Economics
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Bachelor of Economics
Length
3 years
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
This course aims to give students a thorough grounding in economic theory while developing skills in quantitative analysis and logical thought, giving graduates the tools needed to analyse and solve business problems. Content covers microeconomics (the study of households, firms and markets), macroeconomics (the study of growth, unemployment and inflation) and economic history, as well as the application of economics to policy issues.
Specialisations are available in: business economics, international trade and finance, macroeconomic analysis and policy, microeconomics analysis and policy, and rresource and environmental economics. For more details on these specialisations, use the Handbook link below.
Course structure
Students complete twelve core subjects, eight economics electives, and four general electives.
Subject details
Major areas of study
Business economics, business models and forecasting, international trade and finance, macroeconomic analysis and policy, microeconomic analysis and policy, resource and environmental economics.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
19 950
Scholarships
Applicants who are Australian citizens or who hold permanent humanitarian visas are eligible for a range of University-wide scholarships, including Commonwealth Scholarships. For details please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/future-undergraduatesSelection
Successful completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at undergraduate (EFS5 (60%) UG) level conducted by La Trobe Melbourne; for more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or
TOEFL Paper-based Test: a minimum score of 550 with a score of 5 or better in the Test of Written English; or
TOEFL Computer-based Test: a minimum score of 213 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test: a minimum score of 80 with no individual score less than 20; or
Satisfactory completion of an English language subject at Year 12 or equivalent level. This must have been completed in the last two years and at an academic level acceptable to the University; or
Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
LTM Foundation Studies - 65
Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2011 (indicative only) - NA
International Baccalaureate - 26
GCE A Levels - 8
Hong Kong A Levels - 6
HKDSE - 8,4
Sri Lankan A Levels - CCC
STPM - 8
MICSS (UEC) - 3A 3B
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 65
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 3.5
Sweden Slutbetyg - G
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 60
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8
Thailand (Matayoma 6) - GPA 2.6
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.3
GAOKAO - see: the website
If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's undergraduate program. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
Prerequisites
Mathematics determined to be equivalent to VCE Units 3 & 4 (any) with a study score of 20.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (February and July)
Career opportunities
Graduates have a diverse range of career opportunities in large corporations, government organisations, administration, and the banking and finance industries. Within these organisations, graduates can work in areas such as policy, trade, international economics, development economics, environmental economics, public relations or international relations.
Professional recognition
An appropriate choice of subjects can lead to professional accreditation with the Financial Services Institute of Australasia (FINSIA).