About this major

Econometrics focuses on the application of mathematical and statistical techniques to the analysis of social, financial, business and economic data, which is available in ever-increasing quantity and complexity. It blends the essentials of economics with a balanced and rigorous training in modern econometric theory and associated empirical methods. This major will develop your understanding of the statistical analysis of data and give you an economic framework within which to interpret results.

The Econometrics major provides training for areas of high demand, with employers increasingly looking for graduates with highly sophisticated quantitative skills. Outstanding employment prospects are available to graduates across a wide range of industries, both in the private and public sectors.

For more information on the program structure and content including unit of study information, please refer to the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences Handbook.

This major is offered by the School of Economics.