Graduate Certificate in Economic Studies in Brisbane Australia | The University of Queensland

The University of Queensland | Brisbane Australia
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD 25,280
(c. USD17,840.55)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
6 months

Pursuing advanced economics studies at UQ will enhance your analytical skills, critical reasoning, and logical thinking – essential competencies for effective decision-making that can lead to improved professional opportunities. For those without prior economics background wishing to enter this discipline, this certificate serves as your gateway.

UQ's curriculum draws from cutting-edge economic research and is delivered by distinguished faculty, ensuring you receive top-tier academic training. Your coursework will encompass fundamental economic theories and their practical implementations, while exploring the reasoning behind economic decision-making processes.

Throughout the six-month Graduate Certificate in Economic Studies program (or its part-time equivalent), you'll master core economic concepts in microeconomics, macroeconomics, statistical analysis, and quantitative methods, creating pathways for continued education. This qualification also proves valuable for professionals aiming for career transitions or progression.


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Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, or
to have completed post-secondary studies, plus 5 years of full-time equivalent work experience in business or economics, or
7 years of full-time equivalent work experience in business or economics.

You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.
Applications on the basis of post-secondary study and/or work experience will be individually assessed.

English Proficiency

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. BEP - 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.

Tuition AUD 25,280

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