Master of Economics (MEcon)
Information valid for students commencing 2014
Duration
2 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2014
Semester 1 (03 Mar, 2014)
Semester 2 (28 Jul, 2014)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
32
Program code
5399
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor of Economics with a GPA of at least 5.50 on a 7 point scale OR Graduate Diploma in Economics with a GPA of at least 5.50 on a 7 point scale with a completed Bachelor of Economics.
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
School of Economics
Email: enquiries@economics.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 6570
Why study the Master of Economics?
The Master of Economics program is specifically designed to strengthen and extend the knowledge of students with significant economic backgrounds gained from undergraduate study. Students or working professionals seeking to specialise in economic analysis and decision-making develop a high level of economic proficiency.
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.
