Undergraduate

Professional Economics

Professional Economics provides you with a concentrated program of study in economics and is ideal for anyone planning a career as an economic analyst or forecaster.
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Careers and further study

This major opens up a world of future study pathways and career options.

Career Pathways

Employment prospects for economists are strong, and graduates can pursue careers as specialist economists in government and business, or as economic consultants, economic analysts and policy advisers. Graduates have found employment in the Australian and State Treasuries, the Australian Reserve Bank, as well as in economic consultancies and major companies.
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Career Pathways

Employment prospects for economists are strong, and graduates can pursue careers as specialist economists in government and business, or as economic consultants, economic analysts and policy advisers. Graduates have found employment in the Australian and State Treasuries, the Australian Reserve Bank, as well as in economic consultancies and major companies.

Further Study

Students can pursue further studies at honours level or undertake a specialist master’s degree such as the Master of Economics. They can also choose to complete a generalist master’s degree such as the Master of Commerce or (after appropriate work experience) the Master of Business Administration.
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Further Study

Students can pursue further studies at honours level or undertake a specialist master’s degree such as the Master of Economics. They can also choose to complete a generalist master’s degree such as the Master of Commerce or (after appropriate work experience) the Master of Business Administration.
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Academic

Conduct research and teach university students in an area of specialisation.

Analyst

Use your skills to define software requirements, identify specifications and guide program design and development.

Business Administration Manager

Design and direct corporate, financial, human resource, policy, planning, research and development programs and guidelines within organisations.

Chief Executive

Create, direct and review the programs and operations of organisations, represent constituencies in parliaments and local government authorities.

Corporate Treasurer

Manage corporate funding, liquidity and financial risk associated with the profitable development and operation of an organisation.

Economist

Use your skills to examine spending behaviour, production and distribution of goods, and apply relevant theories to forecast an organisation's economic situation

Financial Broker

Trade commodities and arrange insurance and loans of money on behalf of clients as an independent agent.

Financial Dealer

Conduct financial market transactions on behalf of clients and offer advice on financial matters.

Foreign Affairs and Trade Officer

Develop the policy and operational aspects of Australia's foreign policy and trade interests.

Intelligence Analyst

Collect and analyse data to produce intelligence reports and develop and analyse government and commercial policies for design, implementation and modification.

Management Consultant

Examine organisational structures, methods, systems and procedures to solve organisational problems and streamline efficiency.

Policy and Planning Manager

Direct development of policy advice and strategic planning within government agencies, community not-for-profit organisations or companies.

Program or Project Manager

Coordinate programs, special projects and support services, including management of staff and resources to ensure project completion is on time and within budget.
Postgraduate study at UWA

Master of Economics

Master of Economics

Be at the forefront of economic research and decision making in the government or private sectors.

Fees and scholarships

Learn more about the fees that apply to you for this major. For fee type definitions and further assistance, see the Fee Calculator Help page. You can also search our database for scholarships that are relevant to you or your desired course.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

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Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

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Admission requirements

The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers, mature-age applicants and those with previous tertiary study. If you’re interested in studying this major, find out the admission details below.

Minimum entry requirements

Minimum entry requirements

Below you’ll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).

International Baccalaureate
  • 27
Singapore-Cambridge A-Levels
  • 8
UWA Foundation Programme (UWAFP)
  • 66
Western Australian Universities Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 60
Monash University Foundation Year (MUFY)
  • 270
Trinity College Foundation Program
  • 75
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 80
Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 320
Below you’ll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
International Baccalaureate
  • 27
Singapore-Cambridge A-Levels
  • 8
UWA Foundation Programme (UWAFP)
  • 66
Western Australian Universities Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 60
Monash University Foundation Year (MUFY)
  • 270
Trinity College Foundation Program
  • 75
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 80
Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 320
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Admission requirements

For applicants with recent secondary education, information on admission criteria is available on our entry standards page.

Admission requirements

Bachelor of Commerce

Maths requirement

Prerequisite subjects: Mathematics Applications ATAR with a Mathematics unit completed in your first year.

Recommended subjects: Mathematics Methods ATAR.

