Do you have suggestions for improvement at the School of Economics? Or perhaps some concerns about a course? Whatever is on your mind, let your Student-Staff Liaison Committee (SSLC) know about it.
Final-year undergrads, gain the skills you need to thrive in tomorrow's workforce with Learning by Doing in a Disruptive World (PBEL3000). The course is a two-week, work integrated learning experience where you will collaborate with other BEL students to solve a real and complex problem for our industry partner, Suncorp. Applications close 10 May with limited places available. Learn more.
Do you know an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander student interested in pursuing further research? The School is currently seeking applicants for their Top-Up Scholarship which awards the successful recipient with $14,000 per annum during the lifetime of their studies (3yrs) – in addition to the base stipend of $38,000 per annum. Spread the word. Find out more.
The RBA 2021/22 Internship is designed to support the development of emerging economics and finance professionals – offering students an opportunity to obtain first-hand experience working in Australia's central bank. Apply before Tuesday 1 June. Learn more.
Join the UQ PPE Society at their upcoming panel discussion as they tackle questions about leaders. Should they be virtuous or effective? Drive change or simply represent the will of the people? Learn more.
This online workshop will provide writing tips from award-winning journalist Catherine Fox as well as Lecturer in Economics at RMIT University and National WEN Chair Leonora Risse. The workshop will cover the issue of how to manage potential criticism and hostility in the media, which we know is an issue that disproportionately affects women. Learn more.
If you're a first-year PPE student, you're invited to discover a bit more about what the program can offer you, where it can take you, and any other questions you might have! Register now.
Seeking student input on the electronic course profile (ECP) system
What do you think is important; what don’t you like; what content do you require to be in ECPs; what information do you refer to the most? If you would like to be involved in a feedback session, please email Lisa Brockbank (l.brockbank@uq.edu.au) by Friday 9 April 2021 to register your interest. Please provide your name, student number and your program in your email. Depending on the number of responses received, not all students may be able to participate.
When did you decide to study Economics? Was it when you realised it could be used for good? Check out three key reasons Bachelor of Economics/Bachelor of Arts student Kate Green thinks more people should get into the game!
Industry skills are essential for landing a role in your field – but are they the only things your future boss wants in a candidate? Here are some things managers want to see just as much (if not more) than someone who can 'do the job'. Read now.
BEL academic, Dr Terrance Fitsimmons was recently featured on Mamamia, exploring the complicated reality of the gender pay gap. Here, Dr Fitsimmons thinks projections of the pay gap being reduced to zero are optimistic. Read now.
Current student, Oliver Friendship, explains a few of the perks of studying PPE and some useful tips on how to make the most of your university experience.
PhD Economics Top-Up scholarship for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student
Writing for Digital Content Workshop
UQPPES First-year information night