Program Overview

Learn how to navigate rapidly evolving environments in biotechnology, health, commercial practice and public policy with La Trobe's Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Biomedicine.

Co-designed with industry leaders, our double degree gives you a multidisciplinary set of skills and knowledge sought-after by employers and policymakers. You'll learn to take advantage of the synergies between the two disciplines and how to solve complex problems by merging technical know-how and strategic analysis with an in-depth knowledge of innovations in the medical field.

By completing La Trobe's Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Biomedicine, you will:

• Learn how to identify practical solutions to real-world challenges, improve your ability to negotiate with stakeholders and communicate your solutions
• Develop critical skills in independent research, innovative thinking, cultural intelligence, oral and written communication, and teamwork
• Prepare to become an effective leader who can meet the challenges of automation, AI-driven technologies and big data
• Build fundamental knowledge in chemistry, bioscience and health before delving into infectious diseases, epidemics and pandemics
• Gain real-world experience through industry placements, work-integrated learning projects and overseas student exchange opportunities.

Major: Economics

As a social science, economics is an exciting and challenging discipline that explores real-world issues and analyses ways to improve the well-being of people and the societies we live in. This major will give you valuable insights into the application of economic principles to develop government policy, business solutions and understand the choices people make. Analyse important issues such as poverty, inequality, inflation, unemployment, environmental issues, innovation, digital transformation, international competition, trade and economic development, many of which relate to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The key graduate attributes that a major in economics develop are critical thinking, problem solving, researching and evaluating information. Overall you gain the skills for careers in economic and social policy, business, banking, financial markets and consulting.