collageIf you’re creative, passionate and a problem solver, our enhanced Arts degree could be for you.
Choose a study plan that aligns with your own interests. Find your passion and select from 27 majors. Discover opportunities for internships and overseas study. Challenge yourself.
Our future depends on people who can challenge traditional thinking and find creative solutions for problems. That’s what you’ll learn to do in the Bachelor of Arts. With 27 majors to choose from, you can tailor your study to your own interests.
We’ve redesigned the Bachelor of Arts so you can get the most out of this program. Step outside the classroom and get real world experience with an internship. Travel overseas and get credit towards your degree with a study abroad program. Find a meaningful community service project. At Western, you’re not just learning how to make a difference in the world. You’re doing it.
Our new delivery mode combines traditional classroom learning with 24-hour access to program materials online. This gives you greater flexibility and more time to discuss ideas and collaborate in class.
Depending on your major, there are opportunities for practical experience and international placements. We’ve also got state-of-the-art facilities like our own recording studio, multimedia labs and digital suites.
Effective communication and critical thinking skills are valued in all industries. That’s why there are so many career pathways in this program. Communication and media, education, psychology, social policy, writing and publishing are just some of the career opportunities our graduates pursue.
Subject areas
The Bachelor of Economics requires you to complete a core major from one of the following areas:
- Econometrics (Major)
- Econometrics (Minor)
- Economics (Major)
- Economics (Minor)
- Economics (major in Econometrics) (Program)
- Economics (major in Economics) (Program)
- Economics (major in Environmental, Agricultural and Resource Economics) (Program)
- Economics (major in Financial Economics) (Program)
- Environmental, Agricultural and Resource Economics (Major)
- Environmental, Agricultural and Resource Economics (Minor)
- Financial Economics (Major)
- Financial Economics (Minor)
Shared pool
- Accounting (Major)
- Accounting (Minor)
- American Studies (Major)
- American Studies (Minor)
- Anatomy and Histology (Major)
- Anatomy and Histology (Minor)
- Ancient Greek (Major)
- Ancient Greek (Minor)
- Ancient History (Major)
- Ancient History (Minor)
- Animal Health, Disease and Welfare (Major)
Admission criteria
Admission to this course is on the basis of the following criteria:
- a secondary education qualification such as the NSW Higher School Certificate (including national and international equivalents), or approved higher education study, including approved preparation courses.
- English languagerequirements where these are not demonstrated by sufficient qualifications taught in English.
Admission pathways are open to domestic applicants on the basis of equity or other adjustment factors, including for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. For details, visit admission pathways.
Prerequisites
This course has a mathematics course prerequisite. For details on the prerequisite, and how it applies to you, visit: Mathematics course prerequisites.
Credit for previous study
If you’ve already completed university-level or equivalent subjects, you may be able to apply for credit for previous study.
Course opportunities
The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences offers exchange to all students. Students can spend up to one year on international exchange.
Option to combine with
- Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Advanced StudiesCombined course
- Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of LawsCombined course
Careers & future study
Career Pathways
Our graduates can be found in a broad range of careers and roles, including:
- Accountant
- Banker
- Business consultant
- Business information systems analyst
- Economic analyst, economist
- Financial manager
- Human resource manager
- Industrial relations specialist
- Researcher
- Social policy adviser
Bachelor of Economics
These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to) the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2014 (the ‘Coursework Rule’), the Coursework Policy 2014, the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney (Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty and Plagiarism. Up to date versions of all such documents are available from the Policy Register: http://www.sydney.edu.au/policies.
| About this course | |
|---|---|
| Duration | 3 Years |
| Level | Bachelors Program |
Course Description
- This three-year degree is one of the leading undergraduate economics programs in Australia
- This program provides undergraduate training in theoretical and applied aspects of modern economics, econometrics and financial economics
- The Bachelor of Economics degree provides the students with a comprehensive understanding of the overall context of business and government, and the high-level technical skills to analyse economic and social data and event
- Graduates will be equipped with key capabilities to develop an economic and social policy for those who want to work in fields such as financial markets, business, banking, and consulting in both the private and public sectors
Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Economics
These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to) the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2014 (the ‘Coursework Rule’), the Coursework Policy 2014, the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney (Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty and Plagiarism. Up to date versions of all such documents are available from the Policy Register: http://www.sydney.edu.au/policies.
Course resolutions
1 Course codes
| Code | Course title |
|---|---|
| BPARTECN1000 | Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Economics |
2 Attendance pattern
The attendance pattern for this course is full time or part time according to candidate choice.
