Master of Economic Analysis

This degree is designed for students with a strong background in mathematics, or professionals requiring high-end training in some aspects of economic theory and applications.

It is also suitable for students seeking a stepping stone towards a PhD in the area of economics.In this course you will analyse real-world matters, from public policy to law and financial markets.

The Master of Economic Analysis includes core, electives and research project-based study;

it is a counterpart to the Master of Economics.At the University of Sydney you will receive advanced training in economics and a pathway to higher degree study.

With innovative instruction in cutting-edge economic theory and applications, it is a challenging graduate program in economics for highly focused students.Our classes are small and you will learn the methods of economic modelling and the art and science of working with data using sophisticated tools.

We have a long tradition of excellence and dynamic research activities in all fields of economics.There is also a Master of Economics for those students seeking a pathway into a career in economics.Commonwealth Supported PlacesCommonwealth Supported Places (CSP) are available for postgraduate study for eligible domestic students.

This means that your course fees are subsidised by the Australian Government and you pay a student contribution amount (SCA).

CSPs are limited in number and are allocated based on academic merit.

Admission requirement

Entry in the 1 year or 1.5 year degree program is determined by the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) criteria below:

Admission to candidature for the Master of Economic Analysis (1.5 years full-time) requires:

• a bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney, including a major in Economics with a minimum distinction (75%) average, or an equivalent qualification; or
• completion of the requirements of the embedded Graduate Certificate in Economic Analysis or Graduate Diploma in Economic Analysis with a minimum distinction (75%), or an equivalent qualification; or
• completion of the Graduate Certificate in Economics with a minimum high distinction (85%) average, or equivalent qualification.

Admission to candidature for the Master of Economic Analysis (1 year full-time) requires:

• completion of the requirements for the embedded Graduate Diploma in Economic Analysis or an equivalent qualification; or
• an Honours degree in a relevant discipline.

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 with the relevant minimum average mark.

What you'll study