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2022 Undergraduate Programs Advanced Business (Honours) Advanced Finance and Economics (Honours) Business Management Commerce Economics Laws (Honours) Politics, Philosophy and Economics (Honours) Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management Business, Economics and Law
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CONTENTS
Why study
Why study with us?
Double your opportunities
Are you an international student?
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with us?
Business School 6
Bachelor of Advanced Business
(Honours) 8
Bachelor of Advanced Finance
and Economics (Honours) 10 Learn with the best Your economics program will equip you for
Our award-winning lecturers have extensive a meaningful career helping to resolve some
Bachelor of Business Management 12
academic and industry expertise and of the world’s greatest challenges, including
Bachelor of Commerce 14 business productivity and investment
are dedicated to helping you succeed.
Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality and In addition to class contact time, we decisions, the allocation of humanitarian
Event Management 16 offer academic advice, peer-assisted aid, complex environmental issues and the
study sessions, work integrated learning ageing population.
School of Economics 18
opportunities and employment services to
Bachelor of Economics 20 ensure you reach your potential.
Choose law
Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy
and Economics (Honours) 22
Choose business UQ Law School is the oldest law school
Challenge yourself and develop the skills in Queensland and one of Australia’s
Law School 24 to thrive in constantly changing and highly leading research-intensive law schools.
Learning beyond the classroom 26 competitive business environments. The While our teaching methods have changed
Business School’s vast network of industry significantly over time, we have retained an
Mooting 27 contacts means you can develop practical emphasis on traditional educational goals
Bachelor of Laws (Honours) 28 experience and professional connections and values. We foster a comprehensive and
through internships at some of the world’s sophisticated understanding of the law that
Design your future 30 biggest companies. Studying business will see you develop practical legal skills,
opens up opportunities for a wide range stimulate thoughtful debate – with a focus
A truly global network 31 on ethical and social responsibility – and
of change-making careers in the public,
Apply for a scholarship 32 private and not-for-profit sectors. nurture enthusiasm for the study of law.
Applying to UQ 34
Choose commerce Choose tourism
Plan your finances 35 Commerce graduates have extensive career Gain a rewarding international career in
Program table explained 36 options in accounting and consulting firms, tourism, hospitality or event management.
public and private companies, financial Tourism blends core business skills and
Study options 37 institutions and government in Australia and industry knowledge with valuable practical
internationally. Throughout your program, experience, ensuring you receive a well-
you will develop strong technical knowledge rounded education. You'll learn to provide
and skills in critical evaluation and problem- solutions to industry-specific challenges,
solving, along with practical application. such as sustainability, and create meaningful
Broaden your opportunities by taking change in your chosen field. Our graduates
part in internships, industry placements pursue careers in event management, food
or international student exchanges and beverage management, hotel and
while working towards an internationally resort management, consultancy, wholesale
recognised qualification that will allow and retail travel, and tourism marketing.
you to adapt to, manage and influence the
dynamic business world. Get involved
Our active student body and student
Choose economics associations help you get the most out of
Economics develops your analytical, your program by providing study support,
modelling and forecasting skills, and instils professional development and social
an understanding of how society uses the networking opportunities.
world’s scarce resources. These skills are in
high demand by businesses, consultancies,
governments and international agencies.
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+ Double up
A dual program gives you room to move
by enhancing your skill set.
Boost your
employability
Undertake internships in the offices of some “My degree has provided
of the world’s leading companies through me with a wealth of
our vast industry networks.
specialised knowledge and I
will leave UQ as a versatile
graduate. I can contribute to
meaningful discussions and
Dedicated apply my knowledge and
employability team skills to opportunities in a
variety of industries.”
Our award-winning Career Services team
is dedicated to strengthening student
Alexandria Rogers
employability and career outcomes.
Bachelor of International Hotel and
Tourism Management graduate
BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022 3
Double your opportunities
Improve your employment prospects and broaden your skills and knowledge
by studying two programs at the same time.
As the world around you changes, new and fascinating career A dual program, also called a double degree, will equip you for
opportunities are created every day, and job roles increasingly this evolving job market. It gives you the flexibility to study two
combine multiple disciplines. different disciplines in a much shorter time, by studying only the
mandatory courses for each program with fewer or no electives.
