Bachelor of Economics / Science
- Commencing Terms
- Term 1, 2 & 3
- Duration
- 4 Year(s)
- Delivery Mode
- Face-to-face (includes blended)
- Campus
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Kensington
- Codes
- UAC code 424450
- Program code 3563
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2025 Indicative first year full fee
- $12,500*
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2025 Indicative full fee to complete degree
- $50,000*
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2025 Indicative first year full fee
- $55,000*
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2025 Indicative full fee to complete degree
- $244,500*
Fees
Fees
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Internship opportunities
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Industry connections
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Exchange opportunities
- Overview
- Entry requirements
- What will I study?
- Future careers
- How to apply
- Fees & Scholarships
Overview
Combine two powerful degrees from a top-ranking university and be equipped to make fundamental changes in the world. Plus, you’ll attend UNSW Business, the #1 ranked business school in Australia*, leading the way in career impact, quality and reputation.
Economics is an influential social science that explores human behaviour and decision-making. Economists focus on the roles of incentives, resource constraints, laws, customs and institutions. In the Bachelor of Economics at UNSW, you’ll explore how the decisions of institutions and individuals interact to determine innovative outcomes for the economy and society.
In the Bachelor of Science degree, you’ll choose from 27 majors across the physical, natural and human sciences. You’ll have the flexibility to explore the areas of science you’re passionate about and design a distinctive degree to fulfil your goals.
Both courses equip you with highly transferable analytical, logical and critical thinking skills. These skills can be applied across diverse industries and sectors across the globe. At the same time, your unique expertise in your distinct disciplines will open you to outstanding career options. You’ll graduate with the confidence to be ready for a career that makes a difference.
*AFR BOSS 2024 Best Business School Rankings
Key features
Build a degree around your passions and aspirations
University is a time to discover your interests and explore the wide range of opportunities waiting for you after graduation. This double degree allows you to carve out your own unique skill set across science and economics.
As part of your science degree, you’ll choose from 27 majors, giving you the flexibility to tailor your degree to your goals. In your economics degree, you’ll choose from three distinct majors, with the option to combine this with further electives and minors.
Double your employability and multiply your opportunities
Combine your interests and gain a competitive advantage in the graduate job market with this globally recognised double degree. By approaching your studies with the added perspective of a second discipline, you’ll develop a richer understanding of your subject matter and graduate with a specialised skill set that will set you apart.
Explore your career possibilities through real-world experiences
Take advantage of our Work Integrated Learning (WIL) and Research Integrated Learning (RIL) opportunities to explore potential career paths. These experiences allow you to apply your skills in a professional context and learn alongside world-leading academics. The Bachelor of Economics offers opportunities for internships, group consulting projects and global practicums. On the science side, you’ll have for-credit work placements and research internships.
Increase your career prospects through industry connections
UNSW Economics graduates are keenly sought after by policymakers at all levels of government, private sector employers, not-for-profits, and international organisations. You’ll benefit from strong industry connections with exclusive access to our Career Accelerator program, mentoring and internship opportunities, and diverse student-led societies.
Why study this degree at UNSW?
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Entry requirements
Entry to this degree is based on your Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) or an equivalent rank derived from the following:
- Australian interstate Year 12 qualifications (e.g., OP rank)
- New Zealand NCEA Level 3
- Equivalent overseas qualifications e.g., International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma, GCE A-Levels
- Post-secondary or tertiary qualifications
- An alternative entry qualification
Assumed knowledge
Mathematics Advanced and Chemistry plus one or more of Biology, Earth & Environmental Science, Physics or Mathematics Extension 1 (depending on chosen area of study).
Adjustment Factors
We offer a range of adjustment factor schemes that reward students for academic performance and extra-curricular achievements. These schemes also take into account a range of personal and educational disadvantages that may have affected your studies.
HSC Plus
This scheme rewards students who perform well in Year 12 subjects that are relevant to their preferred UNSW degree. You may be awarded up to five points.
Elite Athletes, Performers and Leaders (EAPL)
This program recognises achievements in the areas of sport, academia, leadership and music at an elite level. You may be eligible for up to five points.
Educational Access Scheme (EAS), opens in a new window
Factors such as illness, financial hardship, language difficulties or attending a particular school can mean you don't always get the best possible marks in Years 11 and 12. If one of these situations applies to you, submit an application for the Educational Access Scheme (EAS) via UAC. Eligible students can receive between 1 and 10 points towards their chosen UNSW degree.
Admission pathways
Your ATAR is not the only measure of your potential to succeed, which is why we offer a range of pathways into university. Explore your options below and get in touch with our Future Student Advisers to discuss your path to UNSW.
Gateway Admission Pathway
This scheme is open to students who attend Gateway schools, live in a low-socioeconomic area based on IRSAD and IEO indexes of SEIFA criteria, or are an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander person. It adjusts the ATAR requirements for your preferred UNSW degree and provides early offers and early conditional offers to UNSW.
Entry programs for Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
We offer entry programs for Indigenous Australians, including the Indigenous Preparatory Programs and the Indigenous Admission Scheme (IAS). The entry pathway program you apply for will depend on the degree you want to study.
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If you’re completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.
If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College’s Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
For more details, visit the English Language Requirements page.
