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5 Best Economics & Public Policy Bachelor's Universities in Australia 2026

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

5 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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AN Australian National University logo

Australian National University

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia · Public University

★ 78 QS World #30 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
AUD 40,000 – AUD 54,000/yr
Founded
1946
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Monash University

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · Public University

★ 76 QS World #37 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
AUD 39,000 – AUD 52,500/yr
Founded
1958
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UQ University of Queensland logo

University of Queensland

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia · Public University

★ 76 QS World #40 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
AUD 39,000 – AUD 52,500/yr
Founded
1909
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Bond University

Australia · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded

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Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for Bachelor's Economics & Public Policy?

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include Australian National University, Monash University, University of Queensland. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Bachelor's in Economics & Public Policy cost abroad?

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Economics & Public Policy abroad?

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Economics & Public Policy at Bachelor's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Economics & Public Policy at Bachelor's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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