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Master of Economics
University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
About this program
The Master of Economics at the University of Sydney builds critical thinking, data analysis and problem-solving skills for a career in the public or private sector, with foundation units for students new to the discipline and reduced course duration available for those with an undergraduate economics background. Core study covers advanced microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics, with a specialisation in econometrics, economics or financial economics and a capstone applying the knowledge gained.
Graduates move into roles such as analyst, researcher, adviser and consultant with financial institutions, regulatory authorities, government departments and consultancies. The School of Economics is taught by economists whose research influences policy at the Reserve Bank of Australia and the Treasury.
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Admissions
Admission to the Master of Economics (2 years full-time) requires: a bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney, with a minimum credit (65%) average, or an equivalent qualification; or completion of the requirements for the embedded Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Economics with a minimum credit (65%) average, or an equivalent qualification. Reduced volume of learning If you have completed previous studies in a related area or have relevant work experience, you may be able to reduce the duration of your studies based on the criteria below: Admission to the Master of Economics (1.5 years full-time) requires: a bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney, with a major in Economics and with a minimum credit (65%) average, or an equivalent qualification; or relevant professional experience and a bachelor's degree with a minimum credit (65%) average, or an equivalent qualification. Admission to the Master of Economics (1 year full-time) requires: an Honours degree in Economics. 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.
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