MINIMUM SELECTION LOWEST ATAR TO RECEIVE MINIMUM SELECTION LOWEST ATAR TO RECEIVE
DURATION THRESHOLD 2021> AN OFFER 2021< DURATION THRESHOLD 2021> AN OFFER 2021<
QTAC CODE QTAC CODE
(YEARS) (YEARS)
ATAR / IB ADJUSTED UNADJUSTED ATAR / IB ADJUSTED UNADJUSTED
Arts / Laws (Honours) Commerce / Science
707401 5 97* / 39* 97 93.3 711701 4 85 / 31 85.95 80.95
Arts / Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management Computer Science / Business Management
707701 4 80 / 29 87.75 87.75 733701 4 88 / 32 88.4 86.4
Business Management / Arts Computer Science / Commerce
711501 4 80 / 29 80.15 77.4
733801 4 88 / 32 91.3 90
Business Management / Commerce
Computer Science / Laws (Honours)
711301 4 85 / 31 85.3 82.65
711901 5 97 / 39 98.7 96.7
Business Management / Communication
Economics / Arts
711511 4 80 / 29 80.05 80.05
714101 4 85 / 31 87.15 87.15
Business Management / Designx
709511 4 -- / -- -- -- Economics / Laws (Honours)
714201 5 97* / 39* 97.4 92.5
Business Management / Economics
710201 4 85 / 31 85.7 85.7 Economics / Science
Business Management / Education (Secondary) 714301 4 85 / 31 88.6 86.6
710301 4** 80 / 29 83.7 78.7 Engineering (Honours) / Business Management
Business Management / Information Technology 717301 5.5 86* / 31* 86.3 84.3
710401 4 88 / 32 89.8 87.8 Engineering (Honours) / Commerce
Business Management / Journalism 717201 5.5 86 / 31 86.85 83.15
711101 4 81 / 29 81 79.45 Engineering (Honours) / Economics
Business Management / Laws (Honours) 717601 5.5 86 / 31 86.05 86.05
711401 5 97* / 39* 97.15 92.35 Humanities / Laws (Honours)
Business Management / Science 707402 5 98* / 40* 98.05 94.05
710501 4 80 / 29 82.15 78.45
Journalism / Laws (Honours)
Business Management / Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management 737102 5 97* / 39* 97.45 93.45
710601 4 80 / 29 80 78.2
Mathematics / Business Management
Commerce / Arts
714711 4 94 / 37 99 99
711601 4 85 / 31 85.25 83.8
Commerce / Economics Mathematics / Commerce
714601 4 94 / 36 94 90
711801 4 85 / 31 85.45 83.65
Commerce / Information Technology Mathematics / Economics
711621 4 88 / 32 88.65 86.65 714701 4 94 / 36 94.55 93.2
Commerce / Laws (Honours) Science / Laws (Honours)
711901 5 97* / 39* 97.1 92.5 731401 5 97* / 39* 97.05 94.05
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Selected dual program will be offered for the first time in 2021. An applicant must obtain entry to <
Lowest ATAR to receive an offer refers to all recent secondary students who were offered
the program having the highest entry requirement. For 2021 entry, the threshold for the Bachelor a place for Semester 1, 2021. The lowest ATAR (Adjusted) refers to the ATAR plus any
of Design was 86.00. Please note that dual programs often require a higher threshold than those adjustment factors. The Lowest ATAR (Unadjusted) refers to the lowest ATAR excluding any
for the associated single degrees. adjustment factors.
Visit future-students.uq.edu.au for up-to-date information. * Not all applicants on this ATAR/IB gained entry; finer discrimination within the ATAR/IB was
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Minimum (adjusted) selection threshold 2021 is the minimum score that was considered for an used.
offer of a place to all applicants. ** Students may take the program on a part-time basis, but the final year must be
commenced in Semester 1 and must be taken on a full-time basis.
Benefits of dual programs
Save time
Graduate with two bachelor's degrees
in as little as four years – a much shorter
Strike a balance
Why compromise? Get study/life
balance by combining programs that
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time than it would take to study both cover career aspirations and topics business, economics
programs separately. you’re passionate about. Dual program
students appreciate the diversity
and law dual program
offered in their two different programs. combinations available
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Are you an international
student?
While a lot of information in this guide is relevant
to you, certain key information may be different for
international students.
You are an international student if We also have a range of publications,
you are: including the international undergraduate
and postgraduate student guides, to help you.
• not a citizen of Australia or New Zealand, or
• not an Australian permanent resident, or Contact Us
• a temporary resident (visa status) of future-students.uq.edu.au/contact-us
Australia. Advisory sessions
future-students.uq.edu.au/contact-us/
Eligibility for UQ study book-call-back “UQ has a long relationship
For admission into undergraduate programs with HELP University in
at UQ, you must have: Campus tours
Malaysia, offering students
• completed secondary studies equivalent future-students.uq.edu.au/university-life/
campus-tours exciting opportunities
to Queensland Year 12 with a score
comparable to the ATAR or Queensland for credit transfer. I
Program guides
Year 12 Rank (prior to 2020) specified for
future-students.uq.edu.au/teachers-
was excited about UQ's
your program competitive ranking,
guidance-counsellors
• satisfied individual program requirements vibrant campus life, high
(e.g. specific subject prerequisites, Fees
auditions or interviews)
employer recognition and
As an international student, you will pay beautiful campus.”
• satisfied UQ's English language tuition fees, and potentially other non-
proficiency requirements. tuition fees. UQ has program-based tuition
If you do not meet these criteria, you might fees for coursework award programs, Kai Sheng Saw
consider taking a foundation year bridging meaning that all courses within a program Bachelor of Commerce graduate
course or English language training offered are charged at the same tuition fee rate
by the Institute of Continuing and TESOL per unit for a given academic year. Some
Education (ICTE). programs also have additional costs.
an alternative visa that enables them to
Pathway options Non-tuition fees paid to the University may study full-time on campus. Please consider
include the student services and amenities expenses such as visa and medical (pre-
future-students.uq.edu.au/admissions/
fee, books and equipment, health insurance, departure) fees, general living expenses,
undergraduate/consider-your-pathway-
administration, accommodation, and establishment costs such as buying furniture,
options
assistance to apply for or hold a student visa. paying a rental bond and setting up
Applying to UQ future-students.uq.edu.au/admissions/ electricity, gas and mobile phone accounts,
A UQ degree is a qualification the world undergraduate/review-fees-and-financial- as well as return airfares, and Overseas
will recognise. If you’ve got the ability, support Student Health Cover (OSHC) when you plan
commitment and ambition to make the your budget.
most of UQ, then we want to hear from you. Other expenses future-students.uq.edu.au/university-life/
future-students.uq.edu.au/admissions International students applying to study living-in-brisbane/cost-living
in Australia must have a student visa or
Study options at UQ
If you would like to know more about your
study options at UQ, enquire through our
online form, and one of our UQ advisers
will respond. You can also register for an UQ has more than
advisory session with one of our student 20,000 international
advisers. If you are in Brisbane, sign up for
a campus tour.
students from 142
countries
BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022 5
Independently ranked Top MBA Program
as one of the top business # 1 in Queensland
schools in Australia
Best Global Universities, 2020 Top 50 worldwide
# 1 for student quality
in the world
The Economist, Full-time MBA Ranking 2021
Business
School
Study with one of Australia’s best business schools.