Bachelor of Commerce

Maths requirement

English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

English competency

How to apply

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Course details

Economics is at the forefront of public policy and issues such as economic growth, the stability of the economy, regulating financial institutions, resource taxation, financing education and income planning. Through this major you'll learn how complex economic developments can be understood in terms of a set of simple but fundamental principles.

About the course

The Professional Economics major is designed for students seeking to become professional economists and pursue careers as specialist economists in government and business, economic consultants, economic analysts and policy advisers.
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About the course

The Professional Economics major is designed for students seeking to become professional economists and pursue careers as specialist economists in government and business, economic consultants, economic analysts and policy advisers.

Through this major you’ll learn how apparently complex economic developments can be understood in terms of a set of simple but fundamental principles, such as the theory of choice. This economic approach can be applied to understanding topics as diverse as the economics of climate change, the valuation of currencies and other assets, the fairness of international trade, and the costs and benefits of different economic policies.

This double major provides you with the depth of knowledge and skills required to become a professional economist or pursue economic studies at PhD level. You’ll study microeconomic and macroeconomic frameworks to analyse economic problems, and produce and communicate economic research for fellow economists, business professionals and policymakers. You’ll also develop the capacity to analyse economic issues pertaining to domestic and world economies.

Economics is at the forefront of public policy issues such as economic growth, the stability of the economy, regulating financial institutions, resource taxation, financing education and retirement income planning. Our teachers and researchers come from many countries, were trained in some of the best universities in the world and are known internationally for the quality of their work.


Professional Economics

Quick details

Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Albany (Regional campus)
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • 12-15 contact hours, plus at least twice as much of your own study time
Level of study
  • Undergraduate
Course Code
  • MJD-ECNPF
Full time/part time duration
  • 3 years (BCom); 4 years (BPhil [Hons])
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Professional Economics

Quick details

Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Albany (Regional campus)
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • 12-15 contact hours, plus at least twice as much of your own study time
Level of study
  • Undergraduate
Course Code
  • MJD-ECNPF
Full time/part time duration
  • 3 years (BCom); 4 years (BPhil [Hons])
TISC Codes
  • UWCOM
Degrees course is available in
  • Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours)
Faculty
  • Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Education - Business

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The facilities at UWA are excellent and the staff – both teachers and administration – have always been easy to approach and kind. The Business School has been outstanding for advertising and offering internship and graduate roles and showing me what directions my career could take.

I enjoy Economics because it will always be applicable and it has a range of avenues to study and explore. The most valuable thing I have gained from the course is the application of the theories I learnt in the real world. 

The most valuable thing I have gained from this major is the application of the theories I learnt to the real world. I enjoy economics because it will always be applicable and has a range of avenues to study and explore.

 

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Put theory into practice

Current UWA students are eligible to take one of our professional experience units. These units bridge the gap between university and the workplace by providing opportunities to gain hands-on, practical experience. You can master new skills, make connections and network, get a taste of the opportunities in the workforce and add experience to your resume, all before graduating.

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Put theory into practice

PROFESSIONAL ECONOMICS

Outcomes

Students will learn to:

  • Employ the framework of micro and macro economics to rationally analyse general economic problems and arrive at analytically sound conclusions
  • Interpret and undertake quantitative economic research
  • Identify and critically reflect on landmark events in Australia's economic history and in the rise of the global economy
  • Undertake specific economic research that critically evaluates theoretical and/or applied issues in the area of economics
  • Communicate the results of economic research to fellow economists as well as to a range of potential stakeholders including other business professionals, policymakers in government and the public at large
  • Achieve the preceding objectives irrespective of whether they are working as an individual analyst or as a member of a team of professionals
  • Demonstrate an awareness of, and sensitivity to, the personal, social, ethnic and/or international backgrounds of other team members as well as stakeholders
PROFESSIONAL ECONOMICS

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The state-of-the-art Business School building includes lecture theatres, case study rooms and break-out areas for group work and individual study. Students also have access to the Common Learning Area and Business School cafe.

Your degree options

This major is only available within the Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) degrees. This major is a double major which means you undertake more units in this area. You are not able to pair this major with any other major.
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