Bachelor of Advanced Finance and Economics (Honours) (BAdvFin&Econ(Hons))
Information valid for students commencing 2017
Duration
4 Years full-time
Commencing 2017
Semester 1 (27 Feb, 2017)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2402
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via 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.
How to applyDuration
4 Years full-time
Commencing 2017
Semester 1 (27 Feb, 2017)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2402
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) English, Mathematics B or C. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 088354B
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International Admissions Office.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
How to applyEnquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Bachelor of Advanced Finance and Economics (Honours)?
This program is an advanced 4 year degree in economics and finance for students who are proficient in mathematics and have a keen interest in both areas.
At the end of year 3 students will decide if they wish to take a more professional, employment oriented pathway or a dedicated research pathway (ie major) in either economics or finance.
To undertake a major in economics, students must have obtained a GPA of 5.5 for Part A of the program, and a grade of 5 in the following courses: ECON2050, ECON3010, ECON3020 and ECON3350; or satisfy the executive dean that the student is suitably qualified to undertake the major.
To undertake a major in finance, students must have obtained a GPA of 5.5 for Part A of the program, and a grade of 5 in each of the following courses: FINM2411, FINM3411 and FINM3412; or satisfy the executive dean that the student is suitably qualified to undertake the major.
Students applying to change program and/or applying for credit on the basis of previous studies should seek advice from the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law (bel@uq.edu.au). Please note that due to the pre-requisite requirements for compulsory courses, it may take longer than anticipated for students with credit to complete the program requirements.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Advanced Finance and Economics (Honours).
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
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.
Bachelor of Advanced Finance and Economics (Honours)
Honours
Honours will be awarded to all graduates of this program.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) English, Mathematics B or C.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) English, Mathematics B or C.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 088354B
English proficiency
IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International Admissions Office.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Bachelor of Advanced Finance and Economics (Honours)
Careers
Corporate finance / deals, investment banking, fund management, equities, risk analysis, money markets, financial / data / market analysis, economist, economic analyst, manager, stockbroking, merchant banking, international consulting, infrastructure development and planning, international finance, investment and trade, government agencies and ministries.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Financial Services Institute of Australasia
Program rules for the Bachelor of Advanced Finance and Economics (Honours)
To complete the Bachelor of Advanced Finance and Economics (Honours)
To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelor of Advanced Finance and Economics (Honours), a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain 64 units from the BAdvFin&Econ(Hons) course list
comprising -
- 48 units of compulsory courses from Part A; and either
- (1) Students who wish to complete a major:
- 16 units from one major in Part B; or
- (2) Students who wish to complete the professional pathway:
- 4 units for a Team Project; and
- 12 units for elective courses from Part C.
Refer to the BAdFin&Econ(Hons) rules for further information.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
