Bachelors of Mathematics and Bachelor of Economics - Statistics in Brisbane Australia | The University of Queensland

This dual degree program merges fundamental economic expertise with insights into how economics influences public policy, business sectors, and industries, while integrating mathematical analytical and quantitative skills into a comprehensive four-year curriculum. Within the Bachelor of Economics portion, students can specialize in diverse areas including business studies, environmental and resource economics, policy analysis, econometrics, financial markets, labor and health economics, international trade and development, as well as macroeconomics and microeconomics. The rise of modern computing, technological advancements in science, and the growing generation of data have expanded the potential applications of mathematics. In the Bachelor of Mathematics component, students will cultivate either deep expertise in a specific mathematical discipline or advanced proficiency in applying mathematical principles. Graduates equipped with strong quantitative and analytical capabilities, combined with thorough economics education, are pivotal in driving innovation across various domains—from engineering and physical sciences to economics, IT, molecular biology, accounting, business information systems, and finance.

Statistics equips learners with mathematical tools and methodologies essential for navigating randomness and uncertainty. This field encompasses designing studies, gathering data, performing analyses, and interpreting results to uncover patterns and meaningful relationships. A central aspect of statistics involves creating and utilizing probability models for random events, which can be examined and applied to forecast outcomes and inform decision-making processes.