Master of Arts [M.A] [Economics and Public Policy] From The University of Queensland

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Master of Arts [M.A] (Economics and Public Policy)

1 year
Full Time
On Campus
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

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$31786 (AUD 48160)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Housing (On-Campus)$14098 (AUD 21360)
Housing (Off-Campus)$9615 (AUD 14568)

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2022$29135 (AUD 44144)
2021$26822 (AUD 40640)

Important Dates

The closing date of Semester 1 for this program is November 30.

EventApplication Date
Semester 2 Application Deadline for 2026 Intake May 31, 2025
Semester 1 Application Deadline for 2026 Intake Nov 30, 2025
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  • 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.


Scores Required

87 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

64 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

304 / 340

Avg. Score in

GRE

4.5 / 7

Minimum gpa

GPA

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 IELTSTOEFL, or other recognized English test results.

Ranking

202520242023202220212020201920182017

Times Higher Education logo
Arts 126 out of 601 in Global Ranking
( #6 out of 29 in Australia 2025)

QS World University logo
Arts 109 out of 553 in Global Ranking
( #7 out of 23 in Australia 2025)

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TOP Scholarships

Scholarship nameAward amountEligibility
UQ International Excellence Scholarship25% reduction in tuition fees per semesterInternational student received an unconditional offer to study full-time at UQ commencing in 2025.
UQ International High Achievers Award20% reduction in tuition fees per semesterInternational student received an unconditional offer to study full-time at UQ commencing in 2025.


Career and Placement after Course

The career opportunities for the students are:

  • Policy program and evaluation consultant
  • Government and public affairs manager
  • Policy and economic adviser
  • Infrastructure and an investment adviser


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