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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 3 54,900+ in Queensland Campuses students from more than #1 for graduate employability 6 140 QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2020 Faculties countries university More national State-of-the-art in Australia in teaching awards facilities #1 the prestigious than any other Nature index Australian university CONTENTS Why study

Why study with us? 2 Double your opportunities 4 with us? Are you an international student? 5 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 a meaningful career helping to resolve some Bachelor of Business Management 12 Our award-winning lecturers have extensive academic and industry expertise and of the world’s greatest challenges, including Bachelor of Commerce 14 are dedicated to helping you succeed. business productivity and investment decisions, the allocation of humanitarian Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality and In addition to class contact time, we aid, complex environmental issues and the Event Management 16 offer academic advice, peer-assisted 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 of change-making careers in the public, on ethical and social responsibility – and 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.

2 BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022 + 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 > < DURATION > < QTAC CODE THRESHOLD 2021 AN OFFER 2021 QTAC CODE THRESHOLD 2021 AN OFFER 2021 (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) Business Management / Economics 714201 5 97* / 39* 97.4 92.5 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

x 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 > 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 Strike a balance Graduate with two bachelor's degrees Why compromise? Get study/life 33 in as little as four years – a much shorter balance by combining programs that 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 4 BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022 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/ exciting opportunities to Queensland Year 12 with a score campus-tours for credit transfer. I comparable to the ATAR or Queensland Program guides Year 12 Rank (prior to 2020) specified for was excited about UQ's future-students.uq.edu.au/teachers- your program guidance-counsellors competitive ranking, • 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 future-students.uq.edu.au/admissions/ expenses such as visa and medical (pre- fee, books and equipment, health insurance, undergraduate/consider-your-pathway- departure) fees, general living expenses, administration, accommodation, and options establishment costs such as buying furniture, 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 students from 142 a campus tour. 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 Top MBA Program # 1 in Queensland Top 50 worldwide Business # 1 for student quality in the world The Economist, Full-time MBA Ranking 2021 School

Study with one of Australia’s best business schools.

Top ranked Academic and The Business School fosters courageous industry leaders thinkers and empowers future leaders to 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 provides considerable flexibility depending on or academia. 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 course in leadership and strategy will program in the following classes (based on GPA): thesis for those who want to enter into provide an opportunity for you to apply your Class I, Class IIA, Class IIB, Class IIIA, Class IIIB. 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 by choosing majors that are relevant to your You'll study a wide range of advanced recognised honours degree that will help desired career. Choose from Accounting, business courses, providing the most you stand out in a competitive job market. Business Analytics, Business Information comprehensive set of business skills of any Within this program, you will also have Systems, Finance, Human Resources, undergraduate program at UQ. 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 9 Bachelor 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.

> 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 This program closely integrates the membership with this professional body: 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, management and financial consulting, staff will help you establish strong For more information links with leading employers. You may economics, international finance and business.uq.edu.au/study also have the opportunity to study a trade or employment with a government 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 2022 UQ’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 11 Benefit 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

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 13 Ranked #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 of how accounting, business information area of interest. This program provides you with a systems, business analytics, and finance add comprehensive foundation for a successful value to business and the global economy, What you will study 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 15 The 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 CODE CODE THRESHOLD 2021> RECEIVE AN OFFER 2021< SEMESTER PROGRAM AVAILABLE ATAR / IB 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) See ‘Program table explained’ on page 36

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, sponsorship and fundraising, and hotel and The Business School is internationally the sustainability of natural resources? How resort management. recognised for its tourism programs can social media impact the way we travel? 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 degree by research (HDR) program. A special feature of this program is its work innovation and customer service will be integrated learning component, which explored at local, regional and global Majors offers you access to hands-on opportunities levels. You will learn to develop solutions 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 Management or Tourism and Event * United Nations World Tourism Organization Thanks to your advanced management 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 industry leaders ranked in the top five per cent of research- 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 19 Bachelor 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). > 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 Lowest2018 ATAR (Unadjusted) refers to the lowest ATAR excluding any adjustment factors. 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 innovation? These are just some of the Professional memberships 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 21 UQ 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.

