Macquarie University
Master of Applied Economics and Master of International Trade and Commerce Law
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 24 months
- Course Type: Master's
Extend your knowledge of the legal, governance and policy issues relevant to international and domestic trade and commerce so that you develop a broad and well-rounded understanding of the area, as well as skills to advance your career.
Course overview
Distinct from other degrees of its kind, the Master of Applied Economics places significant importance on context and the application of theory to solving real-world problems; and provides an opportunity for you to undertake interdisciplinary studies, recognising that applied economists work in increasingly diverse fields that cross traditional discipline boundaries.
Key facts
What you will study
To complete the Master of Applied Economics and Master of International Trade and Commerce Law, students must complete 160 credit points.
Core
- Applied Topics in Microeconomics
- Applied Economics Project
- Applied Econometrics
Elective Units
Complete 50 credit points from the following options.
- Applied Topics in Macroeconomics
- Health Economics and Policy
- Climate Change, Energy and Environmental Economics
- International Trade
- Economic Development
- Economics of Public Issues
- Techniques in Business Analytics
- International Financial Management
Entry Requirements
Master of Applied Economics
- AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent.
- AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent and a minimum of two years relevant approved work experience, professional certification, or other recognised prior learning.
Master of International Trade and Commerce Law
- AQF level 8 bachelor honours or graduate diploma qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent.
Meet Two of the Following Three Criteria:
- AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent.
- Approved work experience, professional certification, or other recognised prior learning.
- AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65.
Recognition of Prior Learning
With recognition of prior learning (RPL), you could get credit for your prior study and experience, reducing the duration of your studies. Credit is awarded for formal and informal or non-formal learning. You’ll need to apply for RPL once you receive your offer to study at Macquarie.
Outcomes
Career Outcomes
- Barrister or Solicitor
- Business Executive
- Community Advocate
- Diplomat
- Economist
- Entrepreneur
- Financial Adviser or Analyst
- In-house Counsel
- International Policy Adviser
- Lobbyist
- Market Analyst
- Market or Social Researcher
- Policy Adviser
- Politician
- Public Servant
- Statistician
- Trade Law Specialist
Fees and FEE-HELP
Estimated annual fee in 2025: $34,200 (domestic full-fee paying place)
The estimated fee displayed is based on a standard full-time study load. Fees may increase each year. For courses longer than one year in duration, you'll pay the fee that is current for the year that you enroll.
A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:
- The number of units studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of units.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee-paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.