Top ranked Academic and
The Business School fosters courageous
thinkers and empowers future leaders to
industry leaders
positively transform business and society. Our world-class lecturers are consultants
We are renowned for our cutting-edge and advisers to leading companies
research, outstanding academic staff, worldwide. The majority of our academic
depth of educational programs, and close staff members hold PhDs and produce
links with leading global organisations. Our research papers that are cited in the world’s
research and consulting activities ensure top-tier journals. This expertise ensures
that our teaching is at the forefront of our teaching is relevant and informed by
academic and industry knowledge. You’ll the latest research. Our programs cover a
take in the most current and relevant theory broad scope of business disciplines, and our
and apply these skills through internships lecturers supervise a diverse range of higher
and industry projects. degree by research (HDR) topics.
Push your Careers
boundaries The diversity of our programs ensures
our graduates are in demand across a
You will have access to industry leaders wide range of industries within the public,
for real-life projects, as mentors and for private and not-for-profit sectors. Many
internships through a range of programs of our alumni work in leadership positions
such as Work Integrated Learning and the in accounting, banking and financial
Student Managed Investment Fund. These services, consultancy, data analytics, event
programs will build on the skills you’ll learn management, marketing, state and federal
throughout your degree and prepare you to government, business development, tourism
become a future business leader. and business information systems.
1st
The first business school in Australia to earn
both the European Quality Improvement System
(EQUIS) and Association to Advance Collegiate
Schools of Business (AACSB) accreditation
BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022 7
Business and Economics
41st in the world and
2nd in Australia
Bachelor of Times Higher Education World University Subject
Advanced
Rankings, 2021
Business (Honours)
The Bachelor of Advanced Business (Honours) (BAdvBus(Hons)) program will support
you to become a critical and reflective thinker, capable of identifying, analysing and
developing solutions for the complex challenges facing businesses in the 21st century.
QTAC CODE UQ MINIMUM SELECTION LOWEST ATAR TO DURATION START CAMPUS HONOURS ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
CODE THRESHOLD 2021> RECEIVE AN OFFER 2021< SEMESTER
ATAR / IB ADJUSTED UNADJUSTED
709101 2139 94 / 36 94 90 4 years full-time 1 St Lucia Part of standard program, Qld Year 12 (or equivalent)
(or part-time awarded based on grade General English subject
equivalent) point average of specific (Units 3 & 4, C); Mathematical
courses Methods or Specialist
See ‘Program table explained’ on page 36 Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
>
Minimum (adjusted) selection threshold 2021 is the minimum score that was considered for an offer of a place to all applicants.
<
Lowest ATAR to receive an offer refers to all recent secondary students who were offered a place for Semester 1, 2021. The lowest ATAR (Adjusted) refers to the ATAR plus any adjustment factors.
The Lowest ATAR (Unadjusted) refers to the lowest ATAR excluding any adjustment factors.
Why Advanced Business at UQ? business decisions; identify and capitalise As a graduate, you can expect a career in
Our four-year honours program is on business opportunities; and manage companies, agencies and organisations across
limited to a small, highly motivated business internationally and across cultures. the private and public sectors, both in Australia
and high-achieving cohort aspiring to These are only a few examples of the many and internationally. Specific roles depend
leadership roles in business, the community exciting topics our courses cover. largely on your majors, but this program
or academia. provides considerable flexibility depending on
You can select from two pathways:
your personal career goals.
The courses in this program are designed to • The professional pathway allows you
make you stand out to employers and are to take courses from the Business Honours
taught by internationally respected industry School’s specialist teaching areas.
experts and academics. Our unique capstone Honours is awarded to all graduates of this
• The research pathway is offered via a program in the following classes (based on GPA):
course in leadership and strategy will
thesis for those who want to enter into Class I, Class IIA, Class IIB, Class IIIA, Class IIIB.
provide an opportunity for you to apply your
a higher degree by research (HDR).
knowledge and skills to real business cases.
Majors
Career opportunities
What you will study You can develop greater depth of knowledge
On graduation, you will have a globally
You'll study a wide range of advanced by choosing majors that are relevant to your
recognised honours degree that will help
business courses, providing the most desired career. Choose from Accounting,
you stand out in a competitive job market.
comprehensive set of business skills of any Business Analytics, Business Information
Within this program, you will also have
undergraduate program at UQ. Systems, Finance, Human Resources,
the opportunity to take part in an industry
Innovation and Entrepreneurship, International
Learn how to communicate and engage placement or project-based course with
Business, and Marketing.
with customers and employees of your leading experts and industry partners.
organisation; use analytics to understand Alternatively, this program can be used
the dynamic nature of marketplaces; as a stepping stone to further research in For more information
design, measure and assess financial and industry or academia. business.uq.edu.au/study
Professional memberships
As a graduate, you may be eligible for memberships with a diverse range of professional bodies:
8 BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022“Studying Advanced Business
gave me insight into the
dynamic, increasingly
globalised business
environment, equipping me
with the skills required of a
future business leader.”
Chanel Leung
Bachelor of Advanced Business
(Honours)
BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022 9Bachelor of
Advanced Finance
and Economics (Honours)
The Bachelor of Advanced Finance and Economics (Honours) (BAdvFin&Econ(Hons))
is your passport to becoming a leader in the fields of finance and economics.
QTAC CODE UQ MINIMUM SELECTION LOWEST ATAR TO DURATION START CAMPUS HONOURS ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
CODE THRESHOLD 2021> RECEIVE AN OFFER 2021< SEMESTER
ATAR / IB ADJUSTED UNADJUSTED
714311 2140 99 / 42 99 94.5 4 years full-time 1 St Lucia Part of standard Qld Year 12 (or equivalent)
(or part-time program, awarded based General English subject (Units 3
equivalent) on grade point average & 4, C); Mathematical Methods or
of specific courses Specialist Mathematics
See ‘Program table explained’ on page 36 (Units 3 & 4, C)
>
Minimum (adjusted) selection threshold 2021 is the minimum score that was considered for an offer of a place to all applicants.
