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Graduate Certificate in Applied Economics

  • Domestic
  • International
  • Duration

    6 months full-time or part-time equiv.
  • Start Dates

    February and July
  • Location

    North Terrace Campus

About Degree

Enhance an established career

Economics is everywhere: in the lives of individuals, in the news, in government policy and in the decision-making of big and small organisations.

This six-month program covers core economic principles to help you navigate the complexities of a globalised world. It’s suited to those seeking foundational knowledge and skills in the area. No prior economics knowledge is required for entry.

What will you do?

Our Graduate Certificate in Applied Economics sets you up to use economic tools and skills in the modern world. You will:

  • build essential knowledge of microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics
  • apply economic concepts to a range of fields
  • explore economic growth and development and the organisation of markets
  • practise advanced techniques for managing data
  • gain enhanced analytical, reasoning and communication skills.

If you want to take your studies further, there is flexibility to continue into the Grad Dip or Master of Applied Economics.

Entry Requirements

Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.I am a:

  • Domestic
  • International

    Domestic applicants

    SATAC Code3GC079
    DefermentYes - 2 year
    IntakeFebruary and July
    Selection Criteria
    Graduate entry


    Higher Education StudyA completed Bachelors degree or equivalent.


    Student Profile
    Applicant backgroundSemester one/Full year intake 2022
    Number of studentsPercentage of all students
    International students150.0%
    All students2100.0%


    International applicants

    CRICOS092237F
    IntakeFebruary and July
    Selection Criteria
    English Language Requirements

    Australian Year 12Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject
    English Tests accepted by the University of APSB
    IELTSOverall 6.5Reading 6Listening 6Speaking 6Writing 6





    TOEFLOverall 79Reading 13Listening 13Speaking 18Writing 21





    PearsonOverall 58Reading 50Listening 50Speaking 50Writing 50





    C1 AdvancedOverall 176Reading 169Listening 169Speaking 169Writing 169





    Qualifications that meet minimum English requirementsA range of alternative qualifications may meet the University’s minimum English requirements
    Academic Entry Requirements

    Detailed information on international qualifications assessment

    Tertiary QualificationsBachelor degree or equivalent
    How to Apply
    Application information for international students
    Important application deadlines for international students

    Student Profile
    Applicant backgroundSemester one/Full year intake 2022
    Number of studentsPercentage of all students
    International students150.0%
    All students2100.0%


Fees and Scholarships

Choose your applicant type to view the relevant fees and scholarships information for this program.I am a:

  • Domestic
  • International

    Domestic applicants

    Indicative annual tuition fees
    Australian Full-fee place: $18,500

    Where the standard duration of the program is less than one year the full cost of the program is displayed.

    Scholarships

    These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.


    International applicants

    Indicative annual tuition fees (24 units)International student place: $23,750

    Where the standard duration of the program is less than one year the full cost of the program is displayed.

    More information on International Student tuition fees.

    Scholarships

    These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.


Careers

Potential careers

Non Government Organisation Worker, Policy Adviser, Political Adviser, Public Servant, International Development Worker, International Trade or Business Analyst


Degree Structure

This Graduate Certificate is a 12 unit program of study. Students take three core courses and choose one elective course.

Example Study Plan

Indicative Study Plan
Core CoursesECON 7051 : Intermediate Econometrics IID

plus two courses from the following:

ECON 7222 : Applied Economic Principles
ECON 7011 : Intermediate Microeconomics IID
ECON 7071 : Intermediate Macroeconomics IID
ElectivesOne course not already taken from the following:

ECON 7011 : Intermediate Microeconomics IID
ECON 7036 : International Trade and Investment Policy IID
ECON 7052 : East Asian Economies IID
ECON 7071 : Intermediate Macroeconomics IID
ECON 7221 : The Economics of Climate Change
ECON 7222 : Applied Economic Principles
ECON 7228 : Behavioural Economics IID
Note:  With permission of the Program Coordinator an elective course to the value of three units may be chosen from other postgraduate coursework programs offered by the School of Economics

Assessment

Assessment is based on a range of methods. Typical examples of those methods include examinations, tests, individual or group assignments, projects, presentations, online quizzes, and tutorial work.


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