Take your passion and potential to new heights with an advanced double degree at a global top 20 university*. You’ll benefit from hands-on learning experiences, cutting-edge facilities and learn from world-leading academics to prepare you for the jobs of tomorrow.
In this unique double degree, you’ll combine economics with applied advanced skills in science and an Honours research project. You’ll be prepared to discover and drive solutions to the world’s biggest challenges.
Economics is an influential social science that explores human behaviour and decision-making. As an economist, you’ll be equipped to focus on the roles of incentives, resource constraints, laws, customs, and institutions. Through the Bachelor of Economics, you’ll explore how the decisions of institutions and individuals interact to determine outcomes for the economy and society.
The Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) allows you to choose from 24 majors across the physical, natural and human sciences. You’ll have the flexibility to explore the science areas that drive your passion, purpose and potential. Plus, you’ll gain invaluable experience by undertaking a supervised research project in your honours year. Graduate career-ready, confident and fully prepared for an exciting career at the forefront of scientific discovery and innovation.
*QS World University Rankings 2024
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As one of the world’s top 20 universities*, we’re guiding the future leaders of science and economics in Australia and overseas. You’ll study Economics at UNSW Business, Australia's #1 ranked business school.** As part of your Advanced Science (Honours) program, you’ll join a widely respected Faculty of Science with eight study areas ranked in the top 50 globally.^
*QS World University Rankings 2024
**AFR BOSS 2024 Best Business School Rankings
^QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2024
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At UNSW, we balance theoretical and hands-on learning to prepare students to confidently enter the workforce. Our career-ready approach has earned UNSW the title of ‘AFR Most Employable University’ at the 2024 Top100 Future Leaders Awards.
We've built exciting learning and research experiences into both degrees to ensure you have the tools to thrive in your future career. You can join the STEM Career Launchpad – an extra-curricular program that helps you prepare for your career, explore different STEM careers and expand your professional network.
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At UNSW, you’ll join a diverse community of students, academics and professionals who are transforming ideas into impact. From peer mentoring and student support services to the 300+ clubs and societies across UNSW, you’ll connect with open-minded students whose perspectives will expand your worldview.
You’ll build up your professional identity through SciConnect – an innovative online system that helps you settle into university, track your professional development and showcase your skills to future employers. Plus, you’ll have the chance to take your studies abroad through International Student Exchange. UNSW has over 300 partner universities for students to choose from, as well as global internship opportunities like the eight-week science work placement in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.