Master of Applied Economics M.AppEc
2008

Program Outline

The Master of Applied Economics is designed to provide an in-depth understanding of theoretical and applied economics. The degree is based on training in core areas of economics and optional specialised courses. The program emphasises knowledge of analytical techniques and the ability to apply them in new contexts, providing the training required of a professional economist working in government departments, business and not for profit organisations.

Graduates with a qualification majoring in economics (or students who have completed qualifying courses) will take a combination of intermediate and higher level courses in international trade and finance, economic theory, applied economics and econometrics. Students 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 of Applied Economics will take 2 years of full-time study.

Related Programs

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

Admission Information

Admissions information for domestic and international students.

Domestic

Selection criteria:	Graduate entry only
Prerequisites:	An undergraduate degree, with an Economics major for admission into the Masters program.
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: $14,840
General enquiries:	Student Centre

International

Selection criteria:	Graduate entry only IELTS Total Reading Listening Speaking Writing 6 5.5 5.5 6 6
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 7096 Economic Theory IIID ECON 7141 Challenges Facing Economic Policy Makers ECON 7001 Topics in Applied Econometrics IIID or ECON 7022 Econometric Theory IIID
Intermediate level Courses
Students choose two from the following: ECON 7001 Topics in Applied Econometrics IIID ECON 7210 Climate Change: Mitigation and Adaptation ECON 7058 Development Economics IIID ECON 7022 Econometric Theory IIID ECON 7050 International Economic History IIID ECON 7044 International Finance IIID ECON 7072 International Trade IIID ECON 7016 Resource & Environmental Economics IIID ECON 7114 Money, Banking and Financial Markets IIID ECON 7032 Public Economics IIID ECON 7062 Strategic Thinking IIID
Higher-level Courses
Students choose two from the following:   ECON 7023 Econometrics (H)   ECON 7077 Economic Development (H) ECON 7055 International Trade (H) ECON 7056 International Finance (H) ECON 7025 Microeconomics A (H) ECON 7059 Macroeconomics A (H) ECON 7009 Mathematical Economics (H) ECON 7065 Public Economics (H)
Dissertation or Electives (12 units)
ECON 7084: Master of Applied Economics Dissertation (12 units) or ECON 7206 Master of Applied Economics Dissertation (8 units) or ECON 7209 Master of Applied Economics Dissertation (9 units) or ECON 7129A/B Master of Applied Economics Dissertation (part-time) (12 units) Or  Students choose additional intermediate or higher-level courses to the value of at least 12 units.

Career Opportunities

Graduates can expect to find employment in the government sector, particularly with the Central banks and the Ministry of Finance, as well as private banking and financial institutions around the world.

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