Handbook

Category A

To be eligible for the program, you must have:

• A recognised Honours degree (with a research thesis) in economics with a Second Upper Class (2.1) or better

OR

Category B

To be eligible for the program, you must have:

• A recognised bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) with a minimum overall average of 70%, as determined by the UNSW Postgraduate Coursework Entry Calculator; and A major (at least seven courses) in Economics; and completed second- or third-year courses in microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics and mathematical economics at a minimum average grade of 70% for these courses

OR

Category C

To be eligible for the program, you must have:

• A recognised bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) with a credit average (65% or higher) as determined by the UNSW Postgraduate Coursework Entry Calculator; and
• Substantial studies in intermediate level microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics as well as mathematical and statistical methods within the bachelor degree; and
• A graduate certificate in economics (equivalent to that offered at UNSW Business School) with a minimum overall average of 70%, as determined by the UNSW Postgraduate Coursework Entry Calculator

Progression rules are in accordance with university policy.

For more information on university policy on progression requirements please visit Academic Progression

A graduate of the MEc is prepared for a career as a professional economist with advanced technical skills, or for further studies in economics or related fields in Australia and abroad.