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The Master of Economics program provides you with essential analytical abilities, data interpretation expertise, and decision-making capabilities needed for successful careers across various public and private sector positions. This program caters to both new graduates and working professionals looking to enhance their economic knowledge for career advancement or transition. Those holding an undergraduate degree in economics might qualify for a shortened program duration.
Admission to the Master of Economics (2 years full-time) requires:
a bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney, with a minimum credit (65%) average, or an equivalent qualification; or
completion of the requirements for the embedded Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Economics with a minimum credit (65%) average, or an equivalent qualification.
Reduced volume of learning
If you have completed previous studies in a related area or have relevant work experience, you may be able to reduce the duration of your studies based on the criteria below:
Admission to the Master of Economics (1.5 years full-time) requires:
a bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney, with a major in Economics and with a minimum credit (65%) average, or an equivalent qualification; or
relevant professional experience and a bachelor's degree with a minimum credit (65%) average, or an equivalent qualification.
Admission to the Master of Economics (1 year full-time) requires:  
an Honours degree in Economics. 
If you do not meet the requirements listed above for direct entry to the Master’s degree, you may be able to enter via a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in the same subject area and upgrade to the Master’s after successful completion of the shorter course.