Master of International Economics and Finance
Overview
Engage in a diverse range of courses and specialisations that will give you the skills required by commercial enterprises and public bodies to make financial and investment decisions spanning global markets.
UQ is one of only a handful of universities worldwide offering a Master of International Economics and Finance. With courses taught by leading academics specialising in the trade and finance sectors, the program will provide you with advanced knowledge of the extensive implications and opportunities arising from the process of international economic and financial integration.
The program is founded upon a platform of microeconomics, macroeconomics and statistics, and extends to teaching you how economic principles may be applied to issues in the international economy, with electives that enable you to focus on your specific needs and interests.
The 24 unit program over 1.5 years suits undergraduates with a degree in economics, business or commerce, and you'll graduate with the critical skills and competencies required in commercial enterprises, financial and investment operations, government departments and development-related organisations.
Program highlights
- 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
- Learn why success in today’s business economy depends on your ability to understand and respond to ever-changing international economic forces.
- Develop specialised knowledge of the extensive implications and opportunities arising from the process of greater economic and financial integration around the world.
- Use your skills to progress into roles across the public and private sectors in Australia and overseas, or go further and pursue a higher degree by research.
How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Online study
- Research experience
- Peer-assisted study sessions
- Workshops
What you'll study
At UQ, degrees are called 'programs' and subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study in this program:
- Economics of Financial Markets
- Elements of Econometrics
- International Macroeconomics and Finance
- International Trade and Investment
Dual programs
Double your skills and your opportunities with a dual degree. You can study the Master of International Economics and Finance as a part of these dual programs:
Career possibilities
Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Market risk analyst
- Compliance officer
- Quantitative analyst
- Pricing strategist
- Performance analyst
Professional memberships
When you graduate, you may be eligible for memberships with the following professional organisations. Contact the organisation to find out how to become a member.
- Economic Society of Australia
“With a diverse range of courses and specialisations offered, my program is one of a kind. I really enjoy the well-structured and informative content, which allows me to diversify my knowledge and become confident in my skills and potential as an economist.”
Rycia MantuaGraduate, Master of International Economics and Finance
“With a diverse range of courses and specialisations offered, my program is one of a kind. I really enjoy the well-structured and informative content, which allows me to diversify my knowledge and become confident in my skills and potential as an economist.”
Rycia MantuaGraduate, Master of International Economics and Finance
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Entry requirements
Prerequisites
- A bachelor degree (or equivalent) in the same discipline with a GPA of 4.5, approved by the Executive Dean; or
- A Graduate Certificate in Economics from UQ with a GPA of 4.5.
Prerequisites
- A bachelor degree (or equivalent) in the same discipline with a GPA of 4.5, approved by the Executive Dean; or
- A Graduate Certificate in Economics from UQ with a GPA of 4.5.
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Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider
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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.
There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.
Student visas
International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Master of International Economics and Finance 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 and Scholarships
Indicative annual fee
AUD $40,640
Indicative annual fee 2021
This indicative annual fee is the cost of enrolling in the Master of International Economics and Finance for the 2021 academic year. It is calculated based on a standard full-time study load (16 units per academic year).
If you enrol in a larger or smaller study load, your fees will be calculated on a proportionate basis. All fees are reviewed annually.
Indicative annual fee
AUD $36,160
Indicative annual fee 2021
This indicative annual fee is the average cost of enrolling in the Master of International Economics and Finance at 2021 fee rates. It is calculated based on a standard full-time study load (16 units per academic year).
The average fee would be less for part-time study. Actual fees will vary according to your choice of courses, their unit value and the time you take to complete this program. Fees may be higher in later years as all fees are reviewed annually.
Government assistance
Financial aid
As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.
FEE-HELP
Domestic students who are accepted into the Master of International Economics and Finance pay tuition fees.
FEE-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme to assist eligible students with the cost of their tuition fees.
Centrelink support
The Australian Government offers a number of income-support payments to eligible Australian university students.
Scholarships
Make your university experience more affordable with a scholarship. Opportunities include:
Scholarships
Make your university experience more affordable with a scholarship. Opportunities include:
How to apply
Applying online
All international applications should be submitted to UQ. If you prefer, you can use an approved UQ agent in your country.
The program code for the Master of International Economics and Finance is 5185.
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Applying online
All domestic applications should be submitted to UQ.
The program code for the Master of International Economics and Finance is 5185.
Find out more about applying for postgraduate coursework study
Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants
For support with applying - or if you have any questions about Uni - get in touch with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit.
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