Bachelor of Economics / Science (Advanced Mathematics) (Honours)

University of New South Wales

Australia, Sydney

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University of New South Wales

Australia , Sydney

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

088860F

Credit point

240 Points

Campuses

Kensington

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2025

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 5 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 56,500 / year

Next Intake July-2025

Bachelor of Economics / Science (Advanced Mathematics) (Honours)

About

Top-ranking

UNSW Business School has been ranked Australia's #1 Business School*. We also rank 44th in the world for mathematics, and offer Australia’s largest and highest-ranked school of mathematics & statistics.** Meanwhile, UNSW’s School of Economics ranks in the global top 40 for Economics and Econometrics** and received the top research rating by the ERA in Economic Theory, Applied Economics and Econometrics.

Connect with industry while you study

As part of UNSW Business School, you’ll benefit from exclusive access to our Career Accelerator program, mentoring and internship opportunities, and diverse student-led societies. UNSW Science has over 400 industry and research partners that you can connect with while you study, including Maritime Services, CommBank and SIRCA.

Join our Talented Students Program

You will also have access to UNSW Science’s Talented Students Program (TSP) which gives high-performing students access to cutting-edge, world-class research. Our previous TSP students have written research papers, attended conferences, integrated into research groups, developed peer groups and much more. These opportunities are available from year one of your science degree.

^{**QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024}

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Great Britain General Certificate of Education (GCE A levels)

12.0

All applicants must present a minimum of two Advanced Level (A2) subjects. Entry Scores are calculated from the best two, three, or four A2 Level subjects (excluding repeated subjects) using the following values: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2 and E=1.

International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)

33.0

Entry criteria is based on scores required for entry into UNSW in 2024 and are only applicable if the Diploma has been completed. Students currently attempting the IB Diploma or Bilingual Diploma can apply directly to UNSW or through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).

Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) (after 2016)

1240.0

Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) based on the total of evidence-based reading and writing and mathematical test scores. Must be provided in conjunction with evidence of successful completion of senior secondary studies.

English Program Requirements

You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

If you’re completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.

If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

English language tests and university English courses
Prior study in the medium of English
Other qualifications

If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College’s Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.

For more details, visit the English Language Requirements page.

Career

Future careers

The explosion of technology and data in the 21st century has propelled the demand for science and technology skills and career opportunities for STEM graduates. In Australia, employment in STEM occupations has grown by 19.7% in the past five years. This has made a science degree one of the most valuable degrees in Australia and abroad.

Combined with economics, this double degree equips you with transferrable, in-demand skills in analysis, statistics, critical thinking, economic analysis and communication that can be applied in almost any industry. Graduates of both programs are renowned by employers, and have successful careers across the private sector, financial and scientific institutions, and government departments.

Potential careers

Economist
Business consultant
Credit analyst
Economic forecaster
Mathematician
Policy adviser
Quantitative or statistical analyst
Wealth management analyst
Environmental consultant
Investment banker
Research scientist
Laboratory technician

Honours

Take your Economics studies to the next level with an additional one-year Honours degree, where you'll gain advanced knowledge and research skills in your chosen area of business. You'll have the opportunity to be mentored by top-tier researchers and work on industry relevant projects while undertaking a significant research thesis. Graduate with advanced knowledge, analytical, problem-solving and research skills that are highly sought after in business and government. Learn more about Economics Honours.