University of Queensland
Graduate Certificate in Economics
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 6 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Develop your analytical ability, critical thinking and logic – all key decision-making skills that can contribute to greater career outcomes.
Course overview
The Graduate Certificate in Economics provides economics training and allows you to build on the knowledge of economic concepts gained in your undergraduate degree.
Discover new learning experiences in a modern economics program that's engaging, interactive and always rewarding. Graduate with the abilities you need to succeed in a dynamic and increasingly competitive world.
Key facts
27th July, 2026
What you will study
Students must complete eight units (four courses) comprising:
- Six units for all GCEcon Core Courses
- Two units from GCEcon Program Elective Courses
Complete six units for all of the following:
- The Macroeconomy
- Consumer and Firm Behaviour
- Elements of Econometrics
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
To be eligible for entry, you'll need a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.
Relevant disciplines for previous qualifications
Relevant disciplines include economics, business, or commerce; or a bachelor's degree containing at least four courses in any three of the following areas:
- Microeconomics
- Macroeconomics
- Statistics
- Mathematics
English language requirements
For international students, you must demonstrate that you meet one of the following English proficiency requirements:
- 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 (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.
- PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.
- BE - 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.
There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. Contact the university for more information.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative annual fee in 2025: $20,920 (domestic full-fee paying place)
The indicative annual fee is based on your approximate yearly cost of tuition (eight units).
A student’s fee may vary depending on:
- The number of courses studied.
- Choice of courses.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.
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.