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University of Sydney (USYD)

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Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Laws

  • Bachelor

Economics studies how individuals, businesses, and governments make trade-offs when resources are limited.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
5 years full-time
Study Mode
In person

About this course

About this course

Economics studies how individuals, businesses, and governments make trade-offs when resources are limited. Economic critical-thinking skills, combined with legal training, will allow you to analyse the behaviour of individual consumers and businesses, as well as governments and public policy.

Who is it for?

The analytical skills developed in the economics component of the degree are valuable problem-solving tools, critical in business and public policy. This, coupled with legal skills, provides career opportunities in law, public policy, consulting, and banking.

Study locations

Camperdown/Darlington

Career pathways

Career paths

Our graduates can be found in a broad range of careers and roles, including:

  • Barrister
  • Solicitor
  • Judge
  • Magistrate
  • Business analyst
  • Diplomat
  • Economist
  • Management consultant
  • Policy analyst/adviser
  • Project officer
  • Economic researcher
Professional accreditation

This course is accredited by the Legal Profession Admission Board of NSW (LPAB) and graduates are eligible to practise law in New South Wales.

Upon admission as a lawyer, you are also eligible for admission in other Australian states and territories, either directly or under the Mutual Recognition Scheme. This course can be used as a basis for seeking admission in many law jurisdictions overseas. Please check with the jurisdiction in which you wish to practice.