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Master of Applied Economics (Public Policy) M.AppEcPP
2009

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Location: North Terrace Campus
Duration: 1.5 years (full-time or part-time? equivalent)
Degree/Award: Masters by Coursework

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.

Admission Information

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Domestic applicants

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SATAC Code 3CM026
Annual tuition fees ?
Commonwealth-supported place: $8,677
Mid-year entry? Yes
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Selection Criteria ?

Graduate entry only.
You must have a completed Bachelor's degree or equivalent plus credits in at least 3 of the following University of Adelaide courses: Principles of Macroeconomics I, Principles of Microeconomics I, Economic & Financial Data Analysis II, Macroeconomic Theory & Policy IID, Econometrics III/Applied Econometrics III.
Prerequisites ?
You must have achieved credits in at least 3 of the following subjects: * Principles of Macroeconomics I
* Principles of Microeconomics I
* Economic & Financial Data Analysis II * Macroeconomic Theory & Policy IID
* Econometrics III or Applied Econometrics III.

How to Apply ?

SATAC Code: 3CM026

International applicants

Not an international applicant? ?

IELTS Total 6 [more info]
Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $24,000
Mid-year entry? Yes
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Selection Criteria ?

Graduate entry only
Prerequisites ?
Bachelor's degree
Equivalent Scores
IELTS
Total
Reading
Listening
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: $24,000
Mid-year entry? Yes
Enquiries Student Centre

Selection Criteria ?

Graduate entry only
Prerequisites ?
You must have achieved credits in at least 3 of the following subjects: * Principles of Macroeconomics I
* Principles of Microeconomics I
* Economic & Financial Data Analysis II * Macroeconomic Theory & Policy IID
* Econometrics III or Applied Econometrics III.
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Study Plans

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

Core Courses

Intermediate level Courses

Students choose one from the following:

Higher-level Courses

Students choose one from the following:  

 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.

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Graduate Attributes

School of Economics Postgraduate Program Graduate Attributes

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