Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Science
Abbreviation: BEc-BSc
Course code: G3A
Course contact (faculty or school) Economics: (03) 6226 2160/2308 Science: (03) 6226
2125
Introductory comments
This four-year (minimum), 10-year (maximum) full-time, internal full-time or part-time
course is offered at the Hobart and Launceston campuses and at the North-West Centre.
The first-year only is available at Launceston and at the North-West Centre where a
limited number of units will be available.
Admission & prerequisites
Satisfaction of the University’s minimum entry requirements for degree courses plus
Satisfactory Achievement result or better in *MT843 Mathematics Stage 3 or *MT841
Mathematics Stage 2 or *MT730 Mathematics Applied. Students are encouraged to study
some of the following subjects: *IT862 Computer Science; *CH856 Chemistry; *GG833
Geography; *EV846 Environmental Science; *GL876 Geology; *PH866 Physics; *BY826
Biology; and *SC786 Physical Sciences.
Students who have not completed the Mathematics prerequisite may satisfy the
prerequisite by successfully completing the summer Mathematics Bridging Unit
(KMA003).
Course objectives
The objectives of the combined degree course are consistent with those of the Bachelor of
Economics and the Bachelor of Science.
Professional recognition
It is anticipated that this combined degree will be recognised by the professional bodies
that recognised the programs in the BEc. No formal arrangements for professional
recognition have been made or are anticipated for the BSc component.
Course structure
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The qualify for the Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Science, students must
successfully complete 400% from Groups 1, 2 and 3 of the BCom and BSc schedules.
Articulation
Credit for units included in the schedules for BCom, BEc, and BSc will be awarded to
students who transfer to the combined degree. Up to one year of credit for TAFE programs
will be awarded for the BSc component on the same basis as for the single degree.
Articulation arrangements already in place for the BCom and BEc will apply to the BEc
component of the course.
Sample course structure
Unit title
campus offered
weight
unit code
H~1 L~1 B~1
H~2 L~2 B~2v
12.5%
12.5%
12.5%
12.5%
BEA110
BEA130
Year 1
Economics
Economics for Business
Foundations of Economic Policy
Elective from BEA200/300 range of units
Quantitative Methods 1
H~3/2 L~2 B~2v
BEA140
Science
First year core
First year core
25%
25%
Total Economics and Science = 100%
Year 2
Economics
Intermediate Microeconomics
H~1
12.5%
BEA200
Either BEA241 or BEA242
Research Methods for Finance
Introduction to Econometrics
H~3/2
H~1
12.5%
12.5%
BEA241/341
BEA242
[na]
H~2
12.5%
12.5%
12.5%
BEA210
BEA235
Either BEA210 or BEA235
Australian Political Economy
Thinking Strategically: The Competitive Edge
Elective from BEA200/300 range of units
Science
Second year core
Second year core
25%
25%
Total Economics and Science = 100%
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Year 3
Economics
Economics unit 1
Economics unit 2
Economics unit 3
Elective from BEA200/300 range of units
12.5%
12.5%
12.5%
12.5%
Total Economics = 50%
Year 3 and 4 Science
Third-year Major
Electives or second major[a]
[a]
50%
50%
comprising: Maximum 25% Group 1, Maximum 25% Group 2, Maximum 25% Group 3
Total Science years 3 and 4 = 100%
Year 4
Economics
Economics unit 4
Economics unit 5
Elective from BEA200/300 range of units
Elective from BEA200/300 range of units
12.5%
12.5%
12.5%
12.5%
Total Economics = 50%
Majors total
Students may complete any Economics major (100%) and other Economics units to total a
further 100%.
A Science major (100%) and Science electives or a second major (100%).
Science majors may be chosen from Biochemistry, Chemistry, Computer Science,
Geography and Environmental Studies, Geology, Mathematics,
Microbiology/Immunology, Physics, Plant Science, Psychology, and Zoology.
Note: The following information is NOT included in the printed edition of the Course and
Unit Handbook
Additional Information
The following information answers some frequently asked questions.
Note, however, details should be confirmed with the appropriate authority
Responsible faculty or school | Faculty of Commerce | Faculty of Science, Engineering
and Technology
Campus(es) offered | Hobart
Mode of delivery| Full time | Part time
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Course duration | 4 years minimum (8 semesters) | 10 years maximum (20 semesters)
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