 12 in Australia.

A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy).

Assumed knowledge is any two units of English plus Mathematics.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

Academic Excellence Scholarship
"The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."
Alumni Study Travel Fund
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Amsterdam Merit Scholarships
The University of Amsterdam aims to attract the world’s brightest students to its international classrooms. Outstanding students from outside the European Economic Area can apply for an Amsterdam Merit Scholarship.

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than University of New England.