Economics
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Bachelor of Economics
Length
3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
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
Application
Apply through VTAC for first-semester entry, or to the University for Mid-Year Entry (visit www.latrobe.edu.au/study/apply/midyear).
Fee type
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
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-undergraduatesMiddle Band
Completion of Economics facilitates an additional aggregate point. Performance in prerequisite studies and Business Studies (any) is also considered.
Selection
ATAR n/a (2011)
Non-Year 12 selection may involve: ENTER/ATAR, Pi form, GPA, STAT Multiple Choice.
Extra requirements
Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Pi form if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application.
Prerequisites
VCE Units 3 & 4: study score of at least 25 in English (ESL) or 20 in any other English and 20 in Mathematics (any).
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Career opportunities
Graduates are likely to find diverse career opportunities in large corporations, government organisations, administration, and the banking and finance industries. Within these organisations, they can work in areas such as policy, trade, international economics, development economics, environmental economics, public relations or international relations.
Professional recognition
The appropriate choice of subjects can lead to membership of the Financial Services Institute of Australasia (FINSIA).
Contact information
Faculty of Law and Management
Visit the Faculty website