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. further your research ambitions by enrolling foundations of politics, philosophy and 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 Honours the philosophy of disciplines such as art, research grants and fellowships. The School 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 analysts, advisers or economists in This program is currently under review. 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 government policies, international issues, may not be reflected there until late 2021. development, management and research.

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“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 25 Learning 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. experience in the legal organisations. 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 You will gain valuable work experience Bachelor of Commerce / Bachelor of Laws (Honours) Gain valuable work experience for academic 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 This program places Australian law a real contribution to justice while living 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 2022 UQ 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.

BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022 27 Bachelor of Laws (Honours)

The Bachelor of Laws (Honours) (LLB(Hons)) prepares you for success in the legal profession. Distinguished by rigour, depth and conceptual sophistication, you will develop knowledge and skills that can be used to shape societies, governments and, ultimately, the world.

QTAC UQ MINIMUM SELECTION LOWEST ATAR TO DURATION START CAMPUS HONOURS DUAL PROGRAM ADMISSION CODE CODE THRESHOLD 2021> RECEIVE AN OFFER 2021< SEMESTER AVAILABLE REQUIREMENTS ATAR / IB ADJUSTED UNADJUSTED 718001 2471 97 / 39 97.05 94.15 4 years full-time 1 St Lucia Part of standard Arts, Business Qld Year 12 (or (or part-time program, awarded Management, equivalent) equivalent) based on grade Commerce, Computer General English point average of Science, Economics, subject (Units 3 specific courses Humanities, & 4, C) See ‘Program table explained’ on page 36 Journalism, 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 Law at UQ? Career opportunities International recognition Our courses are taught in seminar settings Legal practitioners where you will have the opportunity to After completing a Bachelor of Laws The LLB(Hons) fulfils the academic expand your knowledge with your peers (Honours) from UQ, you must also satisfy requirements for admission as a legal and professors in an active learning the practical legal training requirements practitioner throughout Australia. environment. The Forgan Smith building Students from Singapore, Malaysia or before you can be admitted as a legal has been refurbished specifically for law India may use the program to fulfil the practitioner. students. The informal learning spaces academic qualifications required for admission to the legal profession in are popular as they provide a comfortable Examples of career opportunities include: their home country. Once admitted in environment to study alone or in groups. • Solicitor Australia, international students may The LLB(Hons) program offers a thorough Solicitors (as sole practitioners or in law need to complete conversion modules understanding of the concepts, principles, firms) are usually the first point of contact to be eligible for admission in their home policies and values of the law, both in country. for members of the public seeking legal Australia and other jurisdictions. It strives to advice. Solicitors are also employed by develop outstanding skills in critical, rational businesses, government and community, and analytical thinking, and will teach you to and international bodies to provide legal craft clear and persuasive arguments – skills advice, prepare legal documents, develop that will be valuable in whatever career path policy and advise on legal reform issues. you choose. You will graduate with an internationally • Barrister respected honours qualification, with Barristers represent their clients’ interests in advanced knowledge and skills that court proceedings as specialist advocates. are transferable across a wide range of Usually they work independently and careers. Your degree will set you apart in a choose to specialise in particular areas of competitive job market while also providing the law. They also provide oral or written a pathway to future research or learning. advice on matters within those areas. In addition to the courses required for professional admission, the diverse range of elective courses and exclusive co-curricular activities will provide opportunities to put the knowledge you have acquired in the classroom into practice.

28 BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022 “UQ has given me many opportunities to grow, develop and learn new skills. I have completed pro bono work with the UQ Pro Bono Centre, been on the executive of the UQ Criminology & Criminal Justice Society, and been a member of the UQ Law Revue and TEDxUQ. All these experiences have greatly enriched my time at university and the skillset I have gained has provided me with a strong foundation to confidently enter the workplace.”

