Bachelors of Economics/Science (BEcon/BSc)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
4.5 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
68
Program code
2098
Faculties
Business, Economics & Law
Science
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Course lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Economics/Science:
Entry requirements
OP/Rank 2012*
7/88
* OP/Rank for entry into a program may change for 2013 admissions.
QTAC Code(s)
714301 - B Economics/B Science
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) English, Mathematics B, and either Chemistry or Physics.
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 8946
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Closing Date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
Duration
4.5 Years full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
68
Program code
2098
Faculties
Business, Economics & Law
Science
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Course lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Economics/Science:
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) English, Mathematics B, and either Chemistry or Physics. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 029159E
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy). View the English proficiency policy.
View the entry requirements for international students.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 30050
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Why study the Bachelors of Economics/Science?
By combining these two areas of study in a dual degree, students will be given a background in economic theories and principles, along with scientific theory and practical skills in their chosen major within the Bachelor of Science.
When this program is studied at a standard load of four courses per semester, the final semester will comprise part-time study of only two courses. Students may decide to overload in previous semesters or undertake study in a summer semester to reduce the total duration of the program.
What you can study
Course Lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Economics/Science:
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Science
- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Biomedical Science
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Ecology
- Genetics
- Geographical Sciences
- Geological Sciences
- Marine Science
- Mathematics
- Microbiology
- Physics / Extended Major
- Plant Science
- Psychology / Extended Major
- Statistics
- Zoology
Economics
Honours
Honours is available as an additional year of study.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
* OP/Rank for entry into a program may change for 2013 admissions.
QTAC Code(s)
714301 - B Economics/B Science
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) English, Mathematics B, and either Chemistry or Physics.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Click here for application procedures for Australian students.
Closing date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
Entry requirements for International students
View the entry requirements for international students.
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) English, Mathematics B, and either Chemistry or Physics. View the equivalent qualifications for International students.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 029159E
International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.
Click here for more information on applying for a visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy). View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 8946
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 30050
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Additional costs
- Courses that include a field trip component may incur additional costs to cover transport, accommodation and food.
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
What you can do with a Bachelors of Economics/Science
Careers
Refer to the Bachelor of Economics and the Bachelor of Science for employment opportunities.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following professional bodies:
- Australian Computer Society
- Australian Coral Reef Society
- Australian Human Resources Institute
- Australasian Institute of Banking and Finance
- Australian Institute of Biology
- Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology
- Australian Institute of Management
- Australian Institute of Physics (graduate grade)
- Australian Marketing Institute
- Australian Mathematical Society
- Australian Marine Science Association
- Anatomical Society of Australia & New Zealand
- Australia and New Zealand Society for Cell and Developmental Biology
- Australian Society for Fish Biology
- Australasian Society for Human Biology
- Australian Society for Microbiology
- Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy
- Australian Vascular Biology Society
- Economic Society of Australia
- Geological Society of Australia
- Institute of Australian Geographers
- Institute of Foresters of Australia
- Market Research Society of Australia
- Petroleum Exploration Society of Australia
- Royal Australian Chemical Institute
- Securities Institute of Australia
While this degree may be accredited by an official industry accreditation body in Australia, completion of the degree may not result in graduates receiving automatic accreditation. Please contact the relevant registration body for details of any conditions for accreditation.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Bachelors of Economics/Science
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
A student is required to obtain #68 comprising -
- #36 from the BEcon List comprising -
- #32 from Part A and Part B of the BSc List including -
- (i) at least #6 from Part A; and
- (ii) at least #14 from Part B including #12 of late year courses (level 3 or higher)
- In the BSc, students must complete either: one major or one extended major.
Students wishing to complete a BEcon major will need to complete an approved combination of seven courses from the BEcon List for the relevant major, of which #6 must be level 3 courses. Regardless of which BEcon major is chosen, the courses comprising the major must meet the Group 2, 3 and elective program requirements. Both degrees are awarded when both programs are completed. Refer to the BEcon/BSc rules for further information.
- (i) #20 of compulsory courses from Group 1; and
- (ii) #6 from Group 2; and
- (iii) #6 from Group 3; and
- (iv) #4 of elective courses from Groups 2 or 3; and