3 Admission to candidature
Admission to this course is on the basis of a secondary school leaving qualification such as the NSW Higher School Certificate (including national and international equivalents), tertiary study or an approved preparation program. English language requirements must be met where these are not demonstrated by sufficient qualifications taught in English. Special admission pathways are open for mature aged applicants who do not possess a school leaving qualification, educationally disadvantaged applicants and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Applicants are ranked by merit and offers for available places are issued according to the ranking. Details of admission policies are found in the Coursework Rule.
4 Requirements for the award
(1)The units of study that may be taken for the course are set out in Table A from the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences and in the table of undergraduate units of study: University of Sydney Business School and in the Faculty of Science Table 1(Psychology).(2)To qualify for the award of the pass degree, a candidate must complete 192 credit points and three majors, comprising of:either(a)one major from the School of Economics (Economics, Econometrics, Financial Economics, Agricultural Economics or Environmental and Resource Economics), and(b)two additional majors from Table A where no more than one is chosen from School of Economics majors;or(c)one major from the School of Economics (Economics, Econometrics, Financial Economics, Agricultural Economics or Environmental and Resource Economics), one additional major from Table A, and one major from the following:(i)Accounting(ii)Business Analytics(iii)Business Information Systems(iv)Commercial Law(v)Finance(vi)Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management(vii)International Business(viii)Management(ix)Marketing(x)Psychology(3)Elective units of study selected from any of the majors, and ensuring:(a)no more than 60 credit points in junior units of study(b)96 credit points of units of study from the School of Economics or the School of Economics and the Business School
7 Majors
Completion of a minimum of three majors is a requirement of the course. The majors available are listed in Table A of the Resolutions of the Faculty and may also include the following majors from the Business School and the Faculty of Science subject to section (6):(a)Accounting(b)Business Analytics(c)Business Information Systems(d)Commercial Law(e)Finance(f)Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management(g)International Business(h)Management(i)Marketing(j)Psychology(2)Units of Study counted towards one major may not count toward any other major completed.
8 Requirements for the Honours Degree
Honours is available to meritorious candidate, in either or both the Bachelor of Arts or the Bachelor of Economics.(1)Admission and award requirements for honours in the Bachelor of Economics and the Bachelor of Arts are listed in the resolutions of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.
9 Award of the degree
(1)Candidates will be awarded a separate testamur for each degree completed.(2)The Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Economics are awarded as either Pass or Honours. The honours degree is awarded in classes ranging from First Class to Third Class according to the rules specified in the Resolutions of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences(3)Candidates for the award of the Honours degree who do not meet the requirements, and who have not already graduated, will be awarded the pass degree.
10 Course transfer
A candidate may abandon the combined course program and elect to complete either the Bachelor of Arts or the Bachelor of Economics in accordance with the resolutions governing that degree. Completion of the abandoned degree in the future will require a new application for admission to candidature for that course and completion in accordance with the resolutions governing that degree.
11 Transitional provisions
These resolutions apply to students who commence their candidature after 1 January, 2015
| Fees components | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition & fees | INR 27,12,480 |
Other expenses in 1st year
| Fees components | Amount |
|---|---|
| Hostel & Meals | INR 6,17,089 |
| Insurance | INR 29,894 |
| Student Services and Amenities Fee | INR 17,123 |
| Personal Expenses | INR 4,40,778 |
| Total | INR 11,04,884 |
Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 AUD = INR 56.51|
Entry Requirements
| Entry requirements for this course | |
|---|---|
| Class 12th | 85%Applicants must have any one of the following: CBSE – Total of the best four externally examined subjects is 14.5 (where A1=5, A2=4.5, B1=3.5, B2=3, C1=2, C2=1.5, D1=1, D2=0.5)Indian School Certificate – The required score is 88, the average of the best four subjects, including English Indian Higher Secondary School Certificate – The total score is 85, the average of the best five academic subjects in the Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal. The requirement is higher for other statesAssumed knowledge: Mathematics |
| Exams | TOEFL : 96With a minimum result of 17 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and 19 in WritingIELTS : 7With a minimum result of 6.0 in each bandPTE : 68With a minimum result of 54 in each band |
| Additional info | Students can demonstrate proficiency through a record of satisfactory achievement in:a completed and recognized secondary education (high school) qualification undertaken in English, such as the Cambridge GCE Advanced Levels and International Baccalaureate diploma, ora completed and recognized foundation/preparation program with the required grades in relevant English subjects orat least one year of full-time study (or part-time equivalent) in a recognized bachelor’s degree or other approved higher education qualifications, where the instruction for your studies (teaching, assessment, and examination) was entirely in English in approved countries and/or institutions, assessed on a case-by-case basis by the University |
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