Economics is central to understanding issues relating to business, markets, trade, governments, globalisation, health, development, and the environment.
This major is for anyone with an interest in becoming an analyst, adviser, or economist in either the public or private sector.
You'll undertake advanced-level coursework in microeconomics or macroeconomics, including econometrics.
When you graduate, you could start a career as an analyst, adviser or economist in the public and private sectors, whether in business, finance, international development, management or research.
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Economics, policy and social analyst
- Public policy adviser
- Public policy researcher
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National Indigenous Business Summer School in Winter
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How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Online study
- Research experience
- Workshops
What you'll study
At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'.
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