Sarah Ridgway-Cross Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Laws (Honours) graduate

Industry • Business Honours In addition to being a prerequisite for legal Using their law program – often combined Honours is awarded to all graduates practice, the analytical and research skills with a business management, commerce of this program in the following classes you develop in this program will help you or economics program – many graduates (based on GPA): Class I, Class IIA, secure a career in many other sectors, undertake careers in the business world in Class IIB, Class IIIA, Class IIIB. including: areas such as investment banking, insurance, property development, and management. For more information • Government Others pursue careers in the consulting law.uq.edu.au/ Law graduates work in various sectors of or advisory services industry, working to undergraduate-study state and federal government. They can provide solutions for a wide range of clients. work as legal officers within government departments or may be involved in • Community support and social development developing or administering government Graduates can use their law program, policy. They may also embark on a career in combined with any other program, to the diplomatic and foreign service. work for industry associations, lobby and • Corporate environmental groups, social service groups, think tanks, community service organisations, Many law graduates work as in-house legal aid and community legal centres. lawyers for large companies, where they undertake work in a wide variety Academia of areas such as corporate governance, insurance, environmental compliance and Law graduates are well equipped to pursue employment law. careers in academia. Those with a passion for research and teaching can pursue further study and seek positions where they can contribute to legal scholarship while educating the next generation of legal practitioners.

BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022 29 Design your future

As a Business, Economics and Law (BEL) student, you have exclusive access to a suite of career services to help you map your journey to lifelong career success.

The BEL Career Services team is dedicated organisations to connect you with work to helping you take action and design your opportunities and to support industry personally determined future – whatever awareness and engagement. In a highly that might look like. competitive job market, we’ll empower you to reach your career goals. We recommend developing your Connect with a personal employability skills and building your You can access our tailored BEL Career industry mentor personal and professional profiles as soon Services programs at every stage of as you start at UQ. You will be supported your studies – as an undergraduate and, via the BEL Career by our dedicated program for first-year if you pursue further study at UQ, as a Mentoring Program students, which is designed to guide you postgraduate student, as well as for six through your early career journey and give months after graduation. you the best chance at future success. From second year onwards, the BEL We’re here to help You can also find us on campus: Career Services team will help you to boost Room 107, Level 1, Colin Clark (Building 39), Visit: bel.uq.edu.au/careers or contact your career-readiness. You can access a St Lucia campus us by email [email protected] or by range of online workshops and in-person phone +61 7 3365 4222. support to help you be on the forefront of industry trends and expectations, ready for Connect with us on Facebook to keep up graduation. to date with the latest career development opportunities offered to BEL students: We partner with external employers, alumni, facebook.com/UQBELCareerServices business, government, and community

“The BEL Career Services team helped enhance my teamwork, communication and time management skills. Their events and external partnerships give students a leap in gaining industry experience. My team and I were privileged to work closely with the Queensland Ballet to grow and analyse their ambassador program using data analysis techniques on real data. I learned how economic analysis of certain industries is incorporated into the decision-making process.”

Fergus O'Donnell Bachelor of Commerce / Bachelor of Economics graduate

30 BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022 A truly global network

You know the importance of thinking and acting globally. So do we. Our worldwide partner and alumni networks give you the international opportunities and connections to enhance your learning, life skills and employment prospects from the start of your degree to long after you graduate.