<
Lowest ATAR to receive an offer refers to all recent secondary students who were offered a place for Semester 1, 2021. The lowest ATAR (Adjusted) refers to the ATAR plus any adjustment factors.
The Lowest ATAR (Unadjusted) refers to the lowest ATAR excluding any adjustment factors.
Why Advanced Finance and At the end of your third year, you will Professional memberships
Economics at UQ? choose to major in either economics As a graduate, you may be eligible for
or finance, or complete a more general membership with this professional body:
This program closely integrates the
pathway and undertake a range of
disciplines of economics and finance and
electives, an individual research topic, and
allows you to focus on core areas at a
a team project.
high level. Experience courses exclusive
to this program where you'll forge lifelong
personal and professional connections Career opportunities
with your cohort. Potential career pathways include
Working with our world-class academic investment banking, funds management,
staff will help you establish strong management and financial consulting,
For more information
links with leading employers. You may economics, international finance and
trade or employment with a government business.uq.edu.au/study
also have the opportunity to study a
semester abroad at one of our prominent agency such as the Reserve Bank of
international partner universities. Australia. You may also go on to study for
a higher degree by research (HDR).
What you will study
Honours
What are the economic and social
outcomes of policy changes? What effect Honours is awarded to all graduates of
has the global financial crisis had on this program in the following classes
macroeconomic theory and monetary (based on GPA): Class I, Class IIA, Class
policy? Which financial issues confront IIB, Class IIIA, Class IIIB.
most companies? Explore these issues
and more in this interdisciplinary program Majors
jointly taught by the Business School and You can develop greater depth of
the School of Economics. knowledge by undertaking a major that
You will develop the analytical rigour and is relevant to your desired career. A
technical knowledge to be an economist major consists of courses from one area
in a variety of public and private sector of specialisation to provide additional
careers or a leader in finance, investment insight into the discipline. Undertaking
banking, capital markets, equity or a major may lead to further study in the
venture capital. discipline through a higher degree by
research, such as a PhD.
10 BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022UQ’s Business and
Economics offerings are
ranked #41 in the world
and #2 in Australia
Times Higher Education World University
Subject Rankings, 2021
“The high calibre of lecturers
and tutors across all courses
has allowed me to develop
strong academic foundations
across finance and economics,
which I believe will set
me up extremely well for
postgraduate study and
a future career in either field.”
Josephine Auer
Bachelor of Advanced Finance and
Economics (Honours) graduate
Josephine was the UQ Graduate of the
Year 2020.
BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022 11Benefit from industry
placements and internships
with leading businesses
Bachelor of
Business Management
Do you have big ambitions for your career in business? The Bachelor of Business
Management (BBusMan) teaches all the fundamentals you will need for your future
while offering flexible majors to focus your desired career path.
QTAC CODE UQ MINIMUM SELECTION LOWEST ATAR TO DURATION START CAMPUS HONOURS DUAL PROGRAM AVAILABLE ADMISSION
CODE THRESHOLD 2021> RECEIVE AN OFFER 2021< SEMESTER REQUIREMENTS
ATAR / IB ADJUSTED UNADJUSTED
709001 2171 80 / 29 80.55 78.55 3 years 1, 2 St Lucia Additional Arts, Commerce, Qld Year 12 (or
full-time (or year of Communication, equivalent) General
part-time study Computer Science, Design, English subject (Units
equivalent) Economics, Education 3 & 4, C); and one of
(Secondary), Engineering General Mathematics,
(Honours), Information Mathematical
Technology, Journalism, Methods or Specialist
Laws (Honours), Mathematics (Units 3
Mathematics, Science, & 4, C)
Tourism, Hospitality and
See ‘Program table explained’ on page 36 Event Management
>
Minimum (adjusted) selection threshold 2021 is the minimum score that was considered for an offer of a place to all applicants.
<
Lowest ATAR to receive an offer refers to all recent secondary students who were offered a place for Semester 1, 2021. The lowest ATAR (Adjusted) refers to the ATAR plus any adjustment factors.
The Lowest ATAR (Unadjusted) refers to the lowest ATAR excluding any adjustment factors.
Why Business Management at UQ? What you will study Honours
The Bachelor of Business Management How do group dynamics affect employee Our honours program provides an
will prepare you to be a strategic business behaviour? How do you manage digital opportunity for high achievers to spend
leader so you can stay ahead of the game, marketing and social media content? an extra year learning in-demand business
no matter what the world throws at you. How can businesses make a profit while and research skills. These attributes are
Our academic staff are leaders in their helping communities? How can businesses highly valued by employers, giving you a
fields, working to find solutions to some incorporate sustainability into their competitive advantage.
of the world’s most pressing issues. planning? You will explore the answers
Their research and consulting activities to these questions and more during your Majors
ensure our teaching is at the forefront of business management studies. The Business Management program provides
contemporary business knowledge. This program covers topical and innovative you with a comprehensive foundation for
We firmly believe in providing you with study areas such as entrepreneurship a successful career in business. Choose
practical experiences to build on your and business information systems. You'll from the following majors: Business
knowledge, including applied projects, real- discover that business management is Economics, Business Information Systems,
life case studies, guest lectures by industry future-oriented, allowing you to adapt to Human Resources, Innovation and
experts, and opportunities for placements rapidly changing business environments. Entrepreneurship, International Business,
and internships with leading businesses. Leadership and Management Science, and
By the time you graduate, you will have Career opportunities Marketing.
the skills to confidently lead people and This program opens up a wide range of
innovative projects. career opportunities in the public, private For more information
and not-for-profit sectors. Many of our business.uq.edu.au/study
alumni work in leadership positions across
various industries.