International direct entry
| Qualifications | Direct entry requirement |
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International ATAR
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86.0
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| UNSW Foundation Studies GPA |
7.6
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Great Britain General Certificate of Education (GCE A levels)
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12.0
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International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)
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32.0
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Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) (after 2016)
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1220.0
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We do not accept secondary qualifications from this country. We may accept tertiary study results, please contact us for more information.
Please contact us for direct entry requirements.
Admission pathways
If you do not meet the requirements for direct entry into your chosen degree, you may be eligible for a pathway program with UNSW College. UNSW College provides alternative entry options using university-approved content so that you can start your UNSW journey with confidence.
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If English is not your first language, you’ll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College’s Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
For more details, visit the English Language Requirements page.
Check the specific English language requirements for this program
Program structure
The Bachelor of Economics/Bachelor of Science is a double degree that you can complete in four years with full-time study. You’ll complete a minimum of 192 units of credit (UOC) through a combination of core subjects, majors, minors and electives.
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SciConnect is an innovative online system that's integrated across your whole science degree. It will be there to help you settle into university, track your professional development and showcase your skills to future employers. The platform focuses on connecting you with four key areas to help you get the most out of your student experience including orientation, co-curricular opportunities and communities, career development and a graduate portfolio.
SciConnect enables you to shape your university experience and supports you in showcasing your talents to potential employers with a comprehensive impression of who you are, beyond your academic transcript.
Full program structure
Your double degree consists of:
96 units of credit from Economics, including:
- Introductory Business Core course
- Economics Core courses
- Economics electives
- Business electives
- An optional Economics major
96 units of credit from Science, including:
- Five core courses (Introduction to University, Skills in Science, Graduation Portfolio and two employability experience courses)
- At least one Science major
- An optional minor
- Science elective courses (if required)
Majors
Future careers
The explosion of technology and data in the 21st century has propelled the demand for science and technology skills. In Australia, the demand for qualified professionals in STEM is steadily growing, making science one of the most valuable degrees in Australia and abroad.
Combined with economics, your double degree will equip you with transferrable, in-demand skills in analysis, statistics, critical thinking and communication that you can apply in almost any industry. Graduates of both programs are renowned by employers and have successful careers across the private sector, financial and scientific institutions, and government departments.
Explore our study areas below to discover the range of potential career paths available across the fields of economics and science.
Potential careers
- Economics analyst
- Environmental consultant
- Graduate economist
- Management consultant
- Statistical analyst
- Trade commissioner
Honours
Take your Economics studies to the next level with an additional one-year Honours degree, where you'll gain advanced knowledge and research skills in your chosen area of business. You'll have the opportunity to be mentored by top-tier researchers and work on industry relevant projects while undertaking a significant research thesis. Graduate with advanced knowledge, analytical, problem-solving and research skills that are highly sought after in business and government. Learn more about Economics Honours.
How to apply
Applications for undergraduate study from domestic students (Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, Australian permanent humanitarian visa holders and New Zealand citizens) are processed by the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).
Visit the Apply section of the UAC website, opens in a new window and you can nominate up to five degrees in order of preference, with the first being your most desired degree and university.
On-time applications for admission usually close at the end of September each year for Term 1 admission. Late applications can be submitted, but a late fee will apply. For study starting in Term 1, the majority of offers are made in December and January. Visit the UAC website, opens in a new window for key dates for admission outside of Term 1.
Ready to apply?
For most international students, applications are submitted via our Apply Online service. We encourage you to submit your completed application as early as possible to ensure it will be processed in time for your preferred term.
Some high-demand programs with limited places, may have an earlier application deadline or may have an earlier commencement date. For more information visit our international applicant information page.
*If you are an international student studying an Australian qualification, go to the Universities Admission Centre (UAC), opens in a new window for application and UAC key dates. Note: If you are under 18 years of age, you need to make special arrangements. Read more.
Ready to apply?
Fees & Scholarships
Commonwealth Supported Place multiple Student Contribution Bands may apply for this double degree. See single degrees for the applicable fee bands.*The student contribution for a Commonwealth Supported Place is an indication only of the amount payable in Year 1 based on a standard full-time load of 48 credit points (1.0 EFTSL). The actual student contribution you will be liable for depends on your individual program of study and the calendar year in which you enrol. Actual fees are calculated upon enrolment. Student contribution amounts are subject to annual review by the University and may increase each year during your studies (subject to caps determined by the Australian Government), effective at the start of each calendar year. The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated average and are for tuition only other fees and charges are not included.
*Fees are subject to annual review by the University and may increase annually, with the new fees effective from the start of each calendar year. The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated average and are for tuition only, other fees and charges are not included. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year to enrol, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (8 courses per year).
Indicative fees are a guide for comparison only based on current conditions and available data. You should not rely on indicative fees. More information on fees can be found at the UNSW fees website.
Indicative fees to complete the program have been calculated based on a percentage increase for every year of the program. Fee increases are assessed annually and may exceed the indicative figures listed here.
Indicative fees to complete the program include tuition plus an estimate of study-related costs of approximately $1,000 per year. To find out more about other costs, visit UNSW International.
Scholarships
At UNSW, we award over $83 million in scholarships each year. We pride ourselves on rewarding excellence and making university accessible to students from all walks of life. Whether you’re a domestic or international student, our range of scholarships, prizes and awards can support your journey.
QS World University Rankings, 2025
AFR Top 100 Future Leaders Award, 2020-2024
#1 Australian uni attended by start-up founders
The learning culture at UNSW, which challenges the status quo, helped set me apart from others.
