Economic Analysis
Master
Overview
About this course
In this course, you will analyse theoretical and real-world economic issues using state-of-the-art economic modelling and statistical analysis. The degree includes core, electives and a 1-year research dissertation completed under the personal supervision of an academic member of staff.
Who is it for?
This degree is designed for students with a strong background in mathematics, the sciences, or a strong undergraduate major in economics, as well as for professionals requiring high-end training in economic theory and applications. It is also suitable for students seeking a pathway towards a PhD.
Structure
What you’ll study
To qualify for the award of the Master of Economic Analysis degree, students must complete 72 credit points in total, comprising:
- 24 credit points in core units in micro- and macro-economics, econometrics, and mathematics
- 36 credit points in specialized high-end elective units
- 12 credit points of a research dissertation completed under the personal supervision of an academic in the School of Economics.
Costs
Tuition
HK$285,341.11
(international)
Funding
Admissions
Qualifications
Entry in the 1 year or 1.5 year degree program is determined by the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) criteria below:
Admission to candidature for the Master of Economic Analysis (1.5 years full-time) requires:
- a bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney, including a major in Economics with a minimum distinction (75%) average, or an equivalent qualification; or
- completion of the requirements of the embedded Graduate Certificate in Economic Analysis or Graduate Diploma in Economic Analysis with a minimum distinction (75%), or an equivalent qualification; or
- completion of the Graduate Certificate in Economics with a minimum high distinction (85%) average, or equivalent qualification.
Admission to candidature for the Master of Economic Analysis (1 year full-time) requires:
- completion of the requirements for the embedded Graduate Diploma in Economic Analysis or an equivalent qualification; or
- an Honours degree in a relevant discipline.
If you do not meet the requirements listed above for direct entry to the Master’s degree, you may be able to enter via a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in the same subject area and upgrade to the Master’s after successful completion of the shorter course with the relevant minimum average mark.
International qualifications
For qualifications awarded outside Australia, equivalencies and entry requirements are determined based on the country, institution, and qualification.
Language requirements
IELTS
7.0
A minimum result of 7.0 overall and a minimum result of 6.5 in each band
TOEFL
96
A minimum result of 96 overall including a minimum result of 20 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and 22 in Writing
PTE
68
A minimum result of 68 overall and a minimum result of 61 in each band