Professional memberships
As a graduate, you may be eligible for memberships with a diverse range of professional bodies:
12 BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022“My experience at UQ has been
challenging and fun. I undertook an
internship at W Brisbane. It was an
amazing firsthand experience of a
fast-paced HR environment. It was
so beneficial and complemented the
theory I learnt in my business courses.”
Caitlin Culverhouse-Steadman
Bachelor of Business Management / Bachelor
of International Hotel and Tourism Management
graduate
BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022 13Ranked #48 in the world for
accounting and finance
QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2021
Bachelor of
Commerce
The Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) will equip you with the fundamental knowledge,
a strong commercial focus and the necessary skills for a career in accounting, financial
management, banking, business analysis, business information systems and management.
QTAC UQ MINIMUM SELECTION LOWEST ATAR TO RECEIVE DURATION START CAMPUS HONOURS DUAL PROGRAM AVAILABLE ADMISSION
CODE CODE THRESHOLD 2021> AN OFFER 2021< SEMESTER REQUIREMENTS
ATAR / IB ADJUSTED UNADJUSTED
711001 2336 85 / 31 85.4 83.4 3 years 1, 2 St Lucia Additional Arts, Business Qld Year 12 (or
full-time (or year of Management, Computer equivalent) General
part-time study Science, Economics, English subject (Units
equivalent) Engineering (Honours), 3 & 4, C); Mathematical
Information Technology, Methods (Units 3 & 4, C)
Laws (Honours),
See ‘Program table explained’ on page 36 Mathematics, Science
>
Minimum (adjusted) selection threshold 2021 is the minimum score that was considered for an offer of a place to all applicants.
<
Lowest ATAR to receive an offer refers to all recent secondary students who were offered a place for Semester 1, 2021. The lowest ATAR (Adjusted) refers to the ATAR plus any adjustment factors. The
Lowest ATAR (Unadjusted) refers to the lowest ATAR excluding any adjustment factors.
Why Commerce at UQ? auditor’s responsibility? How can big Honours
Equip yourself with the knowledge, focus data be analysed to add value? What Our honours program is a challenging
and skills for a career in accounting, issues arise from operating in a virtual and rewarding additional year of study.
banking, finance or business analytics. After corporate environment? You will investigate As an honours student, you will hone your
examining the fundamental principles of these topics and more as you study our business and finance knowledge and skills
commerce, you’ll learn how you can apply commerce program. You'll also have the through research and advanced coursework.
and adapt them in response to specific opportunity to build on your skills through Honours is a small-intake program,
challenges faced by businesses. You’ll build programs like the Student Managed admitting only the top graduates from the
specialised knowledge and skills by studying Investment Fund where you can manage a Bachelor of Commerce.
up to two majors. With four diverse majors real ASX portfolio.
to choose from, you can deep dive into your If you are seeking an in-depth understanding Majors
area of interest. of how accounting, business information
This program provides you with a
systems, business analytics, and finance add
comprehensive foundation for a successful
What you will study value to business and the global economy,
career in business and commerce.
then this program is for you.
How can business performance be Compulsory courses in areas such as
measured and assessed? What aspects management accounting, finance, and
of performance can be improved and Career opportunities information systems will equip you with
how? How can company, project and This program will set you up for a thriving necessary core commerce skills. You'll then
investment value be determined to career in the public or private sector in build on these by undertaking a major
make buy/sell decisions? How do foreign accounting, banking, financial management, relevant to your desired career. Choose
markets, derivatives and debt markets business analysis, business information from: Accounting, Business Analytics,
affect a client’s portfolio? What is an systems and general management. Business Information Systems, and Finance.
For more information
business.uq.edu.au/study
Professional memberships
As a graduate, you may be eligible for memberships with a diverse range of professional bodies:
14 BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022“The best thing about UQ is
the atmosphere. You're in an
environment where you're
surrounded by other students
who are just as driven and
committed to learning your
particular pursuit.”
Dhruv Goel
Bachelor of Commerce /
Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022 15The only Australian university
to offer programs with UNWTO
TedQual* certification
* United Nations World Tourism Organization Tourism
Education Qualification
Bachelor of
Tourism, Hospitality and
Event Management
The Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management (BTHEM) will open up exciting
career opportunities for you in the global tourism industry. This program will prepare you
for a successful professional and managerial career in tourism, hospitality or events.
QTAC UQ MINIMUM SELECTION LOWEST ATAR TO DURATION START CAMPUS DUAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
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ATAR / IB AVAILABLE
ADJUSTED UNADJUSTED
777001 2473 80 / 29 83.3 81.3 3 years full-time 1, 2 St Lucia Arts, Qld Year 12 (or equivalent) General
(or part-time Business English subject (Units 3 & 4, C); General
equivalent) Management Mathematics, Mathematical Methods or
Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
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adjustment factors. The Lowest ATAR (Unadjusted) refers to the lowest ATAR excluding any adjustment factors.
Why Tourism, Hospitality and Event What you will study and internationally in a range of fields such
Management at UQ? How can we promote tourism and ensure as travel consultancy, festival management,
the sustainability of natural resources? How sponsorship and fundraising, and hotel and
The Business School is internationally
can social media impact the way we travel? resort management.
recognised for its tourism programs
and is the only Australian university to What effects will the world’s growing
offer programs with UNWTO TedQual* population have on tourism? Honours
certification. You'll examine all of these issues and more Our honours program functions as an
The BTHEM program blends cutting-edge as part of the BTHEM program. You'll have extra year of high-quality study, showing
research and theory with practical exercises opportunities to develop, promote and employers you have what it takes to excel in
to develop your managerial abilities and deliver events; design and market tourist the tourism, hospitality or events industries.
business acumen. Our lecturers have strong facilities and attractions; and engage The high-level research skills you develop
industry and research experience, integrating in and evaluate hospitality encounters. will open up further opportunities for you
their expertise into their teaching. Contemporary issues such as sustainability, in industry, or they could lead to a higher
innovation and customer service will be degree by research (HDR) program.
