Master of Economics - Research

Overview

This course aims to provide graduate students, who have completed an Economics major in an undergraduate degree, with the opportunity for advanced study in Economics including a major research thesis.

Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge

Entry level will normally be by an Honours Bachelor of Commerce or Arts degree or equivalent at a standard of Class II, Division 2 or higher in Economics. Students who hold a Pass Masters degree in Economics or equivalent will be admitted, although additional coursework may be required at the direction of the Associate Head of School.

Advanced Standing

Students who hold an Honours Class II, Division 1 or higher in Economics may be awarded up to 24 credit points advanced standing for the coursework component of the program.

Course Requirements

Students normally undertake a 72 credit point program consisting of 24 credit points of coursework plus 48 credit points of research thesis.

Course Program