About the course

Economic decision making by governments, businesses and individuals can significantly impact our lives, behaviour and wellbeing. Applied economic analysis is an increasingly important field, requiring people who are skilled at analysing and interpreting economic data to inform decisions about everything from healthcare to financial policy, economic growth and development, natural resources and the environment, and the organisation and structure of markets.

　　The Applied Economics specialisation will develop your technical knowledge alongside your real-world problem-solving and decision-making skills, so that you?re well prepared to advance your career. You?ll study development economics, ecological economics, health economics and international trade. With an interdisciplinary focus, this specialisation will help you develop the capabilities to work in increasingly diverse fields that cross traditional discipline boundaries.

　　Key features

　　Boost your employability by studying genuine economic challenges

　　Apply theory to real-world situations and be equipped with the skills you?ll need to operate effectively in business environments.

　　Develop advanced and integrated theoretical knowledge

　　Learn how to apply creative and innovative strategies to evaluate, manage and resolve complex economic challenges.

　　Augment your classroom learning with independent research

　　Undertake an individual research project that allows you to apply what you?ve learned in the classroom to a genuine economic issue.

　　Demonstrate ethical reasoning

　　Develop your understanding of the role ethics plays in economics, and stand out from your peers. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Session 1 (February), 2024	North Ryde
Session 2 (July), 2024	North Ryde
Session 1 (February), 2025	North Ryde
Session 2 (July), 2025	North Ryde
Session 1 (February), 2026	North Ryde
Session 2 (July), 2026	North Ryde

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Macquarie University

AQF level 8 bachelor honours or graduate diploma qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent, or

　　Meet two of the following three criteria:

　　AQF level 7 bachelor qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent

　　Two years relevant approved work experience, professional certification or other recognised prior learning

　　AQF level 7 bachelor qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65

　　Academic IELTS of 6.5 overall with minimum 6.0 in each band, or equivalent..TOEFL iBT 83 Reading 13 Writing 21 Listening 12 Speaking 18

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 83.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Macquarie University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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