A special feature of this program is its work
integrated learning component, which explored at local, regional and global
levels. You will learn to develop solutions Majors
offers you access to hands-on opportunities
including individual placements, executive to current and future industry challenges, Develop in-depth skills and practical
shadowing positions, wine immersion creating change wherever you go. experience by choosing majors relevant
programs, Disney World internships, and to your desired career. Choose one or
domestic and international study tours. Career opportunities two majors from: Hotel and Hospitality
Thanks to your advanced management Management or Tourism and Event
* United Nations World Tourism Organization
Tourism Education Qualification training and impressive professional Management.
networks, you will be well positioned for a
promising career in the tourism, hospitality For more information
or events industries. Our graduates are in business.uq.edu.au/study
high demand with employers both locally
Professional memberships
As a graduate you may be eligible for memberships with a diverse range of professional bodies: The Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality and
Event Management was formerly known
as the Bachelor of International Hotel and
Tourism Management.
16 BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022“My lecturers are leading
experts in their fields,
allowing me to gain a
practical understanding of the
industry and build a strong
academic foundation for my
career. Being surrounded by
inspirational and insightful
academics is one of the most
rewarding things about
studying at UQ.”
Madeleine Butler
Bachelor of International Hotel and
Tourism Management /
Bachelor of Arts graduate
BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022 17#3 in the world for research into efficiency and productivity RePEc, December 2020
School of
Economics
Study with one of the largest and most influential economics
schools in Australia.
Highly ranked Academic and
UQ’s School of Economics is consistently
ranked in the top five per cent of research-
industry leaders
intensive economics departments in the Our accomplished scholars claim a large
world.* Our world-class academic staff share of Australia’s economics honours,
and diverse courses will equip you with competitive research grants, prestigious
theoretical knowledge to address real-life fellowships and high-quality publications.
problems. We are home to more than 60 active
teaching and research staff, including
Economics provides meaningful solutions
specialists in energy and climate change,
to many of the big issues facing our world,
productivity and efficiency analysis,
such as climate change, ageing populations,
development economics, and labour and
complex international trade negotiations,
agricultural economics.
and financial competition in an increasingly
globalised world.
* Research Papers in Economics (RePEc) Careers
Our graduates work as economists in
Push your consultancies, financial services firms
and global corporations, as well as for
boundaries government and international agencies
including the Reserve Bank of Australia,
Our stimulating academic environment
the World Bank, the International Monetary
attracts the brightest and best economics
Fund, and federal and state treasuries.
students from around the country and
Training in economics teaches you to
internationally. You will be encouraged to
analyse and make decisions – skills that are
be part of the rigorous debates that
in demand in most professions, which is
challenge and extend conventional
why economics is one of the most popular
economic thought.
combinations in dual programs.
Top 2 economics department in
Australia
RePEc, February 2021
BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022 19Bachelor of
Economics
As a Bachelor of Economics (BEcon) student, you will learn how people and organisations make
decisions about using our scarce resources. Economics will train you to question, analyse, model
and predict human behaviour – skills that are highly desirable in the workplace.
QTAC UQ MINIMUM SELECTION LOWEST ATAR TO DURATION START CAMPUS HONOURS DUAL PROGRAM AVAILABLE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
CODE CODE THRESHOLD 2021> RECEIVE AN OFFER 2021< SEMESTER
ATAR / IB ADJUSTED UNADJUSTED
714001 2467 85 / 31 85.75 83.75 3 years 1, 2 St Lucia Additional Arts, Business Qld Year 12 (or equivalent)
full-time (or year of Management, Commerce, General English subject
part-time study Engineering (Honours), (Units 3 & 4, C);
equivalent) Laws (Honours), Mathematical Methods
See ‘Program table explained’ on page 36 Mathematics, Science (Units 3 & 4, C).
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Lowest ATAR (Unadjusted) refers to the lowest ATAR excluding any adjustment factors.
2018
ATAR
88.90
Why Economics at UQ? Career opportunities Majors
UQ is the only institution in Queensland, Economics graduates are in high demand You can develop greater depth of
and one of a select few in Australia, to by employers. You could work as an analyst, knowledge by undertaking a major in an
offer the Bachelor of Economics. The adviser, consultant, economist or researcher area that is relevant to your desired career.
School of Economics is Queensland’s in a range of fields including international Choose from: Economics and Public Policy,
largest, most experienced and influential consulting, infrastructure development Economics of Strategy and Behaviour,
economics school, with more than 60 and planning, environmental management, International and Financial Economics, and
teaching and research staff. Our School’s international finance, investment and trade, Quantitative Analysis.
research-intensive focus ensures content is natural resource and agricultural economics,
engaging and relevant for graduates today public health, treasury and statistics. For more information
and into the future. If you choose to study economics.uq.edu.au/study/
here, you will develop a range of statistical Honours undergraduate-programs
and analytical tools that you can use to Our honours program is an extra year of
solve pivotal policy and decision-making intensive study for high-achieving students
challenges for business and government. within a small-group learning environment.
