Master of Economics 24 months Postgraduate Programme By The University of Sydney |TopUniversities
Subject Ranking

# 49QS Subject Rankings

Programme Duration

24 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

61,700 AUDTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

4Scholarships

Programme overview

Main Subject

Economics and Econometrics

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Master of Economics equips you with the critical thinking, data analysis, and problem-solving skills required for a rewarding career in a diverse range of roles in the public and private sectors.


The course is designed for both recent graduates and professionals seeking training in economic theory and applications for career progression or a career change. Students with an undergraduate background in economics may be eligible for a reduced course duration.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Economics and Econometrics

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Master of Economics equips you with the critical thinking, data analysis, and problem-solving skills required for a rewarding career in a diverse range of roles in the public and private sectors.


The course is designed for both recent graduates and professionals seeking training in economic theory and applications for career progression or a career change. Students with an undergraduate background in economics may be eligible for a reduced course duration.

Admission Requirements

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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.

2 Years
Feb
Aug

Tuition fees

Domestic
40,700 AUD
International
61,700 AUD

Scholarships

Sydney Scholars India Scholarship

Sydney Scholars India Scholarship
Bachelors Master Open

Value

$10000

Deadline

31 Dec 2030

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

Peace and Social Justice Scholarship

Peace and Social Justice Scholarship
Master Open

Value

$8000

Deadline

31 Dec 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

Sydney International Student Award

Sydney International Student Award
Bachelors Master Open

Value

20% tuition fee waiver

Deadline

31 Dec 2030

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship

Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship
Bachelors Master Open

Value

$40000

Deadline

31 Dec 2032

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

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