- Development and infrastructure analyst
- Environmental policy officer
- Policy and advocacy officer
- Education policy analyst
Master of Arts [M.A] (Development Economics)
Field of Study:
A$40,640/Yr
- The University of Queensland offers a Master of Arts in Development Economics for a duration of 2 years.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- UQ's School of Economics works with schools across the university to provide an interdisciplinary learning experience for the Master of Development Economics, with teaching provided by a host of experts in the field.
- The sample courses of the program include:
- Foundations in Microeconomics
- Foundations in Macroeconomics
- The Macroeconomy
- Globalisation and Economic Development
- The program delivers comprehensive training in microeconomics, macroeconomics, statistics, and econometrics, and will learn about the main economic pressures on the developing world.
- Students will learn through lectures, tutorials, research experience, seminars and workshops.
- Students will gain key quantitative skills in econometrics, benefit/cost analysis, and operations research that will prepare them for specialized roles.
- The University of Queensland ranks 2nd in Australia and 41st in the world for business and economics by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2021.
Important Dates
The closing date of Semester 1 for this program is November 30.
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
---|---|
Tuition Fees | A$40640 (AUD 40640) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
---|---|
Housing (On-Campus) | A$21360 (AUD 21360) |
Housing (Off-Campus) | A$14568 (AUD 14568) |
Books and Supplies | A$850 (AUD 850) |
Total Cost | A$36778 (AUD 36778) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must complete a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with a GPA of 4.5, approved by the Executive Dean.
- Or, complete a Graduate Certificate in Economics Studies or Graduate Diploma in Economics from UQ (or equivalent) with a GPA of 4.5.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year bachelor's degree from a recognized institution.
- Students must hold a GPA of 4 (60%) on a 7 point scale.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
Scores Required
4.5 / 7
Minimum gpa
GPA
Submission of GRE scores is required for this program, however, it is recommended to submit the scores (300+) for a better chance of admission.
Required Document List
Following are the required documents:
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements or awards, publications, relevant work, or volunteer experience.
- UQ Online Applications: Students have to fill online applications to take admission.
- Academic Transcripts: Students have to provide full academic transcripts that contain student’s unit results.
- Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE): It is an official document issued to international students by universities in Australia. It confirms that students have accepted a place in a course, and have paid tuition fees and Overseas Student Health Cover premium (OSHC).
- Evidence of work experience: It includes details of management experience in the form of a CV.
- Personal Statement: It should include a brief overview of student’s strengths and any work experience and/or education that they have.
- Supplementary documents: Students may be required to provide additional information with the application, depending on which University course they choose.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English languages proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other recognized English test results.
Career and Placement after Course
The career opportunities for the students are:
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
---|---|---|---|---|
UQ India Global Leaders Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
UQ Economics India, Malaysia, Sri Lanka and Vietnam Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
HASS Scholarship for Excellence - India | Scholarship per studentA$ 7,603/Yr$7,603 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Science International Scholarship- University of Queensland | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Australia Awards Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Collegedunia $150 Scholarship Program | Scholarship per studentA$ 150/Yr$150 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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