Honours will equip you with an advanced
What you will study set of economics and research tools that
What does it mean if the Reserve Bank of will prove valuable as an economist or in a
Australia reduces the cash rate? How can higher degree by research (HDR) program.
economies protect themselves against
climate change? What are the benefits
of free trade, and do economic sanctions
work? How can the government encourage UQ offers the only
Professional memberships
innovation? These are just some of the Bachelor of Economics
questions that a Bachelor of Economics at As a graduate, you may be eligible for
UQ will help you answer. memberships with a diverse range of in Queensland
Initially, you will develop core economic skills professional bodies:
through a set of compulsory courses. You
will then be able to tailor the program to
your interests by choosing elective courses in
areas such as econometrics, financial markets,
international trade and development, and
the economics of business, health, labour,
resources and the environment.
20 BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022“The best things about the
Bachelor of Economics are the
practicality and the versatility
– how it further prepares us to
be analytical individuals ready
for the corporate world. The
program ensures all students
obtain a holistic understanding
of economics; be it macro,
micro, or analytical skills and
so much more.”
Ivory Law
Bachelor of Economics graduate
Global Leaders Scholarship recipient
BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022 21UQ offers Queensland's
only BPPE(Hons)
program
Bachelor of
Politics, Philosophy
and Economics (Honours)
The Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (Honours) (BPPE(Hons)) program
combines rigorous cross-disciplinary training and explores global policy challenges to help
you pursue a leadership career in business, politics, the not-for-profit sector or academia.
QTAC CODE UQ MINIMUM SELECTION LOWEST ATAR TO DURATION START CAMPUS HONOURS ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
CODE THRESHOLD 2021> RECEIVE AN OFFER 2021< SEMESTER
ATAR / IB ADJUSTED UNADJUSTED
714112 2412 94 / 36 94 89.5 4 years full-time 1 St Lucia Part of standard program, Qld Year 12 (or equivalent)
(or part-time awarded based on grade General English subject
equivalent) point average of specific (Units 3 & 4, C); and
courses Mathematical Methods or
Specialist Mathematics
See ‘Program table explained’ on page 36 (Units 3 & 4, C)
>
Minimum (adjusted) selection threshold 2021 is the minimum score that was considered for an offer of a place to all applicants.
<
Lowest ATAR to receive an offer refers to all recent secondary students who were offered a place for Semester 1, 2021. The lowest ATAR (Adjusted) refers
to the ATAR plus any adjustment factors. The Lowest ATAR (Unadjusted) refers to the lowest ATAR excluding any adjustment factors.
Why Politics, Philosophy and Career opportunities Politics
Economics at UQ? You will be extremely employable in As a student in this major, you will study
UQ has joined a distinguished group of analytical and decision-making positions the interactions of state and market
world-leading universities offering a Bachelor in the public, private and not-for-profit in great detail through case studies of
of Politics, Philosophy and Economics sectors, as an economic or social analyst, particular policies and institutions, and at
(Honours). We are the only university in policymaker, public commentator, political a more general level through theories of
Queensland to offer the program, and one adviser, or as a leader in international affairs governance and politics.
of only a handful in Australia. or the diplomatic services. Careers: Graduates enjoy careers in policy-
This cross-disciplinary program combines You will also be well prepared for making areas such as government, the public
broad and rigorous training in the postgraduate study. You may choose to and not-for-profit sectors, and business.
foundations of politics, philosophy and further your research ambitions by enrolling
Philosophy
economics. in a Master of Philosophy or PhD program,
where you will continue to develop your The study of philosophy will introduce you
Our schools are home to internationally to key ideas in a range of areas of inquiry
renowned scholars. School of Economics skills and make significant contributions
to knowledge. including epistemology, ethics, logic,
academics claim a disproportionate share of metaphysics, the history of philosophy, and
Australia’s economics honours, competitive the philosophy of disciplines such as art,
research grants and fellowships. The School Honours
science, education and politics. You will receive
of Political Science and International Honours is awarded to all graduates of this intellectual training in the critical evaluation
Studies is one of the world’s leading centres program in the following classes (based on of theories and arguments, and learn how
for the study of national and global politics, GPA): Class I, Class IIA, Class IIB, Class IIIA, to construct arguments and communicate
and is ranked equal first in Australia for Class IIIB. ideas in a clear and powerful way. You will
research (2020 Shanghai Rankings). also acquire advanced analytical reasoning
Majors skills and general problem-solving abilities.
What you will study From your second year, you may choose In addition, philosophy will help you develop
You will study together as a cohort of to specialise in one particular discipline, sound methods of research and analysis that
highly motivated and high-achieving earning a major in politics, philosophy or can be applied in your other courses.
PPE specialists, drawing on a historical, economics.
social, political and economic knowledge
base to examine current and future global
challenges.
22 BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022“As a PPE student, you can
shape your studies to suit
your ambitions. I love that
it combines maths analysis,
economics, writing and
philosophy. I feel confident
going into any project or job
knowing I’m well-rounded
and can tackle any problem
thrown at me.”
Greer Clarke
Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy
and Economics (Honours) graduate
Careers: Graduates enjoy careers in fields globalisation, health, development and the For more information
including diplomatic and foreign affairs, environment. You will undertake advanced-
economics.uq.edu.au/study/
the arts, financial services, business, law, level coursework in microeconomics or
undergraduate-programs
public policy, social science, teaching and macroeconomics, including relevant study
academia. of econometrics.
Economics Careers: Graduates enjoy careers as
This program is currently under review.
analysts, advisers or economists in
The study of economics is central to the Please visit future-students.uq.edu.au for
the public and private sectors in fields
understanding of business, markets, trade, up-to-date information but note, changes
including business, finance, international may not be reflected there until late 2021.
government policies, international issues,
development, management and research.
BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022 23“The UQ Law School LEAD Scholarship has shaped my university experience and allowed me to confidently take my place as a law student at UQ. LEAD Scholarship recipients are from various backgrounds – this brings different opinions and insights to the classroom.” Michelle O'Grady Bachelor of Economics / Bachelor of Laws (Honours) UQ Law School LEAD Scholarship recipient Watch an interview with Michelle about the LEAD scholarship:
Law School
Study at one of the most prestigious and respected
law schools in Australia.
