Development Economics (32 units)

University of Queensland

About

This program is strongly differentiated from typical development-related programs in that it has a strong emphasis on quantitative techniques in econometrics, benefit/cost analysis and operations research, all set in the 'developing economy' context.

It is also unique in offering students training in how to model the economy as a complex, evolving system, which is highly appropriate in understanding economic development.

Graduates will have extensive training in economic modelling and statistical techniques, in addition to the key analytical frameworks in the field of economic development.

Given the strong quantitative emphasis of the program, care has been taken to offer a range of electives of a less quantitative nature, including courses offered by four other Schools.

The elective list is extensive enough to allow study in fields such as:

health;

environment;

innovation and competition policy;

international economics and politics;

quantitative techniques for project appraisals.

This program does not presume prior knowledge or training in economics.

Structure

The program plan for this program can be found here.

Courses

See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Development Economics.

Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.

Study options

Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:

  • Master of Advanced Economics
  • Doctor of Philosophy

Entry requirements

To complete the Master of Development Economics

To fulfil the requirements of the Master of Development Economics, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.

To complete the program, a student must complete 32 units from the MDevEcon list comprising - (a) 24 units from part A of the list; and (b) 8 units from part B of the list. If exemptions apply for Part A courses, students are to undertake electives from Part B. With Head of School approval, a student may include 2 units for a level 7 course towards Part B. Refer to the MDevEcon (32 units) rules for further information. The program plan for this program can be found here.

Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.

Early exit points

Based upon course selection, students may be able to exit this award with the:

  • Graduate Certificate in Economic Studies (#8)
  • Graduate Diploma in Economics (#16)

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