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‘A career in economics was a natural fit for my passion for public and economic policy. Economics is the universal language of decision making and I can see the difference good policy advice makes in shaping the lives of Australians through the work we do at Deloitte Access Economics. The mix of theoretical, technical and very practical skills I gained at QUT was the foundation for pursuing my passion.'
Real-world learning with the Australian Grand Prix Corporation
As part of the final year Bachelor of Business capstone unit, QUT Business School students had the ultimate opportunity to tackle a real-world problem for the Australian Grand Prix Corporation (AGPC). Responsible for delivering two of Australia’s most iconic motorsport events - the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix and the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix (MotoGP) - the AGPC asked more than 600 final-year business students to think big and devise innovative strategies to attract more international visitors to these sell-out spectacles. The top three performing teams were flown down to Melbourne to pitch their solutions directly to AGPC’s C-Suite and stakeholders from Tourism Victoria.
Real industry briefs
'I chose QUT for their outstanding alumni community, networking opportunities and industry connections. Often the clients in case studies were real businesses affected by real global issues (such as sustainability problems). Now I simultaneously study two areas I am very passionate about over four years, and leave with a strong skillset for problem solving, number-crunching, and even experimental design.'
Bachelor of Business (Economics) and Bachelor of Mathematics student
Flexible courses
I’m a hands-on learner so I’ve worked either part time or full time as a paralegal while doing my studies. I wouldn’t have been able to do this if I didn’t have access to lectures online, and if the staff and resources weren’t so readily available. Uni has opened my eyes to all the possible outcomes. QUT does a good job of giving you access to a wide range of placements, extracurriculars and networking events, getting you to see different pathways you hadn’t considered before.
Make a real difference
‘A career in economics was a natural fit for my passion for public and economic policy. Economics is the universal language of decision making and I can see the difference good policy advice makes in shaping the lives of Australians through the work we do at Deloitte Access Economics. The mix of theoretical, technical and very practical skills I gained at QUT was the foundation for pursuing my passion.'
Real graduate
'I chose economics because I’m passionate about answering the big questions and understanding how the world works. Studying economics at QUT is really dynamic and the lecturers are very passionate.'
International opportunities
‘During my exchange to Purdue University in America I completed internships at the Purdue Research Foundation and Locket, a San Francisco-based technology start-up. I’ve also interned at an ASEAN management consulting firm in Shanghai. I think internships are really valuable as they allow you to reflect on what you want to do in the future.’
Highlights
- Learn to tackle complex economics problems and effect meaningful change.
- Build a strong foundation in foundational statistical and mathematical concepts, econometrics and data analysis.
- Understand the forces shaping local and global markets and economies.
- Examine how government policies, firm decisions and human behaviour influence economics.
In this course you will
- Become a sought-after business leader, analysing economic behaviour, making informed decisions, and driving impactful solutions for a prosperous future.
- Be taught by award-winning academics and industry leaders who bring valuable real-world experience to the classroom.
- Develop digital competencies and in-demand transferable skills in research and data analysis, problem-solving, decision-making, market insights, effective communication, and mathematical and quantitative abilities.
- Gain practical experience working with consultancies, government, corporate settings, and/or community groups through QUT's work integrated learning (WIL ) unit.
Explore this course
Economists help shape corporate strategy and government policy by analysing data and forecasting trends. Their insights guide businesses in making smart decisions and support policymakers in tackling issues like inflation, employment and sustainability. By turning complex economic models into practical solutions, economists influence outcomes that directly affect industries, communities and everyday lives.
This major will provide you with a solid foundation to tackle complex economic problems and make a valuable contribution to the world around you.
What you will learn
From your very first semester, you'll engage in practical, real‑world learning experiences with our industry and community partners, ensuring you graduate with a portfolio showcasing your first‑hand business expertise.
Through core business units, you'll develop a strong foundation in critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, business ethics and professional communication - skills that are in high demand.
In your major, you will:
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Learn foundational statistical and mathematical concepts and skills.
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Gain a comprehensive understanding of economics, covering both microeconomics and macroeconomics and apply them to contemporary issues.
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Learn about the interplay between the decisions and actions of consumers, firms and governments.
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Develop econometric and data analysis skills to evaluate economic relationships, test theories and inform evidence-based decision-making.
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Learn how the economy works by exploring things like economic growth, inflation, unemployment rates, exchange rates and income distribution.
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Explore how the global economy works, including trade, global production networks, and international economic issues and policies.
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Learn how human behaviour influences economic decisions, such as risk-taking, habits and biases.
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Explore the importance of economics in environmental and natural resources policy.
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Examine how government policies and market regulations influence economic outcomes, competition and consumer welfare.
In addition, our WIL program offers internship opportunities with leading organisations, helping you build valuable professional networks and gain practical industry experience.
Is this major for you?
This major is for the analytically minded, those who see the world’s big problems and want to be part of solving them. If you’ve ever wondered why the RBA raises interest rates, how complex markets like petrol are regulated or what it will take to close the gender pay gap, economics could be the major for you.
Careers and outcomes
Tackle complex economic problems across industries and make a valuable contribution to the world around you.
Possible careers
- Economic analyst
- Economic researcher
- Economics consultant
- Economist
- Financial adviser/analyst
- Investment banking analyst
- Policy analyst
- Regulatory economist
- Risk manager
- ATAR/selection rank threshold
- 70.00
These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2026.
Don't have a ATAR/selection rank?