Premier legal Academic and
education industry leaders
We're a leading Australian law school Our staff bring a wealth of practical
with an illustrious history. Our School expertise, along with qualifications from
boasts world-class, state-of-the-art leading institutions across the world. They
facilities including one of Queensland’s are talented and committed researchers
largest law libraries and the Sir Harry and educators who are recognised for
Gibbs Moot Court. We offer a premier their teaching excellence both nationally
legal education through small- and internationally. You will benefit
group teaching complemented by a from additional teaching and research
comprehensive co-curricular program. expertise delivered by visiting academics,
professionals and adjunct professors.
Push your Careers
boundaries Since welcoming our first students in
1936, we have earned a distinguished
Our expanding international outlook reputation as Queensland’s leading
combines innovative research with provider of legal education, producing
advanced teaching and learning. Our highly sought-after graduates.
collaborative learning environment will
We attract the best and brightest
challenge and stimulate you to develop
students from Australia and abroad
a comprehensive understanding of
through our competitive entry
the law while cultivating excellence in
requirements. We cultivate exceptional
critical reasoning and lateral thinking.
legal thinkers and leaders who use their
discipline, ingenuity and initiative to
change and enrich the world.
Ranked as the 39th best
law school in the world
QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2020
BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022 25Learning beyond
the classroom
UQ Law School has fostered strong working relationships
with the community and the legal profession. Through “Through the UQ Pro Bono
these relationships, our students influence the law and Centre, I have undertaken
its institutions for the benefit of society. numerous projects, from
updating legal resources
utilised daily by a
community legal centre,
to undertaking research
The UQ Pro Bono Centre Co-curricular Education Program
work for a Justice of the
Since 2009, the UQ Pro Bono Centre has In partnership with the UQ Law Alumni
fostered students’ participation in providing Association, the Co-curricular Education
Supreme Court of Papua
legal assistance and support for pro bono Program complements core areas of study New Guinea. The UQ
and public interest work. The Centre partners to give you a real-world understanding of Pro Bono Centre allows
with private law firms, barristers, community how the concepts you are studying manifest
students to gain practical
legal centres and non-government in legal practice.
organisations. experience in the legal
All first-year students have the opportunity
By applying your classroom learning to to participate in an immersion day at the sector and support the
real-life situations, you will make important Supreme Court that includes a guided tour, furthering of access
contributions to unmet legal needs in your observation of a trial, and presentations by to justice.”
community, all before graduation. eminent legal professionals.
law.uq.edu.au/uq-pro-bono-centre
Internships and work experience Mitree Vongphakdi
Clinical Legal Education Bachelor of Commerce /
You will gain valuable work experience
Gain valuable work experience for academic Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
by undertaking an internship. Prospective
credit in a social justice setting through the employers value work experience, and
elective law course LAWS5180. Students interning is a great way for you to develop
undertake legal work under the close your skills and enhance your CV.
supervision of experienced lawyers.
The Aurora Native Title Internship Program variety of international locations to make
Pro Bono Roster a real contribution to justice while living
This program places Australian law
The Centre’s Pro Bono Roster provides students with Native Title Representative overseas for short durations. Examples of
volunteer opportunities within the legal Bodies (NTRB) and other Indigenous projects include:
profession and community organisations, organisations. Typical duties include • environmental sustainability projects
where you can choose your time preparing briefs for counsel and in Malaysian Borneo
commitment and your preferred method government submissions, conducting legal • Leading as Lawyers workshops with
of support in pro bono work. research, preparing affidavits, and attending the University of Tennessee (Knoxville)
court with NTRB staff.
The Manning St Project • United Nations Commission on
The Manning St Project allows you to pursue The Office of the Director of Public International Trade Law (UNICITRAL)
an interest in policy, advocacy and law Prosecutions (ODPP) Work Experience research in Vienna.
reform, and public interest research. You will Placement Program
work under the supervision of practising Aimed at law students with a genuine Research and publication
lawyers and academics at Caxton Legal interest in criminal law, this program You will be encouraged to engage in
Centre in South Brisbane. will give you exposure to a variety of in-depth research on contemporary legal
criminal law matters and will develop your issues and be supported in your efforts to
knowledge of the criminal justice system. have your research published. You will have
opportunities to work closely with leading
Transnational Perspectives in Law academics across a variety of areas through
As part of LAWS5233 (Transnational research-intensive course options and our
Perspectives in Law), students travel to a Summer Scholars Program.
26 BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022UQ Law School beat more than 600 teams from around the world
to be crowned the winner of the 2018 Philip C. Jessup International
Law Moot Court Competition in Washington DC, USA.
Mooting
Mooting competitions are mock legal hearings in which legal or factual arguments
are presented in a hypothetical case before a judge, tribunal member or arbitrator.
You can participate in a wide range mooting competitions year after year. In Competition in Washington DC, USA, out
of mooting competitions to help you 2019, UQ triumphed at the International of an impressive 600 competing teams.
develop legal knowledge, research and Maritime Law Arbitration Moot Competition, This was the third time UQ had won this
communication skills. These competitions winning it for the second consecutive year prestigious competition, which is the world’s
are both internal and external, and they and the sixth time overall. We also won the oldest and largest international moot
cover issues ranging from commercial title at our first appearance in the Deakin competition.
disputes to human rights claims. International Commercial Arbitration Moot. Also in 2018, three UQ Law students were
Coached by academic staff and alumni, UQ’s The previous year, our team was crowned victorious at the fourth annual Aboriginal
moot teams have achieved tremendous World Champions of the 2018 Philip C. and Torres Strait Islander Students' Moot at
success in local, national and international Jessup International Law Moot Court the Federal Court of Australia in Brisbane.
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