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    Master of Economics and Public Policy

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    St Lucia, AUMEconPPIn-person18 months
    A$63,264.00
    Tuition
    over 18mo
    24
    Credits
    A$150.00
    App fee

    Master of Economics and Public Policy at The University of Queensland is a 24-credit, 18-month, in-person MEconPP program based in St Lucia, AU. Tuition is A$63,264.

    About the program

    Program providing economic analytical tools to design and evaluate public policies, focusing on public economics, regulatory economics, microeconomic and macroeconomic analysis. Covers government intervention in globalized economy with multidisciplinary approaches including political science.

    Focus: coursework
    1 in Queensland for social policy and administration (QS World University Rankings 2025) | 3 in Australia for business and economics (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Semester 2 2027
    May 31, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19
    IELTS
    optional
    Min overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2-3 years Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) Post-Study Work stream (Australia)

    A$24,312.00
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    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Economics and Public Policy at The University of Queensland cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Economics and Public Policy at The University of Queensland is A$63,264 across 24 required credits.
    Is Master of Economics and Public Policy at The University of Queensland online or in-person?
    Master of Economics and Public Policy at The University of Queensland is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Economics and Public Policy at The University of Queensland take to complete?
    Master of Economics and Public Policy at The University of Queensland is structured around 18 months and 24 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Economics and Public Policy at The University of Queensland?
    Per the program's published guidance: GPA of 4.5 on a 7-point scale
    What work-permit options follow Master of Economics and Public Policy at The University of Queensland?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Economics and Public Policy at The University of Queensland: 2-3 years Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) Post-Study Work stream (Australia)