IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
A Bachelor degree or equivalent in any discipline with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale; or a Graduate Certificate in Economic Studies; or Graduate Diploma in Economics with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale.
The Master of Economics and Public Policy is an economics-centred, multidisciplinary program, designed to provide students with an opportunity to understand how government intervention affects the economy in an increasingly globalised world. The program focuses on the economic analytical tools needed to design and evaluate public policies. Core courses in public economics, regulatory economics, and microeconomic and macroeconomic analysis emphasise the rationale for government intervention and the theoretical framework that underpins the nature of such intervention.
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
An approved Bachelor degree with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale. An approved degree is a Bachelor degree in the discipline of economics, business or commerce; or a Bachelor degree containing at least four courses in any three of the following areas: microeconomics, macroeconomics, statistics and mathematics; or the graduate certificate in economics from this university with a GPA of 4.5.
Obtaining a higher qualification in economics is a career investment. Analytical ability, critical thinking and logic are highly valued commodities, and graduates of this program have the ability to succeed in a dynamic and an increasingly competitive environment. Courses develop knowledge in core economic principles and applications, while electives focus on specific areas, including international trade; environmental and natural resource management; health; public sector management; business economics; and economic modeling.
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
To enrol in the program, a person must -
?hold an approved degree or equivalent with a GPA of 4; or
?have completed post-secondary study and at least five years full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience in the fields of business or economics, as approved by the executive dean; or
?have at least seven years full-time (or equivalent) work experience in the fields of business or economics, as approved by the executive dean.
This qualification provides economics training in core economics principles and concepts and is beneficial to non-economics graduates. Students gain an understanding of basic economic concepts in microeconomics, macroeconomics, statistics and mathematical techniques opening the way for graduates to undertake further study if they desire. Obtaining a higher qualification in economics is a career investment.
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
BEcon or hold an approved degree; and satisfy the executive dean and head of school that the student is suitably qualified to undertake honours.
The Economics (Honours) program provides undergraduate students with an extra year of high quality study to enhance their applied and analytical skills and knowledge of current economic research literature, and provide training in research methods in the school.
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
A Bachelor degree or equivalent in any discipline with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale; or a Graduate Certificate in Economic Studies; or Graduate Diploma in Economics with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale.
This program is strongly differentiated from typical development-related programs in that it has a strong emphasis on quantitative techniques in econometrics, benefit/cost analysis and operations research, all set in the 'developing economy' context. It is also unique in offering students training in how to model the economy as a complex, evolving system, which is highly appropriate in understanding economic development. Graduates will have extensive training in economic modelling and statistical techniques, in addition to the key analytical frameworks in the field of economic development.
A Bachelor degree or equivalent in any discipline with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale; or a Graduate Certificate in Economic Studies; or Graduate Diploma in Economics with a GPA of at least 4.50 on a 7 point scale.
The Master of International Economics and Finance is an economics-focused, interdisciplinary program that examines the globalised world economy and the significant role played by financial markets and institutions within interconnected modern economies. This 32-unit master's program is designed for graduates with any bachelor's degree, or who have completed a Graduate Certificate in Economic Studies, or Graduate Diploma in Economics. For more information, see Program Details. Study core principles through to advanced-level microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics. You can also choose from a large number of economics electives, or courses that cover topics from international business or finance.Benefit from a program that emphasises understanding and practical application – rather than memorisation and rote learning – as the key approaches to addressing complex, global problems.Study at one of the largest, most influential and most prestigious schools for economics in Australia. The school is home to economists and academics who rank among Australia's leading researchers.
