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The Master of Applied Economics prepares you to become a professional economist - someone who can interpret data, evaluate evidence, and apply economic principles to real-world challenges in business, government and policy.
Designed for graduates from diverse backgrounds, this flexible two-year program builds a solid foundation in microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics, while developing the analytical and quantitative skills used by economists in practice.
You’ll learn directly from leading researchers and practitioners, gaining the tools to analyse decisions, model economic outcomes and translate insights into effective policy and business strategies.
A practicum is also available for students seeking work experience in the field of economics. By graduation, you’ll have the knowledge, skills and confidence to work as a professional economist in a wide range of organisations.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Economics and Econometrics
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Blended
The Master of Applied Economics prepares you to become a professional economist - someone who can interpret data, evaluate evidence, and apply economic principles to real-world challenges in business, government and policy.
Designed for graduates from diverse backgrounds, this flexible two-year program builds a solid foundation in microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics, while developing the analytical and quantitative skills used by economists in practice.
You’ll learn directly from leading researchers and practitioners, gaining the tools to analyse decisions, model economic outcomes and translate insights into effective policy and business strategies.
A practicum is also available for students seeking work experience in the field of economics. By graduation, you’ll have the knowledge, skills and confidence to work as a professional economist in a wide range of organisations.
Admission Requirements
7+
185+
94+
65+
You will need to have graduated from a recognised bachelor's degree from an Australian university or equivalent overseas institution with a minimum overall grade of 65%, as determined by UNSW Postgraduate Coursework Entry Calculator.
Your prior learning can be recognised to reduce the program duration. For students with Bachelor of Economics or Bachelor of Business degree with economics specialisation or equivalent, Honours or Graduate Diploma, the 5 core courses may be waived.
For students with prior work experience of at least one year in the private or public sector (for example, clerical or administrative work in a commercial, not-for-profit or public service organisation, supervisory or management, banking, finance or marketing experience or other business-related positions) the prescribed economics practicum may be waived.
Additionally, students who have completed the Graduate Certificate in Economics (7412) with a minimum WAM of 65% can apply to articulate into this Masters coursework program and will receive 24 UOC of Advanced Standing.
1 Year
Feb
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
42,000 AUD
International
62,000 AUD
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Master of Applied Economics
UNSW Sydney, Randwick, Australia
12 monthsProgramme duration
62,000 AUDTuition Fee/year
Feb, SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Economics and Econometrics
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Blended
Designed for graduates from diverse backgrounds, this flexible two-year program builds a solid foundation in microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics, while developing the analytical and quantitative skills used by economists in practice.
You’ll learn directly from leading researchers and practitioners, gaining the tools to analyse decisions, model economic outcomes and translate insights into effective policy and business strategies.
A practicum is also available for students seeking work experience in the field of economics. By graduation, you’ll have the knowledge, skills and confidence to work as a professional economist in a wide range of organisations.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Economics and Econometrics
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Blended
Designed for graduates from diverse backgrounds, this flexible two-year program builds a solid foundation in microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics, while developing the analytical and quantitative skills used by economists in practice.
You’ll learn directly from leading researchers and practitioners, gaining the tools to analyse decisions, model economic outcomes and translate insights into effective policy and business strategies.
A practicum is also available for students seeking work experience in the field of economics. By graduation, you’ll have the knowledge, skills and confidence to work as a professional economist in a wide range of organisations.
Admission Requirements
You will need to have graduated from a recognised bachelor's degree from an Australian university or equivalent overseas institution with a minimum overall grade of 65%, as determined by UNSW Postgraduate Coursework Entry Calculator.
Your prior learning can be recognised to reduce the program duration. For students with Bachelor of Economics or Bachelor of Business degree with economics specialisation or equivalent, Honours or Graduate Diploma, the 5 core courses may be waived.
For students with prior work experience of at least one year in the private or public sector (for example, clerical or administrative work in a commercial, not-for-profit or public service organisation, supervisory or management, banking, finance or marketing experience or other business-related positions) the prescribed economics practicum may be waived.
Additionally, students who have completed the Graduate Certificate in Economics (7412) with a minimum WAM of 65% can apply to articulate into this Masters coursework program and will receive 24 UOC of Advanced Standing.
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
Scholarships
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