While you are at UQ Take a short-term experience Global Startup AdVentures While studying, you can participate Learn alongside a startup in some of the Grow your global network in short-term global and virtual study world’s most vibrant startup hot spots experiences scheduled during the semester – including San Francisco, Shanghai, As a UQ student, St Lucia, Herston or Gatton breaks, where you can immerse yourself Shenzhen, Tel Aviv or Singapore. is just the first stop on your university in a new culture for two to eight weeks adventure. Grow your global network ventures.uq.edu.au/startup-adventures to enhance your academic learning through our student exchange program and employability. If you are looking at by studying up to two semesters of your expanding your practical skillset through degree at one of our 180 partner institutions Partner for change short-term work experiences, opportunities in 38 countries. Global connectivity is at the heart of our for Domestic, Virtual and Global Internships vision to create knowledge leadership for You will gain program credit while are available. expanding your world perspective, a better world. From renewable energy enhancing your employability, developing employability.uq.edu.au/get- technologies and sustainable mining your network, and maybe even learning a experiences practices, to disease control and child new language. While on exchange, tuition psychology, our international collaborations fees at the host university are waived as you Make global business connections are working towards a cleaner, healthier and happier future. Explore our impact remain enrolled at and pay fees to UQ. At UQ, you will join a global network of around the world. employability.uq.edu.au/get- more than 287,300 graduates, many of experiences whom are leaders in their fields, including global-engagement.uq.edu.au more than 14,500 PhDs in 170 countries. Unlock new languages You will benefit from an extensive graduate In a global economy, the ability to network, strong industry partnerships and communicate with a wide range of people many notable alumni. is invaluable. Want to brush up on your alumni.uq.edu.au language skills? Current undergraduate students can study a Diploma in Languages alongside any UQ degree. Language classes are also offered to students and the public We are members of the prestigious at our Institute of Modern Languages, where Group of Eight coalition in Australia and you can choose from more than 30 different the leading global network of research languages. universities, Universitas 21. School of Languages and Cultures languages-cultures.uq.edu.au Institute of Modern Languages iml.uq.edu.au

BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022 31 “Receiving a scholarship has reassured me that there is always help available to those who work hard. I thought I may have to defer and seek full-time employment to help my family. However, the scholarship has allowed me to focus on pursuing my studies.”

Rahul Mathur Bachelor of Commerce / Bachelor of Economics Frank Finn Scholarship recipient

32 BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022 Apply for a scholarship

Make your UQ experience more affordable with the support of a scholarship. You may not think you’re eligible for a scholarship, but you might be surprised!

University-wide Business, Economics and Domestic scholarships Law scholarships UQ Law School Leadership, Excellence and Diversity (LEAD) Scholarship UQ has a range of scholarships designed Warren Braxton Bannister Bursaries in to reward the achievements of outstanding Economics For students wishing to study law who have experienced difficult circumstances during school leavers – to identify, support For domestic or international students who their schooling. and develop tomorrow’s leaders, and to have experienced financial hardship and offer support to students who might not demonstrate either academic achievement Award value: $8000 per year for up to otherwise be able to attend university. or the potential to succeed in the study of five years, as well as a dedicated academic If you are completing Year 12 in 2021, or you economics. mentor and a support network through non-residential membership of a UQ completed Year 12 in 2020 and are on a gap Award value: $3000 year, you may be eligible to apply for college. a scholarship. International TC Beirne School of Law Scholarship UQ Academic Scholarships Program For international students wanting to study For an outstanding student seeking The UQ Academic Scholarships Program business, economics or law at UQ, a range admission into either the undergraduate is our flagship undergraduate scholarship of scholarships is offered. Bachelor of Laws (Honours) (LLB (Hons)) scheme. Three scholarships are offered in the or a dual degree program that includes the Business Scholarship for Chinese Students program: UQ Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships, LLB (Hons). UQ Excellence Scholarships and UQ Merit This scholarship is to encourage and Award value: up to $5000 Scholarships. Up to 150 scholarships are support a Chinese student in their business McCullough Robertson Endowed awarded through the program each year. studies. Scholarship for Law Students Award value: $1000 Equity scholarships Awarded to full-time law students on the UQ strongly believes that all students deserve Thomas A Plein Endowed Scholarship basis of academic merit; demonstrated equal access to education. Equity scholarships For US citizens who are enrolled in an disadvantage including social, physical or are designed to financially support students undergraduate or postgraduate business, economic disadvantage; cultural diversity; from low socio-economic, disadvantaged or economics or law program. and personal qualities. under-represented backgrounds. Award value: minimum $3000 Award value: minimum $3000 Study area scholarships Global Leaders Scholarship Schools of Business and Economics Many scholarships are offered for certain Indigenous Student Scholarship academic disciplines. These scholarships The Global Leaders suite of scholarships Awarded to full-time Australian Indigenous might be for students enrolled in a specific are offered to high achieving international students. degree, school or faculty, or for students who students from various countries/regions are researching or studying a particular topic. across the globe. Award number and value: determined by the Faculty each year scholarships.uq.edu.au Award value: refer to individual scholarship rules For these and more business, economics Sporting Law Scholarships for International and law scholarships, visit: Students - Undergraduate bel.uq.edu.au/for-students/scholarships Elite athlete support High-achieving international students UQ is an elite athlete-friendly university, seeking admission into either the which supports over 200 elite-level student- undergraduate Bachelor of Laws (Honours) athletes to manage their sport and studies. (LLB (Hons)) or a dual degree program that Dedicated UQ Sport staff, in partnership includes the LLB (Hons). with UQ, provide academic liaison support Award value: two scholarships are on offer, Please note: All figures were correct at time of to negotiate flexible options for enrolment, printing but are subject to change. for either 25 per cent or 50 per cent of the assessment and course-related needs. See scholarships.uq.edu.au before applying to laws component of your degree program confirm correct values. uqsport.com.au/scholarships

BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022 33 Applying to UQ Follow the steps to apply to UQ and start on the path to your future.

STEP STEP STEP 1 2 3 Choose Apply Accept

Choose your program Apply via QTAC Accept your offer • Read your program options (see pages Apply for admission to UQ undergraduate 1. Log in by clicking ‘Applications’ and then 8–29) programs through the Queensland Tertiary ‘Application Log In’ at qtac.edu.au. • Visit future-students.uq.edu.au. Admissions Centre (QTAC). The QTAC 2. Select ‘Log In’ and enter your details. website explains how to apply and the entry TIP: Check that you meet eligibility, merit 3. Select the Accept offer option. requirements you need. and other entry requirements and meet any 4. Accept your offer. specific program deadlines. List up to six program preferences – but you will only receive one offer – for your highest 5. Activate your student account. A range of study area guides and preference that you are eligible for. Place 6. Go to my.uq.edu.au/starting-at-uq other UQ publications can help you programs in order of preference, placing and follow the instructions. choose the right program. your dream program first and your back-up 7. Get excited about starting at UQ. future-students.uq.edu.au/ options next. teachers-guidance-counsellors

STEP STEP STEP 4 5 6 Enrol Prepare Let’s go!

Enrol in courses Prepare for Week 1 Get ready for the ultimate university 1. Access your program rules, course list and • Complete the steps on the Starting experience other helpful information by logging in to at UQ website. • Prep Week – jump-start your my.uq.edu.au/starting-at-uq. my.uq.edu.au/starting-at-uq. university journey. 2. Choose your courses at • Attend a Getting Started session. • Orientation Week – experience a taste my.uq.edu.au/programs-courses. • Check if you need to attend any program of #uqlife 3. Enrol online at sinet.uq.edu.au. sessions before Orientation Week. • Connect Week – join the social scene, 4. Select preferred class times via My • Pick up your student ID card after you make new friends and link in with your Timetable (in my.UQ portal) have enrolled. academic circle. 5. Pay fees (see page 35). • Get answers to any remaining questions • Culture Week – experience UQ’s diverse before classes start by emailing culture and global networks. [email protected]. • Success Week – learn about the resources available to help you succeed at UQ. • Instagram (@uniofqld) or Snapchat (uniofqld) your UQ experience to your friends.

34 BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022 Fees Fees for 2022 are expected to be available from June 2021. my.uq.edu.au/fee-schedules It all adds up! Insider Guides provides a helpful online Cost of Living Calculator to estimate your weekly, monthly and yearly living costs. insiderguides.com.au/ cost-of-living-calculator

