Master of International Economics and Finance
Overview
Expand your career across global markets by gaining unique expertise in international economics and finance.
In an ever-changing world, equip yourself with advanced knowledge of international finance to best identify emerging challenges, create long-term solutions, and adapt to meet growing demands in the global economy.
One of UQ's most sought-after postgraduate degrees, the Master of International Economics and Finance incorporates 2 distinct study areas to diversify your skillset and boost career opportunities across public and private sectors. Designed for students from any academic discipline, the program develops critical expertise in various economic models and concepts, financial markets, international trade and investment, and consumer behaviour.
From theoretical knowledge in analysing market risks to practical skills in programming probabilities, you’ll learn how to address global challenges both independently and collaboratively. You will graduate with a unique skillset that prepares you to succeed in finance and investment, government policy, commercial enterprise and international development.
Program highlights
- Prepare for one of many exciting careers in the growing world of globally integrated economics and finance.
- Build your personal profile and employability with practical assessments, feedback from industry experts, international networking and careers advice.
- UQ School of Economics is consistently ranked in the top 5 per cent of research-intensive economic departments in the world. Source: Research Papers in Economics
How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Research experience
- Peer-assisted study sessions
- 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:
- International Financial Management
- International Trade and Investment
- Research Methods in Economics
Career possibilities
Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Finance analyst
- Portfolio manager
- Quantitative analyst
- Pricing strategist
- Performance analyst
- Market risk analyst
- Pricing strategist
Professional memberships
When you graduate, you may be eligible for memberships with the following professional organisations. Contact the organisation to find out how to become a member.
- Economic Society of Australia
With a diverse range of courses and specialisations offered, my program is one of a kind. I really enjoy the well-structured and informative content, which allows me to diversify my knowledge and become confident in my skills and potential as an economist.
The Master of International Economics and Finance helped me gain the theoretical knowledge and practical experience to critically engage with complex issues in society, lead as an industry change maker, and forge a successful career in the corporate world.
With a diverse range of courses and specialisations offered, my program is one of a kind. I really enjoy the well-structured and informative content, which allows me to diversify my knowledge and become confident in my skills and potential as an economist.
The Master of International Economics and Finance helped me gain the theoretical knowledge and practical experience to critically engage with complex issues in society, lead as an industry change maker, and forge a successful career in the corporate world.
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Entry requirements
Entry requirements
It's possible to complete this degree in 2 years or 1.5 years depending on your qualifications and experience.
You can apply for any duration as long as you meet the entry requirements. You may also be eligible to apply for credit or exemptions to shorten your degree further. You'll graduate with the same qualification no matter how long you take to complete the degree.
2-year degree (32 units of study)
To be eligible to complete the degree in 2 years full-time (or part-time equivalent)full-time (only available as full-time study), you'll need:
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, or
- a Graduate Certificate in Economic Studies from UQ, or
- a Graduate Diploma in Economics from UQ.
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.
1.5-year degree (24 units of study)
If you have relevant prior learning or experience, you can reduce the number of courses you need to complete and graduate in less time.
To be eligible to complete the degree in 1.5 years full-time (or part-time equivalent)full-time (only available as full-time study), you'll need:
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (see below), or
- a Graduate Certificate in Economics from UQ.
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.
Relevant disciplines for previous qualifications
Relevant disciplines include:
- a bachelor degree in economics, business or commerce, or
- a bachelor degree containing at least 4 courses in any of the following 3 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 (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.
PTE Academic - 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 International Economics and Finance 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 Student (GS) requirement.
Fees and Scholarships
Indicative annual fee
Approximate yearly cost of tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
$39,840
2024
Fee information for 2025 is not yet available. Fee information displayed is for 2024.
$39,840
2025
Approximate yearly cost of full-time tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
AUD $50,560
2024
Fee information for 2025 is not yet available. Fee information displayed is for 2024.
AUD $50,560
2025
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 International Economics and Finance 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
You may be eligible for more than 100 scholarships, including:
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 International Economics and Finance is 5590.
This program is available in multiple durations. You can apply for any duration as long as you meet the entry requirements.
When you apply, select your preferred duration. If you don't meet the requirements for your first preference, we'll automatically consider you for entry into a longer duration.
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 International Economics and Finance is 5590.
This program is available in multiple durations. You can apply for any duration as long as you meet the entry requirements.
When you apply, select your preferred duration. You can also ask us to consider you for a longer duration if you don't meet the entry requirements for your first preference.
Find out more about applying for postgraduate coursework study
Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
- To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
- To commence study in semester 1 - November 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 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
- To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
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 university life – get in touch with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit.
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