The 2021 Borderless competition series is coming back for Semester 2 in partnership with the University of Exeter. Applications open 10 August. Click the link above for more information.
Interested in creating a solution to a real world issue and winning cash prizes? The UQ Women's Network is excited to present the inaugural UQWN x EY Diversity Pitch Competition! Students of any year level, discipline and gender are eligible to enter. Find out more here.
UQES and UQPPES are teaming up to deliver a policy pitch competition proudly sponsored by Adept Economics. In teams, participants will be given the opportunity to deliver a policy solution addressing one of a number of pressing, current social and economic issues. With cash prizes on offer, don't miss out! Applications close 10 August. Apply here.
Need work experience? Applications for the BEL Student Work Experience Program (SWEP) are now open! Learn what to expect from a recruitment process and gain feedback tailored to you! Successful candidates will be considered for a work experience placement. Register for an info session to learn more and apply here.
Meet with employers from a variety of industries from top-tier firms, small-to-medium enterprises, start-ups, and more! Secure your place now on the event page.
Are you a problem solver with a genuine passion to make a difference? Join the information session on Tuesday 27 July to learn more about eligibility criteria, funding guidelines, key attributes of a Westpac Scholar, and tips to complete your application. Learn more here.
Applications are now open for the Deloitte Graduate Program; an award-winning program designed to help you explore your unique potential. If you're completing your studies in mid to end of 2021, this program could be for you! Learn more.
An 80,000-word PhD thesis would take 9 hours to present. Their time limit...3 minutes. The Three Minute Thesis BEL Faculty Final is happening on 6 August! You can attend in-person or via zoom, find out more.
Check out our top recommendations for starting your economics journey with us. Join a society, meet your SSLC and meet the Career Services Team. Download a copy of your checklist now.
The Student Experience Survey is an annual national survey of university students held between 29 July - 29 August 2021. The data will contribute to the ongoing evolution of Australian higher education and will inform decisions at UQ about how to improve our teaching and learning, student services and other supports. Have your say here.
It can be difficult to know the best use of your skills when it comes to a career. Fortunately, we’ve compiled some of the best options for economics graduates. Check them out here.
UQ School of Economics lecturer Dr David Smerdon is an international chess grandmaster and has represented Australia at seven chess Olympiads. Watch him take on his latest challenge against four UQ Chess Club members. Watch here.
Kate Green, a final year Bachelor of Economics/Bachelor of Arts student explains how studying economics can expand your horizons and unlock unique opportunities far beyond the curriculum.
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.
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