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Commonwealth-supported fee bands Fees and costs Course fees and student contributions BAND AREA OF STUDY ANNUAL STUDENT CONTRIBUTION* Most undergraduate places for domestic 4 Law, accounting, administration, economics, commerce, $14,500 students at UQ are funded partly by the communications, society and culture Australian Government (Commonwealth 3 Dentistry, medicine, veterinary science $11,300 support) and partly by you (student 2 Other health, allied health, built environment, computing, $7950 engineering, surveying, science, environmental studies, pathology, contribution). You need a Unique Student visual and performing arts, professional pathway psychology, Identifier (USI) to obtain a Commonwealth professional pathway social work supported place. 1 Agriculture, English, mathematics, education, clinical psychology, $3950 Indigenous and foreign languages, nursing, statistics usi.gov.au *2021 figures only, based on a full-time (16 unit) workload; figures indexed annually Fees are charged according to the courses you choose, not the program you’re Monthly cost of living enrolled in, so it’s not possible to publish STUDENT LIVING OFF-CAMPUS / STUDENT LIVING IN ON-CAMPUS COLLEGE a fixed fee for a program. Because most STUDENT ACCOMMODATION students can choose different electives Rent $2000–$2800 $480–$1760 during their program, costs will vary. Utilities (gas, electricity, included in rent $150–$175 However, indicative annual fees are listed water) with each program on our Future Students Food included in rent $320–$600 website to help you plan your budget. Mobile phone / internet $80–$120 $80–$120 If you’re an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Public transport $40 $50–$100 or an Australian permanent humanitarian TOTAL $2120–$2960 $1080–$2755 visa holder and have a Commonwealth- *This table should be taken as a guide only. For the most accurate costs of living, visit my.uq.edu.au/starting-at-uq/ supported place, you may also qualify for the student-finances/budgeting Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) to defer payment of your student contribution and Student Services and Amenities Fee Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF). You will need to apply for a tax file Keeping your costs down number, if you don’t already have one, in The Student Services and Amenities Fee • Investigate the financial support and order to obtain a HELP loan. (SSAF) is a compulsory fee that is used to fee payment options offered by Centrelink. ato.gov.au subsidise, support or fund non-academic servicesaustralia.gov.au services for students, such as support International students pay full tuition fees. • Explore the scholarships on offer services, advocacy, study skills, career (see page 33). If you have a Commonwealth-supported development and employability. place, your student contribution amount • Enjoy UQ Union’s free and low-cost UQ levies the SSAF – which is capped at depends on the fee band level of the courses entertainment and activities, such as a maximum of $313 for 2021 – according you choose (see table at above right). Morning Marmalade and Kampus Kitchen. to whether you’re an internal or external uqu.com.au future-students.uq.edu.au/study/programs student, and full-time or part-time. The fee is indexed annually. • Get concessions and student discounts at participating retailers and institutions bit.ly/uq_ssaf with your UQ student card.

BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022 35 Program table explained

QTAC UQ MINIMUM SELECTION LOWEST ATAR TO DURATION START CAMPUS HONOURS DUAL PROGRAM ADMISSION CODE CODE THRESHOLD 2021 RECEIVE AN OFFER 2021 SEMESTER AVAILABLE REQUIREMENTS ATAR / IB ADJUSTED UNADJUSTED

QTAC CODE DURATION A unique code number assigned by QTAC to each individual undergraduate The time it takes to complete a program when it is studied full-time. university program. You will need to use this number on your QTAC Full time. The standard study load is eight units per semester. Full-time study application. is 75 per cent or more of the standard study load (i.e. six units per semester UQ CODE for most programs). A unique identifying number assigned by UQ for each academic program. Part time. Part-time study load is less than 75 per cent of the standard study load (i.e. less than six units per semester for most programs). MINIMUM SELECTION THRESHOLD 2021 ATAR / IB START SEMESTER The minimum (adjusted) selection threshold is the minimum score that was The academic year at UQ is divided into two main semesters. Semester 1 considered for an offer of a place to all applicants. starts at the end of February and Semester 2 starts at the end of July. IB – International Baccalaureate points. CAMPUS ATAR – The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is the standard One of three UQ teaching sites where the majority of lectures are held. measure of overall school achievement used in all Australian states and territories (with the exception of Queensland). It is a rank indicating a HONOURS student’s position overall relative to other students. The ATAR is expressed on At UQ, honours may be awarded as a one-year bachelor's honours degree a 2000-point scale from 99.95 (highest) down to 0, in increments of 0.05. The after you have completed a bachelor's degree, or as a single bachelor's ATAR replaced the Overall Position (OP) as the standard pathway to tertiary honours degree typically taking four years of study. Some undergraduate study for Queensland Year 12s in 2021. programs allow eligible students to transfer to a bachelor's honours degree at a defined point in the bachelor's degree. This box shows whether honours is ADJUSTMENT FACTORS available with a program. Previously referred to as ‘bonus points’, these are a numerical value added to or used in combination with an ATAR. Common adjustment factors may DUAL PROGRAM include subject adjustments, enrichment studies, or educational disadvantage. Two UQ degree programs undertaken at the same time (sometimes known as dual / parallel /combined / double degree). This box lists dual programs you Adjusted can choose to study with a program. The lowest ATAR to which an offer was made to recent school leavers including any adjustment factors that may have been applied. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Unadjusted Some programs require you to have completed specific subjects (or their The lowest ‘raw’ ATAR to which an offer was made to recent school leavers, equivalent) at school. Some also have additional requirements. excluding any adjustment factors.

