Program Overview

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Overview

The Bachelor of Commerce / Bachelor of Economics is a four-year double degree program that provides students with statistical analysis skills and economic theory to make better decisions in real-world business and government policy. The program combines problem-solving knowledge in business fields like finance, information systems, marketing, and more.

Key Features

• Learn how to change the world through economics by exploring the forces behind global inequality and looking for economic solutions to improve wellbeing across societies.
• Become highly sought after by industry and government as UNSW Economics graduates are keenly sought after by policymakers at all levels of government, private sector employers, not-for-profits, and international organisations.
• Integrated First Year: First-year courses in the BCom are designed to reflect the nature of real-world business.
• MyBCom portfolio: An award-winning interactive platform and assessment tool to guide studies, develop a tailored career plan, and collate a portfolio of professional experiences.
• Guaranteed work experience: Work experience is built into the BCom, allowing students to undertake internships in Australia or internationally as part of their degree.

Why Study at UNSW?

• UNSW is ranked Australia's #1 Business School.
• UNSW Business ranked in the global top 50 for four subjects.
• Strong industry connections ensure relevant and in-demand knowledge, skills, and experience.

Program Structure

The Bachelor of Commerce / Bachelor of Economics is a four-year double degree program consisting of 32 courses, including:

• Commerce Integrated First Year Courses
• MyBCom
• Commerce major
• Economics core course
• Economics electives
• Optional one or two Economics majors
• UNSW Business Electives

Study Areas

• Commerce majors:
  • Accounting
  • Behavioural Economics
  • Business Analytics
  • Business Economics
  • Business Sustainability and Social Impact
  • Cybersecurity Management
  • Finance
  • FinTech
  • Human Resource Management
  • Information Systems
  • Innovation, Strategy and Entrepreneurship
  • International Business
  • Marketing
  • Marketing Analytics
  • Taxation
• Economics majors:
  • Data Analytics and Econometrics
  • Economic Policy and Society
  • Macroeconomics and Financial Markets

Full Program Structure

The degree combines the main features of the Bachelor of Commerce and the Bachelor of Economics single degrees. Students complete a Commerce and an optional Economics major. A major is usually eight courses within one discipline.

Admission Requirements

• The lowest selection rank is based on the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) or an equivalent rank derived from other qualifications.
• 2025 Lowest Selection Rank: 94.0
• 2025 A levels score: 16.0
• 2025 IB Diploma: 38.0
• 2025 Lowest ATAR: 81.05

Assumed Knowledge

• Mathematics advanced

Adjustment Factors

• HSC Plus: Rewards students who perform well in Year 12 subjects relevant to their preferred UNSW degree.
• Elite Athletes, Performers and Leaders (EAPL): Recognises achievements in sport, academia, leadership, and music at an elite level.
• Educational Access Scheme (EAS): For students who have experienced educational disadvantage.

Admission Pathways

• Gateway Admission Pathway: For students who attend Gateway schools, live in a low-socioeconomic area, or are an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander person.
• Entry programs for Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people: Including the Indigenous Preparatory Programs and the Indigenous Admission Scheme (IAS).

English Language Requirements

• Evidence of English proficiency may be required for non-English speaking background students.
• English language tests and university English courses
• Prior study in the medium of English
• Other qualifications

International Direct Entry

• Qualifications and direct entry requirements for international students, including CBSE, HKDSE, and Singapore A Levels.

What Will I Study?

The program includes a range of courses in commerce and economics, with a focus on developing problem-solving skills and knowledge in business fields.

Future Careers

• Accountant/Auditor
• Business Analyst
• Consultant
• Data Analyst
• Economist
• Economic Forecaster
• Financial Adviser
• Graduate Economist
• Investment Banker
• Management Consultant
• Marketing/Brand Manager
• Policy Adviser
• Statistical Analyst
• Strategist
• Superannuation Adviser
• Tax Adviser

Honours

• An additional one-year Honours degree is available, providing advanced knowledge and research skills in the chosen area of business.

Accreditation

• The Bachelor of Commerce can provide professional recognition and accreditation in industry governing bodies.

Fees & Scholarships

• 2026 Indicative First Year Full Fee: $15,000
• 2026 Indicative Full Fee to Complete Degree: $65,000
• Scholarships are available, with over $83 million awarded each year.