Master of Advanced Economics
Overview
Benefit from world class, high-level training in formal techniques of economic analysis and econometrics to fast track your career.
Consider your internationally recognised master's qualification in economics an investment in long-term career success.
Over 16 units you'll study courses influenced by the latest economic research, and be taught by world-class academic staff who will ensure you receive a quality education in advanced economics.
This 2-semester program consists entirely of technically challenging coursework. Courses cover advanced econometric theory, quantitative skills for economics, microeconomics, macroeconomics, computational methods and advanced microeconometrics.
This program is often taken as a pathway to PhD studies at UQ. It's also suitable as a standalone credential for those who want to fast-track their careers as economists in sectors that do not require a doctorate.
This program is currently being reviewed to prepare the best experience for our incoming students in 2024.
Program highlights
- Increase your analytical abilities, critical thinking and logic, all sought-after by employers wanting the most accomplished candidates.
- Learn cutting edge techniques of economic analysis and econometrics at a level similar to the first year in a US PhD program.
- Achieve the qualification you need to take on even greater levels of study.
How you'll learn
Due to the way they are taught, certain programs and plans are not offered online in Semester 1, 2023.
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Online study
- Research experience
- Seminars
- Workshops
What you'll study
At UQ, degrees are called 'programs' and subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study in this program:
- Advanced Econometric Theory
- Quantitative Skills for Economics
- Microeconomics A
- Computational Methods in Economics
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Studying the Master of Advanced Economics at UQ is a challenging but wonderful experience. The academics, staff and other students provide a very supportive learning environment and the course content leads to many different and exciting career avenues.
Graduate, Master of Advanced Economics
Studying the Master of Advanced Economics has been a remarkable experience for me. I got the opportunity to be taught by some world-class lecturers and academics who are leaders in their fields, and the coursework prepared me for pursuing my PhD in economics.
Graduate, Master of Advanced Economics
While studying at UQ I've been able to make good friends all over the world. Studying the Master of Advanced Economics has allowed me to learn from some of the smartest people I have ever met.
Graduate, Master of Advanced Economics
Studying the Master of Advanced Economics at UQ is a challenging but wonderful experience. The academics, staff and other students provide a very supportive learning environment and the course content leads to many different and exciting career avenues.
Graduate, Master of Advanced Economics
Studying the Master of Advanced Economics has been a remarkable experience for me. I got the opportunity to be taught by some world-class lecturers and academics who are leaders in their fields, and the coursework prepared me for pursuing my PhD in economics.
Graduate, Master of Advanced Economics
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Entry requirements
Entry requirements
To be eligible for entry, you'll need:
- A bachelor honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, or
- A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline.
- Official transcripts of previous studies
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover letter - in addition to a brief statement explaining your motivation for applying, please provide details of the textbooks you have used in your highest-level micro, macro and econometrics courses, and a list of the highest-level types of mathematics that you have studied. Your cover letter can be uploaded to the application portal.
- Evidence of English language proficiency
- Two references - a blank reference report can be requested by emailing econ.pgrad@uq.edu.au . References should be completed by your referees and emailed directly to econ.pgrad@uq.edu.au
- A bachelor honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, or
- A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline.
- Official transcripts of previous studies
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover letter - in addition to a brief statement explaining your motivation for applying, please provide details of the textbooks you have used in your highest-level micro, macro and econometrics courses, and a list of the highest-level types of mathematics that you have studied. Your cover letter can be uploaded to the application portal.
- Evidence of English language proficiency
- Two references - a blank reference report can be requested by emailing econ.pgrad@uq.edu.au . References should be completed by your referees and emailed directly to econ.pgrad@uq.edu.au
Relevant disciplines for previous qualifications
Relevant disciplines include economics, business, or commerce, or a qualification with a sequence of study that includes at least 4 courses in any 3 of the following discipline areas:
- microeconomics
- macroeconomics
- statistics
- mathematics
Related programs
Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider
one of these related programs:
English language requirements
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.
TOEFL PB - Overall 570, listening 54, reading 54, writing 59/5.
Pearsons - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.
BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.
CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.
OET is not accepted.
There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.
Student visas
International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Master of Advanced Economics are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).
There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the genuine temporary entrant (GTE) requirement.
Additional application information
The School of Economics requires the following documentation for all applications:
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- Official transcripts of previous studies <10>
- CV <10>
- Cover Letter - a brief statement explaining your motivation for applying <10>
- Evidence of English language proficiency <10>
- Two references - for a blank report, request one at econ.pgrad@uq.edu.au These should be completed by your referees and emailed directly to econ.pgrad@uq.edu.au <10>
Fees and Scholarships
Indicative annual fee
Approximate yearly cost of tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your selected courses and study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
$37,920
2023
Approximate yearly cost of full-time tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your selected courses and study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
AUD $42,576
2023
Government assistance
Financial aid
As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.
FEE-HELP
Domestic students who are accepted into the Master of Advanced Economics pay tuition fees.
FEE-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme to assist eligible students with the cost of their tuition fees.
Centrelink support
The Australian Government offers a number of income-support payments to eligible Australian university students.
Scholarships
Make your university experience more affordable with a scholarship. Opportunities include:
How to apply
Applying online
All international applications should be submitted to UQ. If you prefer, you can use an approved UQ agent in your country.
The program code for the Master of Advanced Economics is 5656.
Find out more about applying for postgraduate coursework study
Applying online
All domestic applications should be submitted to UQ.
The program code for the Master of Advanced Economics is 5656.
Find out more about applying for postgraduate coursework study
Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
- To commence study in semester 1 - September 30 of the previous year.
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
- To commence study in semester 1 - September 30 of the previous year.
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants
For support with applying - or if you have any questions about Uni - get in touch with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit.
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