Bachelor of Economics / Science (Advanced Mathematics) (Honours)
Program Overview
This five-year double degree program combines economics and advanced mathematics, equipping graduates with analytical and statistical skills for diverse careers. Students explore economic principles and advanced mathematical modeling, completing a research project in mathematics and tailoring their degree with elective courses. Graduates are highly sought after in STEM occupations, including economics, finance, and research.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview
This double degree combines economics and advanced mathematics, equipping graduates with analytical and statistical skills for diverse careers. Students explore the roles of incentives, constraints, and institutions in shaping economic outcomes and society. Advanced Mathematics complements Economics by providing essential skills for advanced financial and economic modeling.
Objectives
- Develop analytical and statistical skills for advanced financial and economic modeling
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of economics and advanced mathematics
- Complete a research project in Advanced Mathematics
- Explore a variety of major options to tailor the degree to individual goals
Outline:
Program Content
- Economics core courses
- Introductory Business courses
- Economics elective courses or an Economics major
- Business electives
- An Advanced Mathematics major
- Science/ Mathematics core courses
- Science electives
- An Advanced Mathematics honors project
Program Structure
- Five-year full-time (or longer part-time) double degree program
Careers:
Potential Career Paths
- Economist
- Business consultant
- Credit analyst
- Economic forecaster
- Mathematician
- Policy adviser
- Quantitative or statistical analyst
- Wealth management analyst
- Environmental consultant
- Investment banker
- Research scientist
- Laboratory technician
Opportunities
- Employment in STEM occupations has grown by 19.7% in the past five years in Australia.
