Master of Applied Economics (Public Policy) M.AppEcPP
2008

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.

Related Programs

• Professional Certificate in Public Policy
• Master of Applied Economics
• Master of Applied Economics (International)

Admission Information

Admissions information for domestic and international students.

Domestic

Selection criteria:	Graduate entry only
Prerequisites:	Bachelor of Economics from the University of Adelaide (or equivalent), or Graduate Certificate in Economics from the University of Adelaide.
How to apply:	Download the application form (local students only) Submit your application to: Economics Postgraduate Coursework Programs School of Economics, Ground Floor, Napier Building University of Adelaide, South Australia 5005 Email: pgcoordeco@adelaide.edu.au
Mid-year entry?	Subject to availability
Annual tuition fees:	Commonwealth-supported place: $8,499 Australian Full-fee place: $14,000
General enquiries:	Student Centre

International

Selection criteria:	Graduate entry only
How to apply:	Application information for international students Important application deadlines for international students
Annual tuition fees:	International student place: $18,540
General enquiries:	Student Centre

Study Plans

The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description, see the program rules.

Core Courses
ECON 7001 Topics in Applied Econometrics IIID or ECON 7022 Econometric Theory IIID ECON 7032 Public Economics IIID ECON 7065 Public Economics (H) ECON 7141 Challenges Facing Economic Policy Makers ECON 7205 Public Finance IIID
Intermediate level Courses
Students choose one from the following: ECON 7016 Resource & Environmental Economics IIID ECON 7044 International Finance IIID  ECON 7058 Development Economics IIID ECON 7062 Strategic Thinking IIID ECON 7072 International Trade IIID ECON 7096 Economic Theory IIID ECON 7114 Money, Banking and Financial Markets IIID ECON 7210 Climate Change: Mitigation and Adaptation
Higher-level Courses
Students choose one from the following:   ECON 7009 Mathematical Economics (H) ECON 7023 Econometrics (H)  ECON 7025 Microeconomics A (H) ECON 7055 International Trade (H) ECON 7056 International Finance (H) ECON 7077 Economic Development (H) ECON 7059 Macroeconomics A (H)
Dissertation or Electives
ECON 7212 Master of Applied Economics (Public Policy) Dissertation* (12 units) or ECON 7213 Master of Applied Economics (Public Policy) Dissertation* (8 units) or ECON 7214 Master of Applied Economics (Public Policy) Dissertation* (9 units) or Or  Students choose additional intermediate or higher-level courses to the value of at least 12 units. *Only availabe to students who have achieved a distinction average.

Graduate Attributes

School of Economics Postgraduate Program Graduate Attributes

Useful Links

• Business and Law Postgraduate Program Information Leaflet
• School of Economics
• Faculty of the Professions

Program Rules

School of Economics Postgraduate Program Rules