The University of Notre Dame Australia
Bachelor of Commerce (Economics)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationWhether you’re considering a career in economics, human resource management, accounting, finance, marketing, or management, a Bachelor of Commerce (Major: Economics) from The University of Notre Dame Australia will put you ahead of the pack.
A Major in economics at Notre Dame will give you the skills to solve a range of problems through economic reasoning. Covering both theoretical and applied skills of modern economics and econometrics, this program is ideal training for a wide range of roles across many industry sectors. Graduates work on such complex issues as poverty, financial crises, industrial downturns, environmental damage, and political turmoil.
By equipping our students with the practical skills to tackle real-world problems, a Major in Economics prepares you for employment in both the public and private sectors.
Delivery mode
The University of Notre Dame Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 19 Mouat St, Fremantle
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Applicants with recent Secondary Education
- Indicative ATAR of 70 with a score of 50+ in ATAR English, ATAR Literature or ATAR English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EALD) OR
- Minimum International Baccalaureate (IB) score of 24 OR
Applicants with Higher Education Study
- Other university studies completed at undergraduate level or higher, a minimum of 4 successfully completed subjects; OR
- Successful completion of the Notre Dame Tertiary Pathway Program or of another Enabling Program at a level deemed sufficient by the University.
Applicants who have successfully completed subjects at another University, which are relevant to the selected program of study, may be eligible for Advanced Standing.
Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study
Completed AQF Certificate IV or higher in a relevant discipline, from an accredited provider such as TAFE or a Registered Training Organisation (RTO).
Applicants with Work and Life Experience
Applicants who left secondary education more than two years previously and who have not undertaken VET or higher education study since then, but with relevant work and life experience. Such experience may include, but is not limited to:
- STAT scores of at least 135 in the Multiple Choice section and 140 in the Written English section are required OR
- Mature-age completion of two Year 12 WACE or HSC exams with a resulting ATAR of 70 or above.
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Commerce (Economics) will prepare you for the following roles.
Economist
An Economist analyses financial information and makes recommendations based on that research. You might provide advice to large organisations such...
Economic Analyst
An Economic Analyst studies economic data and trends to provide insights and forecasts that help businesses and governments make informed decisions...
Chief Economist
A Chief Economist analyses economic data and trends to guide strategic decision-making within an organisation. You might work in government, financ...
Environmental Economist
An Environmental Economist analyses the economic impacts of environmental policies and resources. You may work in government, NGOs, or research ins...
Macroeconomist
A Macroeconomist analyses economic trends and policies on a national and global scale, providing insights into factors like inflation, unemployment...
Health Economist
A Health Economist analyses the economic aspects of healthcare policies and systems. You might work for government agencies, research institutions,...
About The University of Notre Dame Australia
In today’s world, thinking critically and creatively are essential life skills.
Notre Dame degrees, based in the Catholic intellectual tradition of liberal education, equip students with an increased ability to think and reason, a vital advantage not only during study but far beyond to their professional and personal lives.
Students are encouraged to expand their minds. They learn to think creatively and critically, to see the world, its opportunities and their place in it more clearly. They learn to learn for life.
