Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (Honours)

Explore global policy challenges and get ready for a leadership career in business, politics, the NGO sector or academia.

This program combines studies in history, society, politics, philosophy and economics — all important for careers in public life.

You'll study with other motivated and high-achieving students to examine current and future global challenges and the world’s most pressing problems.

You'll be taught by teachers who have received a substantial share of Australia’s honours, competitive research grants and fellowships.

With your finely tuned research, analytical and problem-solving skills, you'll be prepared for analytical and decision-making roles across the public, private and not-for-profit sectors.

GCE A and AS Levels

`A¿ Levels for locations including: Bahamas, Bangladesh, Brunei, Cameroon, Falkland Islands, Gambia, Ghana, Gibraltar, Hong Kong (SAR), Ireland, Kenya, Liberia, Macau, Malawi, Malta, Mauritius, Namibia, Nigeria, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Uganda, United Kingdom, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Aggregate of best 3 (or 2) A Level subjects or a combination of A and AS Level subjects equivalent to 3 (or 2) A Level subjects. A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 and AS Levels count for half of these scores.

International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)

International Baccalaureate Diploma QTAC Schedule 2023-24. Schedule Code S1716

USA Composite ACT (Score 36 Scale)

The United States of America College Board Composite ACT Score 36 Scale. QTAC Schedule 2023-24. QTAC Schedule Code: S5040

Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations

The United States of America Advanced Placements (APs) issued by the College Board; an aggregate of a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 4 AP results, where A=5, B=4, C=3 (Pass), D=2, E=1. Completion of the equivalent of a recognised school leaving certificate is also required.

USA Composite SAT-I Score(Since March 2016)

Total of SAT-I: Evidence-Based Reading and Writing and SAT-I: Mathematics. Completion of the equivalent of a recognised school leaving certificate is also required.

None of the above

Undergraduate admissions

Study your first university degree, or find a new direction for a career change.

1. Choose your program: Find a program to match your interests, passions or career goals.
2. Review entry requirements: You need to meet all entry requirements to be considered for an offer.
3. Review admission schemes: Improve your chances of getting in through adjustments and other schemes.
4. Consider your pathway options: If you need help meeting entry requirements, there are pathways available.
5. Review fees and financial support: Understand your study costs and the financial help that's available.
6. Check credit eligibility: You may be eligible for credit for previous university, IB or other study.
7. Submit your application: How to complete and submit your application.
8. Respond to your offer: How you can respond if you receive an offer to study at UQ.
9. Get ready for UQ: Your next steps to get ready to study at UQ.