The Economics major at Western Sydney University provides a broad pluralist perspective on fundamental relationships between individuals, firms, institutions and countries.

Students will learn how economies function, public policy, and how organisations behave affect various social, economic and environmental problems. 

Students are introduced to a wide array of competing economic theories so that they are critically informed about how they can transform the world.

A major in Economics prepares students to be active participants in addressing the wide range of problems faced by governments, social organisations and the business community in the domestic and international economies.

Students who study economics can expect to develop their analytical and problem-solving skills and to be intellectually challenged, whether they view the discipline as providing specific vocational skills or as an area of academic and intellectual interest to them.

An Economics major is highly regarded in the business world and opens up a wide range of career prospects in general business, finance and the public sector.

Work Integrated Learning

Western Sydney University seeks to enhance student learning experiences by enabling students to engage in the culture, expectations and practices of their profession or discipline.  

This program includes placement or other community-based unpaid practical experience.

There is a mandatory work component required for the completion of this program. 

• Academic transcripts
• Graduation/completion certificates for any completed qualifications
• Original language and official English language translations for all documents not in English
• English language test results (if applicable)
• Passport or Visa documents (if applicable)
• Syllabus/detailed course outlines if you require a credit assessment

Eligibility for admission to the Bachelor of Business is based on the following minimum requirements:

Year 12 HSC (or equivalent); or completed Diploma of Business Western Sydney University The College; or completed relevant VET award.

Assumed Knowledge: Mathematics and any two units of English. Students unable to demonstrate sufficient mathematics achievement levels will be required to use one of the elective units to increase their mathematical aptitude. This will not lengthen the period of study.

China:

• Successful completion of Gao San with an 80% average in 3 years.

India: 

• Indian Higher Secondary School Certificate (State Boards): Successful completion of Higher Secondary Certificate with a pass of 70% in the best 4 core subjects
• All India School Certificate (CBSE): Successful completion of AISCE (CBSE) with an overall GPA of 60% in the best 4 core subjects
• Indian School Certificate (ISC): Successful completion of ISCE with an overall GPA of 60% in the best 4 core subjects

Iran:

• Successful completion of a recognised foundation studies program, 1 year of university studies or completion of a qualification equivalent to an Australian AQF Certificate IV

Foundations Studies Programs

Western Sydney University International College offers students a range of Foundations Studies Programs in:

• Business
• Health Science and Nursing
• Science

Programs are designed to prepare students for university study by offering subjects that are an introduction to the knowledge and skills needed for an undergraduate degree at Western Sydney University.