- Policy program and evaluation consultant
- Government and public affairs manager
- Policy and economic adviser
- Infrastructure and an investment adviser
Master of Arts [M.A] (Economics and Public Policy)
1 year
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
Ranked #53 out of 1502 by THE Global Ranking 2023
$31,786 /Yr
A$48,160 /Yr
Important Alert
- Semester 1 Application Deadline for 2026 Intake - Nov 30, 2025
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
---|---|
Tuition Fees | $31786 (AUD 48160) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Housing (On-Campus) | $14098 (AUD 21360) |
Housing (Off-Campus) | $9615 (AUD 14568) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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2022 | $29135 (AUD 44144) |
2021 | $26822 (AUD 40640) |
Important Dates
The closing date of Semester 1 for this program is November 30.
Event | Application Date |
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Semester 2 Application Deadline for 2026 Intake | |
Semester 1 Application Deadline for 2026 Intake | Nov 30, 2025 |
- The University of Queensland offers a Master of Science in Economics and Public Policy for a duration of 1.5 years.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- UQ School of Economics is consistently ranked in the top 5 percent of research-intensive economic departments in the world. Source: Research Papers in Economics
- The sample courses of the program include:
- The Macroeconomy
- Consumer and Firm Behaviour
- Elements of Econometrics
- Competition Policy and Regulation
- In this program, students will learn from internationally respected academic staff about the analytical techniques to evaluate, influence, and develop effective public policy, and how to apply economics to make a positive difference in our increasingly globalized world.
- Students will learn through lectures, tutorials, work placements, online study, research experience, and seminars.
- This is a 24 unit program is designed for graduates with a background in economics, business, or commerce, with training provided in areas including macroeconomics, microeconomics, political science, public policy, and the impact of economic analysis on policy.
- The University of Queensland ranks 2nd in Australia and 41st in the world for business and economics according to the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2021.
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Scores Required
Submission of GRE scores is required for this program, however, it is recommended to submit the scores (300+) for a better chance of admission.
Required Document List
Following are the required documents:
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements or awards, publications, relevant work, or volunteer experience.
- UQ Online Applications: Students have to fill online applications to take admission.
- Academic Transcripts: Students have to provide full academic transcripts that contain student’s unit results.
- Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE): It is an official document issued to international students by universities in Australia. It confirms that students have accepted a place in a course, and have paid tuition fees and Overseas Student Health Cover premium (OSHC).
- Evidence of work experience: It includes details of management experience in the form of a CV.
- Personal Statement: It should include a brief overview of student’s strengths and any work experience and/or education that they have.
- Supplementary documents: Students may be required to provide additional information with the application, depending on which University course they choose.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English languages proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other recognized English test results.

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TOP Scholarships
Scholarship name | Award amount | Eligibility |
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UQ International Excellence Scholarship | 25% reduction in tuition fees per semester | International student received an unconditional offer to study full-time at UQ commencing in 2025. |
UQ International High Achievers Award | 20% reduction in tuition fees per semester | International student received an unconditional offer to study full-time at UQ commencing in 2025. |
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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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HASS Scholarship for Excellence - India | Scholarship per student$ 6,600/Yr$10,000 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific | |
UQ India Global Leaders Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 13,200/Yr$20,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
UQ Economics India, Malaysia, Sri Lanka and Vietnam Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam International Postgraduate Scholarships 2020 | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific | |
VueVille Future Technology Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 660/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Go Clean Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 2,310/Yr$3,500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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