Honours Degree of Bachelor of Economics

An honours degree is a one-year program that builds upon undergraduate study by introducing the challenge of an extended research project.

There are many reasons we encourage graduates to apply for an honours year. You might want to build the necessary foundations for postgraduate research at masters or doctorate levels. You could be seeking answers to economics questions no one else has asked. Perhaps you’re pursuing advanced skills for specialist positions in economics, including in government and business.

What will you do?

Attend regular classes for advanced coursework.
Complete a major research dissertation on a topic of your choice.
Partner with an academic supervisor who’ll support and encourage your progress.
Develop marketable skills in research design, data analysis and project management.

Career Readiness

The Bachelor of Economics is designed primarily as an education for future managers and decision makers in all areas of the economy – private firms, government departments, consultancies and private and public interest groups. Economics graduates are employed by trading and merchant banks, stockbrokers, manufacturers and distributors, insurance companies and a wide range of government organisations. Other options include journalism, teaching and international consulting.

Completion of an Honours degree opens up more options for specialist positions in economics, including in government and business. Honours graduates have also taken the first step towards more advanced studies in the field.

Potential careers

Market Researcher, Banker, Business Analyst, Business Consultant, Commodities or Futures Trader, Political Adviser, Development Officer, Diplomatic corps, Project Officer, Economic Researcher, Economist, Public Servant, Export / Import trade, Foreign Affairs, Stockbroker, Government or Corporate Policy Adviser, International Government and Trade Policy Adviser.

Degree Structure:

During the Honours year, students will write a thesis and undertake coursework.

In Semester 1 there are three core coursework courses in advanced level Macroeconomics, Microeconomics and Econometrics. Students will also choose one Level IV elective.
In Semester 2, students choose one more Level IV elective and will also complete their thesis.

Throughout the year, students are also expected to attend the Honours Workshops.