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Monash University

Bachelor of Economics

Parkville, Victoria, Australia

Level
Bachelor
Duration
3.0F/P
Campus
Clayton (VIC)
Intl. Tuition
A$59,140 (year not stated on the university's site)
Home Tuition
A$18,025 (maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative))

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Course Overview

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Career snapshot (indicative)

Economics graduates are among the most versatile, entering finance, government economic analysis, consultancy, research and the civil service fast-stream. Many pursue further professional qualifications including CFA, ACA or an MSc Economics.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Student life (indicative)

Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital — an obsessive café culture, world-class street art, live music every night, top-tier restaurants and galleries, and a cosmopolitan energy that consistently ranks it among the world's most liveable cities.

The University at a Glance

Student Population
93,159
Staff Ratio
14.0:1
International
45.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate
76.0%
of graduates employed
Placement Year
Available
Work experience option

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition
A$59,140
per year, year not stated on the university's site Official fee page
Home Tuition
A$18,025
per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) Official fee page

City & Location

Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.

Entry Requirements

Admission notes

  • Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English as an Additional Language or at least 25 in English other than EAL
  • Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in one of Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics. Non-Year 12 prerequisites As for Year 12 (or Year 12 equivalent). | Current Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Equity Schemes (SEAS)/Subject adjustments Subject adjustments do not apply to applicants with an unadjusted ATAR below the course eligibility score or International Fee Paying applicants (IFP). International Fee Paying applicants who are in Australia and have made an application for a protection visa (TPV, SHEV or BVE) are eligible for SEAS consideration. Subject adjustment A study score of 30 in Accounting, Economics, Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics equals 2 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 6 points. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Monash University Equity schemes information and the Monash University website Recent Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Equity Schemes (SEAS)/Subject adjustments Subject adjustments do not apply to applicants with an unadjusted ATAR below the course eligibility score or International Fee Paying applicants (IFP). International Fee Paying applicants who are in Australia and have made an application for a protection visa (TPV, SHEV or BVE) are eligible for SEAS consideration. Subject adjustment A study score of 30 in Accounting, Economics, Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics equals 2 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 6 points. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Monash University Equity schemes information and the Monash University website Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Non Year 12 Information Applicants who have completed Year 12 or above: If you are applying with a mix of tertiary and Year 12 study your application will be assessed based on how much tertiary study you have completed. Greater emphasis may be placed on your tertiary study where you have completed more than 6 months equivalent full time study (equivalent to more than 24 Monash Credit Points). See the Monash Find-A-Course website for further details. Applicants who have not completed Year 12 or above: To be considered, applicants must complete at least two single units at an Australian higher education institution to satisfy the minimum entry requirements. See the Monash Find-A-Course website for further details. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Monash University Equity schemes information and the Monash University website Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Non Year 12 Information Applicants who have successfully completed Year 12 are eligible to apply for this course. Preference will be given to applicants with prior studies relating to the course. Qualifications attained at Certificate IV and above, with a minimum of 70% average, will be considered for selection. Programs that involve competency-based assessment without grades or marks will not meet the admission requirements. If you don't meet the published requirements for entry, you may want to consider one of the Pathway options. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Monash University Equity schemes information and the Monash University website Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Non Year 12 Information Applicants who have successfully completed Year 12 are eligible to apply for this course and may be eligible for subject adjustments. Subject adjustments do not apply to applicants with an unadjusted ATAR below the course eligibility score. Applicants with no formal secondary or tertiary qualifications are not eligible to apply for this course. If you don't meet the published requirements for entry, you may want to consider one of the Pathway options . SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Monash University Equity schemes information and the Monash University website

Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.

Assessment Methods

We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.

Campus & City Life

Student Population
93,159
Total students
Staff Ratio
14:1
Students per staff
International Students
45%
Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative)
7.5/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Global / diverse | Academic / intellectual | Professional / career networks

Student Life & City (indicative)

Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital — an obsessive café culture, world-class street art, live music every night, top-tier restaurants and galleries, and a cosmopolitan energy that consistently ranks it among the world's most liveable cities.

What Students Love

  • Rich arts & cultural scene
  • Great café culture
  • Diverse international food scene
  • Active music scene

University Stats

Total Students93,159
Student-to-Staff Ratio14:1
International Students45%
Safety Index (indicative)7.5/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment
76%
Employed after graduation
Placement Year
Available
Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

  • Economics graduates are among the most versatile, entering finance, government economic analysis, consultancy, research and the civil service fast-stream.
  • Many pursue further professional qualifications including CFA, ACA or an MSc Economics.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Healthcare
  • Engineering
  • Business

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition
A$59,140
per year, year not stated on the university's site Official fee page
Home Tuition
A$18,025
per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) Official fee page

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

Higher

This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.

Estimated Annual Costs

Tuition (International)A$59,140per year, year not stated on the university's site Official fee page
Tuition (Home)A$18,025per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) Official fee page