
3 years
February, July
Bachelor
A degree in Economics helps you understand how decisions are made when resources are limited and how those choices affect individuals, businesses, and governments. It gives you a new way to look at everyday issues and how economic systems influence outcomes in society.
You’ll study how markets operate, how prices are set, and how policies shape economic activity, while learning how to assess decisions related to both natural and financial resources. The course also looks at how governments design laws, taxes, and trade policies, and how incentives can influence behaviour.
You’ll build skills in economic analysis, data interpretation, and policy evaluation, allowing you to understand market structures, predict responses to price changes, and assess the benefits of trade.
For students interested in finance, business, public policy, and global markets, economics offers a strong academic foundation that connects with areas such as politics, psychology, law, and statistics.
University
University of Waikato
Campus
Hamilton (Tauranga study options may be available)
Total Credits
360 points (NZQF Level 7)
Study Mode
Full-time
Loan Availability
No
Approx. NZD 33,000 per year for international students
Full-time Study: 120 points per year with a blend of core economics and elective courses.
Part-time Study: Flexible schedule, fewer papers per year, extend program duration.
Courses include:
Introduction to Economics
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics
Applied Economics
International Trade and Finance
Equivalent of New Zealand university entrance.
IELTS - Common entry level is 6.0 overall with no band below 5.5 (confirm exact requirement with enrolment team).
PTE - Equivalent PTE academic score is typically around 50–58 (depending on degree). Confirm with admissions.
TOEFL - iBT TOEFL usually requires a score of 80+ with writing component at minimum levels.
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