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Universities Australia University of Queensland- Saint Lucia Courses Master of Applied Econometrics

Master of Applied Econometrics
at University of Queensland- Saint Lucia

Saint Lucia, Australia

Tuition Fee AU$ 44,144
Country Rank-
Duration24 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5 TOEFL: 87

Program Overview

Build high-level expertise in statistical methods, learn to apply theory and develop strong research and technical skills which are directly transferable to the employment market.

A Master of Applied Econometrics provides a competitive edge in the job market, and UQ is one of only 2 universities in Australia to offer it.

You'll develop advanced knowledge in core quantitative skills and econometric methods used in diverse areas of economics and finance. These include macroeconomics, quantitative finance, environmental and natural resource management, health, public sector management, business and economic modelling.

You'll also explore answers to big questions, such as what are the keys to unlocking hidden patterns in big data? What are the reasons for quantitative easing of monetary policy around the world? Could econometrics modelling reduce the rich-poor divide? You'll examine these and other thought-provoking issues in the process of improving your quantitative and analytical abilities, critical thinking and logic, so you have what it takes to succeed in a variety of future job roles.

Program highlights:

Develop a high level of proficiency in econometrics that builds on the significant economic knowledge you gained from undergraduate study.
Enhance your current quantitative skills and understanding so you can specialise in the field of econometrics.
Obtain an advanced qualification which can prove a career investment that will reward with premium employment opportunities.
UQ is only one of two universities in Australia to offer this program.

Course Content
Complete 32 units for either of the following:
- 32 units from MAppEmet - 2 year duration, or
- 32 units from MAppEmet - 1.5 year duration (24 units of study and 8 units for prior study)
MAppEmet - 2 year duration

Complete 32 units comprising:
- 8 units for all MAppEmet Foundational Courses, and
- 14 units for all MAppEmet Core Courses, and
- 10 units from MAppEmet Program Elective Courses
MAppEmet Foundational Courses

Complete 8 units for ALL of the following:
- Foundations in Microeconomics
- Foundations in Macroeconomics
- Mathematical Techniques for Economics
- Statistics for Business & Economics
MAppEmet Core Courses

Complete 14 units for ALL of the following:
- The Macroeconomy
- Consumer and Firm Behaviour
- Elements of Econometrics
- Advanced Microeconometrics
- Advanced Macroeconometrics
- Applied Econometrics for Macroeconomics and Finance
- Causal Inference for Microeconometrics
- Research Methods in Economics
MAppEmet Program Elective Courses

Complete exactly 10 units from the following:
- Microeconomic Analysis
- Macroeconomic Analysis
- Economics of Financial Markets
- Advanced Microeconometrics
- Statistical Theory for Economists
- Advanced Econometric Theory
- Econometric Theory
- Big Data and Machine Learning for Economics and Finance
- Productivity and Efficiency Analysis
- Special Topics in Econometrics
- Econometrics of Panel Data and Discrete Variables
- Advanced Macroeconometrics
- Financial Econometrics
- Health Economics
- International Macroeconomics and Finance
- International Trade & Investment
- Natural Resource Economics
- Cost Benefit Analysis & Project Evaluation
- Thesis
- Finance
MAppEmet - 1.5 year duration (24 units of study and 8 units for prior study)

Complete 32 units comprising:
- 14 units for all MAppEmet Core Courses, and
- 10 units from MAppEmet Program Elective Courses, and
- 8 units for all approved recognised prior learning
MAppEmet Core Courses

Complete 14 units for ALL of the following:
- The Macroeconomy
- Consumer and Firm Behaviour
- Elements of Econometrics
- Advanced Microeconometrics
- Advanced Macroeconometrics
- Applied Econometrics for Macroeconomics and Finance
- Causal Inference for Microeconometrics
- Research Methods in Economics
MAppEmet Program Elective Courses

Complete exactly 10 units from the following:
- Microeconomic Analysis
- Macroeconomic Analysis
- Economics of Financial Markets
- Advanced Microeconometrics
- Statistical Theory for Economists
- Advanced Econometric Theory
- Econometric Theory
- Big Data and Machine Learning for Economics and Finance
- Productivity and Efficiency Analysis
- Special Topics in Econometrics
- Econometrics of Panel Data and Discrete Variables
- Advanced Macroeconometrics
- Financial Econometrics
- Health Economics
- International Macroeconomics and Finance
- International Trade & Investment
- Natural Resource Economics
- Cost Benefit Analysis & Project Evaluation
- Thesis
- Finance
approved recognised prior learning

Complete 8 units for ALL of the following:
- Prior Learning (8)
Additional Rules

1. Suite of programs - 2 year duration

The following programs are considered part of the 2 year duration applied econometrics suite:
- Graduate Certificate in Economic Studies
- Graduate Diploma in Economics
2. Suite of programs - 1.5 year duration

The following program is considered part of the 1.5 year duration applied econometrics suite:
- Graduate Certificate in Economics
3. Exit awards

A student who withdraws from the 1.5 year duration may be awarded a Graduate Diploma in Economics, subject to the student having completed 16 units from the MAppEmet course list comprising:
- 8 units of MAppEmet Core Courses; and
- 8 units of MAppEmet Core Courses and/or MAppEmet Program Elective Courses.
Entry Requirement
It's possible to complete this degree in 2 years or 1.5 years depending on your qualifications and experience.

You can apply for any duration as long as you meet the entry requirements. You may also be eligible to apply for credit or exemptions to shorten your degree further. You'll graduate with the same qualification no matter how long you take to complete the degree.

2-year degree (32 units of study)

To be eligible to complete the degree in 2 years full-time (only available as full-time study), you'll need:
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, or
- a Graduate Certificate in Economic Studies from UQ, or
- a Graduate Diploma in Economics from UQ.
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.

1.5-year degree (24 units of study)
- If you have relevant prior learning or experience, you can reduce the number of courses you need to complete and graduate in less time.
To be eligible to complete the degree in 1.5 years full-time (only available as full-time study), you'll need:
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (see below), or
- a Graduate Certificate in Economics from UQ.
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.

Relevant disciplines for previous qualifications

Relevant disciplines include:
1. a bachelor degree in economics, business or commerce, or
2. a bachelor degree containing at least 4 courses in any of the following 3 areas:
- microeconomics
- macroeconomics
- statistics
- mathematics
English language requirements:
- IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
- TOEFL IBT - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.
- TOEFL PB - Overall 570, listening 54, reading 54, writing 59/5.
- Pearsons - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.
- BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.
- CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.
- OET is not accepted.
Student visas:
- International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Master of Applied Econometrics are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).
- There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the genuine temporary entrant (GTE) requirement.
Fees & Scholarships
Indicative annual fee:

Approximate yearly cost of full-time tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your selected courses and study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
- AUD $44,144
Financial aid:
- As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.
Career Prospect
Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Quantitative, risk and financial analyst
- Forensic accountant
- Computational intelligence and control scientist
- Data scientist
- Economic policy analyst
- Quantitative behavioural strategist

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Master of Applied Econometrics at University of Queensland- Saint Lucia