- Course code
- BS05
- QTAC code
- 413021
- CRICOS code
- 003491G
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- Online
- Gardens Point
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- Gardens Point
- 3 years full-time
- 6 years part-time
- 3 years full-time
- February and July
- February, July and November
Assumed knowledge
Before you start this course, we assume you have sound knowledge of the subject/s listed below. If you don't have the subject knowledge, you can still apply for the course but we strongly encourage you to undertake bridging studies to gain the knowledge:
- English, or Literature, or English and Literature Extension, or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 & 4, C)
- General Mathematics, or Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
Year 12 early offer scheme
If you're a current Queensland Year 12 student, you may be eligible to receive an offer for this course on the last day of Queensland Year 12, before receiving your ATAR or selection rank.
Find out more about the QUT Year 12 Early Offer Scheme
Helping you to get into your course
If you don't think your ATAR or selection rank is high enough to get into this course, you can guarantee your entry with guaranteed advanced standing by upgrading through one the following programs which you can select as one of your QTAC preferences:
QUT College Diplomas
As a QUT College Diploma in Business or Esports (business pathway) graduate you will automatically receive an offer to start the Bachelor of Business within one week after completion of the diploma. You will also automatically receive up to 1 year (96 credit points) credit transfer and be able to complete the degree in 2 years as a full-time student (or equivalent part-time).
Find out more about the QUT College Diploma in Business
Find out more about the QUT College Diploma in Esports
Dual TAFE-Qld Greater Brisbane/QUT award
If you enrol via a QTAC offer in a Diploma of Business/Diploma of Leadership and Management dual TAFE-Qld Brisbane/QUT award or a Diploma of Business/Diploma of Marketing and Communication dual TAFE-Qld Brisbane/QUT award you will automatically receive a QUT conditional offer in June (semester 1 QTAC offer) or October (semester 2 QTAC offer) after your enrolment at TAFE-Qld Greater Brisbane is confirmed.
Upon completion of the TAFE-Qld diploma you will be able to enrol at QUT. You will also automatically receive 1 year (96 credit points) credit transfer and be able to complete the degree in 2 years as a full-time student (or equivalent part-time). More details will be provided in your QUT conditional offer letter.
Offer guarantee
If you achieve an ATAR or selection rank of 70.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course in the Semester 1 offer rounds, up to the main offer round in mid-January.
VET guarantee
If you have completed an AQF certificate IV, diploma or higher, and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course in the Semester 1 offer rounds, up to the main offer round in mid-January.
Advanced standing
If you have prior studies or work experience, you may be eligible for advanced standing (credit). You can apply for advanced standing once you've been accepted to QUT. If you're in your first semester of study, you must apply for advanced standing within 10 days of receiving your offer.
Deferment
You can defer your offer and postpone the start of your course for one year.
More about deferring your offer
Adjustments to your ATAR/selection rank
Any adjustments you receive to your ATAR or selection rank will be applied to this course.
Find out if you’re eligible for an adjustment to your ATAR or selection rank
Offers we made to school leavers in Semester 1, 2026
The figures listed in the tables below reflect the offers that were made to recent ATAR students. The entry thresholds box at the top of this page shows the lowest adjusted ATAR/selection rank required to receive an offer for all applicants for the most recent January QTAC offer round.
| Excluding adjustments | Including adjustments | |
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| Highest ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
98.45
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Selection rank
99.95
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| Median ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
79.15
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Selection rank
80.80
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| Lowest ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
62.40
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Selection rank
70.05
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You can find out more about your fellow students’ backgrounds with this course’s student profile.
Other admission options
If you are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, you may be eligible for admission through our Centralised Assessment Selection Process (CASP).
I completed my studies outside of Australia
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide to the grades you need to apply for this course.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
Assumed knowledge
- General Mathematics, or Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
You must have achieved this study at a level comparable to Australian Year 12 or in recognised post-secondary studies.
I completed secondary school in Australia
Assumed knowledge
Before you start this course we assume you have sound knowledge in these areas:
- General Mathematics, or Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
- ATAR/selection rank
- 70.00
Offer guarantee
If you completed secondary school in Australia and achieve an ATAR/selection rank of 70.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
VET guarantee
If you have completed an AQF certificate IV, diploma or higher, and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Minimum English language requirements
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
| English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
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| IELTS Academic / One Skill Retake | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
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Cambridge C1 Advanced
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. |
176 | 169 | 169 | 169 | 169 |
| PTE Academic | 58 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| TOEFL iBT Australia Test (120 scale) | 79 | 16 | 16 | 21 | 18 |
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2027 fees
2027: Fee available from October
2027 fees
2027: $46,800 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2026 fees
2026: CSP $17,400 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2026 fees
2026: $45,000 per year full-time (96 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
QUT Excellence Scholarship (Academic)
QUT's premier offering for students with outstanding academic achievement.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
Faculty of Business and Law Excellence Scholarship
A scholarship for future undergraduate students who want to study business, property economics or law.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
Laurie Cowled Indigenous Australian Scholarship for Business Students
A scholarship for future and current Indigenous female students enrolled in undergraduate or postgraduate studies in business.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Indigenous Australian; Struggling financially; Women
Equity scholarships scheme
A scholarship for low-income students studying in any faculty.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Struggling financially
QUT Elite Sport Scholarship
QUT's premier offering for students with outstanding sporting achievement.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Sporting excellence
International Merit Scholarship
A high achievement scholarship for future international undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
QUT Budding Entrepreneur Scholarship
A scholarship for innovative individuals who are engaged in their passion for entrepreneurial action.
- Scholarship eligibility
International Talent Scholarship
A new scholarship for 2026 that covers tuition fees, with eligibility based on your prior academic achievements.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
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