36 BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW 2022 Study options

UQ offers more than 140 exciting undergraduate programs to help build your dream career. For more details, check out our range of publications, or go to future-students.uq.edu.au

Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences Health, Behavioural Sciences and Education and Medicine Advanced Humanities (Honours) Biomedical Science Arts Clinical Exercise Physiology Communication Dental Science Criminology and Criminal Justice (Honours) Exercise and Nutrition Sciences Education (Primary) Exercise and Sport Sciences Education (Secondary) Health Sciences International Studies Health, Sport and Physical Education Journalism Medicine Music (Honours) Midwifery Politics, Philosophy and Economics (Honours) Nursing Social Science Occupational Therapy Pharmacy Physiotherapy Psychological Science Social Work Business, Economics and Law Speech Pathology Advanced Business (Honours) Advanced Finance and Economics (Honours) Business Management Commerce Economics Science, Mathematics, Laws (Honours) Agriculture and Environment Politics, Philosophy and Economics (Honours) Advanced Science (Honours) Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management Agribusiness Agricultural Science Biomedical Science Biotechnology (Honours) Environmental Management (Honours) Engineering, Design, Computing, Environmental Science Architecture and Planning Equine Science Architectural Design Mathematics Chemical Engineering Occupational Health and Safety Science (Honours) Civil Engineering Science Computer Science Veterinary Science (Honours) Design Veterinary Technology Electrical Engineering Wildlife Science Information Technology Mechanical Engineering Mechatronic Engineering Regional and Town Planning Software Engineering

Central guides Copies of these publications are available – Australian Undergraduate (pictured left) through UQ Admissions. – International Undergraduate and Postgraduate (international students can visit future-students.uq.edu.au/ +61 7 3365 2203 publications-and-forms/international to access the latest [email protected] international student guides) future-students.uq.edu.au Have a question about Have a question about Key dates programs in this Guide? living and studying at UQ? Tertiary Studies Expo (TSXPO) Faculty of Business, Future Students Contact Centre RNA Showgrounds Economics and Law +61 7 3346 9872 Saturday and Sunday 17–18 July 2021 +61 7 3365 7111 [email protected] UQ Open Day 2021 [email protected] future-students.uq.edu.au St Lucia campus bel.uq.edu.au Sunday 1 August 2021 Have a question about Semester 1, 2022 Business School entry requirements and Classes commence +61 7 3346 8100 admission to UQ? Monday 21 February 2022 [email protected] business.uq.edu.au UQ Admissions CRICOS Provider 00025B +61 7 3365 2203 School of Economics [email protected] future-students.uq.edu.au/admissions +61 7 3365 6570 [email protected] economics.uq.edu.au

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Disclaimer The information in this Guide is accurate as at January 2021. However, the University has many programs and courses, and refreshes and updates its programs and course offerings from time to time and without notice. It is your responsibility to visit future-students.uq.edu.au for up-to-date information. All costs and fees quoted in this publication are in Australian dollars (A$).

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