Master of Economic Studies
Why study the Master of Economic Studies at UNE?
The Master of Economic Studies is a course work only program which provides an excellent means of obtaining advanced-level qualifications in economic analysis, applied economics, economic development, economic policy, agricultural and resource economics, efficiency and productivity analysis, or economic history.
This course is available to students by distance education or by on campus study. It can provide a broadening course for those students wishing to extend their knowledge of economics, or a focused program for those students seeking a greater concentration in a particular area of the discipline. Students can study environmental economics, rural development policy, labour economics, macroeconomics and trade, theoretical and applied econometrics, finance and banking, agricultural and natural resource economics, public finance and business decision making, economic history among a wide range of available options.
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DURATION
1 Year Full-timeUp to 3 years Part-time
FEES
CSPInternational
2010 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Semester 1, Off CampusSemester 1, On Campus
Semester 2, Off Campus
Semester 2, On Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
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| Official Abbreviation | MEcSt | |||||||||||||||
| Course Type | Postgraduate | |||||||||||||||
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| Fees | CSP / International | |||||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 48 | |||||||||||||||
| Benefits | Summer Semester provides an opportunity for students to fast-track their academic progression or to catch up on units to complete the degree. A selection of units is offered off-campus during the normal semester break from November to February, enabling students to study from home to accelerate their progress towards graduation. Summer Semester is offered on a fee-paying basis only. |
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| How to apply |
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on or off campus through UAC. For more information, click here
Former or current domestic UNE students apply to study on or off campus directly to UNE. For more information, click here
International students apply directly to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | To be eligible for admission to the Master of Economic Studies, a candidate must have completed a three year degree or its equivalent in a relevant discipline. Applicants considered inadequately prepared for candidature may be advised to enrol in the Graduate Diploma in Economics or a Masters Qualifying program. |
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| Advanced Standing | There is no maximum to the advanced standing that may be granted for units passed at this University prior to admission to candidature that have not been counted towards another qualification. A maximum of 24 credit points of advanced standing may be granted for units passed at another university or institution that have reasonable correspondence to units offered in the Master of Economic Studies. |
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| Fast Track | Summer Semester is available (full fees apply). |
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| Scholarships | The University offers a number of scholarships available to Australian citizens and permanent residents. |
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| Academic Colours |
peacock blue (BCC 120) |
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| Further Information | 
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1. Admission to Candidature
1.1. The course is available on a Commonwealth supported basis only.
1.2. Applicants for admission to candidature for the degree of Master of Economic Studies shall:
(a) have fulfilled the requirements for admission to a degree or qualification of equivalent standing at this or another university or tertiary institution, provided that the degree or qualification:
(i) is accepted by the Head of the School of Business, Economics and Public Policy or nominee as sufficient qualification for admission to the proposed course of study; and
(ii) required a minimum of three years' full-time study; or
(b) be accepted by the Head of the School of Business, Economics and Public Policy or nominee as satisfying the requirements of the Qualifying Course for Admission to Candidature for the Degree of Master.
2. Approval of Course of Study
After admission to candidature, a candidate shall have a course of study approved by the course coordinator.
3. Requirements for the Master of Economic Studies Degree
3.1. Except as provided in Rule 5., a candidate shall:
(a) follow a course of study prescribed by the course coordinator as set out in Rule 3.2.;
(b) complete such written assignments and tasks as are prescribed and pass any examination as is prescribed in each unit of the course of study.
3.2. A candidate may proceed to the Master of Economic Studies by course work to a minimum value of 48 credit points.
Except with the permission of the course coordinator the course of study shall comprise:
(a) units to a minimum value of 36 credit points in the relevant major discipline as defined in Rule 4.; and
(b) elective units approved by the course coordinator to a minimum value of 12 credit points from the School of Business, Economics and Public Policy; and
(c) a maximum of 18 credit points at 300 level and combination of units at 400 and/or 500 level.
3.3. Except as provided in Rule 3.4., a candidate shall:
(a) as a full-time candidate, satisfy the above requirements of Rule 3.2. in not more than 18 months from the date of commencement of candidature;
(b) as a part-time candidate, satisfy the above requirements of Rule 3.2. in not less than 18 months from the date of commencement of candidature and not more than four years.
3.4. In exceptional circumstances, the course coordinator may vary the requirements of Rule 3.3. by extending the period of candidature for a period or periods totalling not more than 12 months.
4. Majors for the Master of Economic Studies Degree
4.1. Except with the permission of the school on the recommendation of the course coordinator the course of study shall include six units or 36 credit points in the relevant major discipline defined as follows:
(a) Agricultural and Resource Economics—any combination of ECON units with second digit 2 or 3 according to the specifications of Rule 3.2.
(b) Economics—any combination of ECON and QM units according to the specifications of Rule 3.
(c) Economic Analysis—compulsory units ECON 371, 408 and 409, plus other units selected from ECON 328/428 and ECON units with second digit 0, 1, 6 or 7, and QM units according to the specifications of Rule 3.2.
(d) Economic Development—ECON 314/414, 317/417, plus other units from ECON 326, 329/429, 335/435, 345, 350, 377/477, 537, 556 according to the specifications of Rule 3.2.
(e) Economic History—any combination of ECON units with second digit 4 or 5 and ECON 314/414 according to the specifications of Rule 3.2.
(f) Efficiency and Productivity Analysis—ECON 377/477 plus other units from ECON 301, 326, 328/428, 334/434, 374/474, 376/476; QM 365 according to the specifications of Rule 3.2.
4.2. A candidate who successfully completes a major as listed in Rule 4.1. shall be entitled to have that major recorded on the academic transcript and testamur.
5. Advanced Standing
5.1. At the discretion of the school on the recommendation of the course coordinator, a candidate may be granted advanced standing for course work units only, passed prior to admission to candidature, provided that such units have reasonable correspondence with units offered by the school for the Master of Economic Studies for up to 24 credit points, except as provided by Advanced Standing Rule 3 Rule 3.4.(d), on the basis of units that have been successfully completed towards a postgraduate qualification at this or another University; or through other significant learning which the school considers equivalent to units prescribed for the Master of Economic Studies.
5.2. A candidate who is re-admitted to candidature following exclusion may be granted advanced standing by the school for units in which he or she previously satisfied examiners in terms of Rule 3.1.(b).
6. Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the University Policy on Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct.