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Master of Applied Economics (Public Policy)

Campus North Terrace Campus

Degree Type Masters by Coursework

Duration 1.5 years full-time or part-time? equiv.

SATAC Code 3CM026

2009
ATAR N/A

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  • Program Outline

    This is a new degree offered by the University of Adelaide School of Economics which aims to provide students with a master degree with a specialisation in the related field of Public Policy, for capacity building research and policy economists. It will provide an understanding of the motivations for and processes of policy making, from an economic perspective.

    Graduates will develop the capacity to analyse policy effectiveness, design reform programs and identify the challenges to policy implementation. This program is designed for mid-career professionals in the public sector, public affairs or government relations. It will also be highly beneficial and relevant for students entering government service careers, and those intending to work in the private sector dealing with government. The course is designed for students with or without a background in economics.

    Graduates with a qualification majoring in economics (or students who have completed qualifying courses) can complete the program in 1 year and local students may study part-time.

    Students whose degree is in another discipline, such as arts, engineering, science or business, must complete the Graduate Certificate in Economics before being admitted to the Masters program. Completion of the Graduate Certificate plus the Masters degree will take 2 years of full-time study.

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  • Admission and Fee Information

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    Domestic applicants

    Not a domestic applicant? ?

    SATAC Code 3CM026
    Annual tuition fees ?
    Commonwealth-supported place: $8,859
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries Student Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Graduate entry only.
    Completed Bachelors degree or equivalent with at least a credit average plus all applicants must have achieved credits in at least 3 of the following University of Adelaide courses or equivalent: Intermediate Macroeconomics, Intermediate Microeconomics and Intermediate Econometrics.
    Prerequisites ?
    You must have achieved credits in the following 3 subjects (or equivalent): * Intermediate Macroeconomics * Intermediate Microeconomics * Intermediate Econometrics.
    How to Apply ?
    SATAC Code: 3CM026

    International applicants

    Not an international applicant? ?

    IELTS Overall 6 [more info]
    Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $25,200
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries Student Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Graduate entry only
    Prerequisites ?
    Bachelor's degree
    Equivalent Scores
    IELTS
    Overall
    Reading
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    Speaking
    Writing
    6
    5.5
    5.5
    6
    6
    How to Apply ?

    International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

    Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results? ?

    Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $25,200
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries Student Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Graduate entry only
    Prerequisites ?
    You must have achieved credits in the following 3 subjects (or equivalent): * Intermediate Macroeconomics * Intermediate Microeconomics * Intermediate Econometrics.
  • Study Plans

    The study plans ? given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2010 (refer to the program rules). Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.

    To qualify for the degree of Master of Applied Economics (Public Policy), you must complete courses with a combined total of not less than 36 units comprising the following:

    One of the following quantitative courses (3 units)

    Sem 1 ECON 7001 Topics in Applied Econometrics IIID* 
    Sem 2 ECON 7022 Econometric Theory IIID* 

    All of the following compulsory courses (12 units) 

    Sem 1 ECON 7032 Public Economics IIID (Course information available late 2009)
    Sem 2 ECON 7115 Public Economics  
    Sem 2 ECON 7205 Public Finance IIID 
    Sem 1 or 2: ECON 7220 Challenges Facing Economic Policy Makers 
        
    Note:  Level IIID courses involve work & assessment in addition to that which is required in level III courses 

     Two of the following elective courses not previously taken (6 units) 
    Available Semester 1

    ECON 7114 Money, Banking and Financial Markets IIID 
    ECON 7072 International Trade IIID 
    ECON 7058 Development Economics IIID 
    ECON 7215 Time Series Economics IIID 

    Available Semester 2

    ECON 7016 Resource and Environmental Economics IIID 
    ECON 7044 International Finance IIID 
    ECON 7062 Strategic Thinking  IIID 
    ECON 7219 Macroeconomics IIID 
     One of the following compulsory courses not previously taken (3 units) 
    Available Semester 1

    ECON 7122 Macroeconomics  
    ECON 7110 Advanced Mathematical Economics IV 
    ECON 7121 Microeconomic Theory IV 
    ECON 7204 Econometrics IV* 
    ECON 7100 International Finance IV 

    Available Semester 2

    ECON 7102 International Trade  
     Dissertation or Electives

    Either the Master of Applied Economics Public Policy Dissertation or additional courses at level IIID or IV to the value of 12 units: 

    Available Semester 1 or 2:
    ECON 7212 Dissertation  (12 units)
    ECON 7214 Dissertation (9 units)
     
    * These courses require some mathematical or statistical background.
     
    Please note: Currently, these courses link to Course Planner 2009. Please consult Course Planner in late 2009 for up to date course information, availability and scheduling for 2010.
  • Graduate Attributes

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