Program Overview

Bachelor of Economics Bachelor of Laws (Honours)

The Bachelor of Economics Bachelor of Laws (Honours) is a combined law and business degree that emphasizes research and practical experience. This program is offered jointly by UTS Law and UTS Business.

Course Description

This course brings together a foundational understanding of law and how institutional rules and incentives shape economic outcomes, along with practical experience to make students work-ready upon graduation. The honours component relates to the law component only and requires students to successfully complete both research subjects: Research Methodology and Research Thesis.

Course Details

• Code: UTS: C09120 (version 2), CRICOS:
• Duration: 5 years full-time
• Course Fees: The indicative total tuition fee for government-supported domestic students is $91,455.00.
• Location: Classes are held at the City Campus or specialist off-campus locations, with some courses delivered via online (distance) learning.

What You'll Study

The degree seeks to provide students with the knowledge, competencies, and values necessary to develop critical, analytical, and evaluative skills essential for a dynamic and rewarding career in economics and law. Students have the opportunity to engage in deeper study of the law by studying Research Methodology and undertaking Research Thesis, which can be a pathway to higher degree research programs.

Subjects at a Glance

• Core subjects include:
  • Economics for Business
  • Responsible Evidence-Based Decisions
  • Strategic Decision Making and Game Theory
  • Economics for Business 2
  • Quantitative Methods in Economics and Business
  • Introductory Econometrics
  • Intermediate Microeconomics
  • Intermediate Macroeconomics
  • Empirical Methods for Policy Evaluation
  • Behavioural Economics
  • Economic Policy and Analysis (Capstone)

Admissions Information

• Course Description: Designed for those who want a comprehensive understanding of the law and how institutional rules and incentives shape economic outcomes.
• Distinctive Features: Integration of law with econometrics, macroeconomics, and microeconomics, tailored to inform practical policy decisions.
• Entry Schemes and Pathways: Includes the UTS Early Entry program, Elite athletes and performers scheme, inpUTS, completing a recognized TAFE or VET provider qualification, Jumbunna Admission Program, and changing from another undergraduate course.

Domestic Course Fees

• 2026 Indicative Tuition Fees: $17,399.00 for the first year, with a total indicative tuition fee of $91,455.00 for the entire course.
• Additional Costs: Include the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF), textbooks, materials, and other course-related costs.

Inherent Requirements

Inherent requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential for successfully completing a course at UTS.

Assumed Knowledge

Proficiency in English and mathematics.

Professional Recognition

This course satisfies the requirements for admission to the Supreme Court of NSW as a lawyer, provided students complete a practical legal training program.

Important Notes

• This course is an exit-only course with no direct admission.
• Current UTS students may be able to submit an Internal Course Transfer (Graduating) application to exit with this course.