Bachelor of Economics

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Technology Sydney

Program Overview

Bachelor of Economics – University of Technology Sydney

The Bachelor of Economics at UTS is a dynamic, future-focused degree that teaches you to think like an economist and act like a problem-solver. If you’re curious about how markets work, how policies shape businesses and communities, and how data can drive real change, this program equips you with practical skills in analysis, strategy, and decision-making—skills that employers truly value.

Curriculum Structure

First Year
Your first year lays the groundwork for your journey as an economist. You’ll explore subjects like Economics for Business, Responsible Evidence-Based Decisions, and Strategic Decision Making and Game Theory, learning how economic thinking shapes business choices and everyday life. Alongside this, you’ll get hands-on with quantitative skills in Quantitative Methods in Economics and Business and Introductory Econometrics, gaining confidence in the tools that analysts use to make sense of real-world data.

Second Year
In your second year, the big ideas start to take shape. Core subjects like Intermediate Microeconomics, Intermediate Macroeconomics, and Empirical Methods for Policy Evaluation help you understand how policies impact people and businesses. You’ll also have the freedom to explore your own interests through electives or a chosen major—whether that’s behavioural economics, deeper quantitative analysis, or another area you’re passionate about.

Third Year
Your final year is all about bringing it together. You’ll complete your core units, tailor your studies with targeted electives, and tackle Economic Policy and Analysis (Capstone). This capstone project is the highlight: it’s your chance to apply everything you’ve learned to real economic challenges, simulating the kind of work you’ll do once you graduate.

Focus Areas
Economic analysis and policy, quantitative methods and econometrics, behavioural economics and decision-making

Learning Outcomes
Graduates leave UTS as analytically sharp, socially aware economists who can interpret data, influence decisions, and contribute meaningfully to business and policy solutions.

Professional Alignment
This degree is closely aligned with industry needs, meaning the skills you develop are directly relevant to careers in government, consulting, finance, and beyond. Graduates step confidently into analyst and advisory roles, ready to make an impact from day one.

Reputation & Employability
UTS is ranked among the world’s top 100 universities in the QS World University Rankings and is recognised for its teaching quality, graduate outcomes, and industry connections. That means your economics degree not only opens doors locally but also carries global credibility, giving you excellent prospects in the job market.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

The Bachelor of Economics at UTS is more than lectures and textbooks — it’s a degree where you’re actively doing economics from the start. You’ll develop real analytical skills by working with tools that economists actually use, tackling subjects like econometrics, behavioural economics, and policy evaluation. Everything you learn comes together in a capstone project where you solve a real policy problem, giving you a taste of what working as an economist really feels like. The course is designed to connect your learning to the real world, with plenty of chances to engage with industry, explore cross-disciplinary challenges, and see how economics works outside the classroom. By the time you graduate, you’ll not only have the knowledge but also the hands-on experience, confidence, and practical mindset employers value.

Here’s how you’ll get that experience:

Capstone in Economic Policy and Analysis: Tackle a genuine policy challenge using the skills you’ve built throughout the degree — it’s your chance to show what you can do.
Integrated internships: Apply economic thinking in real workplaces, gaining experience while you study.
Transdisciplinary projects: Work with industry partners on real-world challenges, building teamwork, problem-solving, and cross-sector insights.
Tailored electives and majors: Choose subjects in areas like policy evaluation, econometrics, or strategic decision-making to focus on the practical skills that fit your career goals.
City campus and industry-connected learning: Learn in a vibrant urban environment with a curriculum shaped by employer and industry feedback, keeping your skills current and relevant.

If you want a degree where you’re learning by doing — not just listening — UTS Economics gives you the tools, opportunities, and support to make that happen.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Progression & Future Opportunities
Graduating from UTS with a Bachelor of Economics opens doors to a wide range of roles where analytical thinking, problem-solving, and economic insight are in high demand. Many graduates move into positions such as economic analyst, policy advisor, financial consultant, or data strategist. The degree equips you not only with technical knowledge but also with a mindset to navigate complex, real-world economic challenges.

Here’s what this means for you:

UTS Careers Services: The UTS Careers team offers tailored career support, internships, networking events, and industry mentoring to help you transition smoothly into the workforce.
Industry Partnerships: UTS Business School maintains strong connections with government bodies, financial institutions, and consulting firms, giving you access to real-world projects and professional networks.
Graduate Outcomes: UTS graduates are highly regarded, and the practical focus of this program ensures you graduate career-ready with skills that are actively sought after.
Accreditation & Recognition: The program is shaped by industry input, ensuring your qualification stays relevant and respected across sectors.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing your Bachelor of Economics, you can pursue postgraduate study at UTS, such as a Master of Economics, Master of Business Administration, or specialist pathways in data analytics, finance, or public policy. These options allow you to deepen your expertise, specialise in your areas of interest, and expand your career opportunities, all while building on the solid analytical foundation you’ve gained in your undergraduate studies.