Bachelor of Economics (Honours)
UNIRAZAK ( Universiti Tun Abdul Razak) · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
Apply Now📘 Program Overview
UNIRAZAK’s Bachelor of Economics (Honours) stands apart as the only undergraduate economics programme in Malaysia offered by a private institution through a School of Government. The programme is designed for future economists, policymakers, and change-makers, equipping students with knowledge, skills, and perspective to navigate economic and governance challenges.
At UNIRAZAK, economics is not only about theory—it is about impact. Students think critically, analyse real-world economic issues, and apply practical solutions for sustainable development and effective policy-making through two specialised pathways, with specialisations subject to availability.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Principles of Microeconomics
- Principles of Macroeconomics
- Research Methodology
- Statistics for Social Science
- Principles of Finance
- Introduction to Econometrics
- Intermediate Microeconomics
- Intermediate Macroeconomics
- Econometrics
- Mathematics for Social Sciences
- International Economics
- International Finance and Policy
- Intergovernmental Financial Institutions
- Governance of Global Financial Markets
- Financial Modelling
- Risk Management for Financial Institutions
- Financial Instruments and Markets
- Blockchain and Digital Cryptocurrency
- Choose TWO elective courses (Data Science for Social Sciences, Machine Learning for Economics and Finance, Programming for Analytics, or Islamic Financial Market and Institutions)
- Internship for Economics
Career outcomes
- You can move into banking and finance roles such as treasury, compliance, product development, risk management, research, and advisory functions through the program’s finance and risk-management focus.
- You gain preparation for capital markets and investment paths, including roles linked to BURSA Malaysia, stockbroking firms, and portfolio management, supported by economics, instruments, and markets learning.
- You can pursue central-banking and policy research career directions by building foundations in international economics, international finance and policy, and governance of global financial markets.
- You can target public-sector and state-linked company opportunities by developing policy and governance competence aligned with real economic governance challenges.
- You can build a pathway into think-tanks and NGOs through training in research methodology and economics-focused analysis for social development projects.
- You can access international-organisation career directions by combining economics with global financial and governance learning, relevant to development projects and trade negotiations.
Employability rate
UNIRAZAK Bachelor of Economics (Honours) graduates in Malaysia typically see an employability rate of around 80% and an unemployment rate of about 20%, reflecting ongoing demand for economics, finance, and policy skill sets across public and private sectors.
Overall, these figures suggest a generally stable outlook where graduates improve job prospects by building applied analytics, finance, and research experience during the degree.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving qualification equivalent to Malaysian pre-university entry | International applicants must hold an MQA/Malaysian Government-recognised school-leaving qualification that is equivalent to UNIRAZAK’s recognised entry routes (for example, a pass in A-Level or IB Diploma, or other equivalent qualifications recognised by MQA/Malaysian Government). |
| Diploma/Foundation equivalent (if applicable) | International applicants may be considered with a recognised diploma or foundation/pre-university qualification, provided it meets the minimum academic standard stated by the programme entry requirements section. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Economics |
Language requirements
International applicants must meet UNIRAZAK’s published English entry requirement. Acceptable proof includes IELTS, TOEFL (PBT/IBT), PTE Academic, Cambridge English qualifications, and MUET; the programme also mentions conditional offers in some cases.
IELTS Academic
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
Other accepted proofs
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Not published |
Proof of financial resources
International students applying from abroad are expected to demonstrate financial capability for tuition and living costs as part of the student pass/visa process. If you are applying through the Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) pathway, ensure you provide the financial documents requested in the official EMGS guidance for your case.
- Financial capability documents requested by Malaysia’s student pass/visa guidance for international students
- Any tuition/payment evidence requested by UNIRAZAK as part of enrolment and visa processing
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Review international entry requirements
Check that your foreign school-leaving qualification or recognised equivalent meets the programme’s international entry requirements. Confirm you can provide the programme-required English proficiency proof from the accepted test types listed by UNIRAZAK. If you expect conditional processing, plan to submit your complete documents as early as possible to avoid delays.
Submit the online application
Apply via UNIRAZAK’s official application process and complete all required fields in the application form during the intake window. Upload clear soft copies of your required documents such as passport, academic transcripts and certificates, and your English proficiency evidence (or the eligible alternative proof). Pay any applicable application fee through the university’s published payment options before the deadline.
Respond to admissions and document requests
After you submit, monitor updates from UNIRAZAK and respond promptly if admissions requests additional information or clarification. Keep copies of the documents you uploaded and be ready to provide certified copies if requested. If your case requires conditional offer handling for English or other criteria, ensure you follow the instructions in your offer letter.