University of Queensland
Master of International Economics and Finance
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 24 months
- Course Type: Master's
Designed for students from any academic discipline, the program develops critical expertise in various economic models and concepts, financial markets, international trade and investment, and consumer behaviour.
Course overview
The Master of International Economics and Finance incorporates two distinct study areas to diversify your skillset and boost career opportunities across public and private sectors.
From theoretical knowledge in analysing market risks to practical skills in programming probabilities, you’ll learn how to address global challenges both independently and collaboratively. You will graduate with a unique skill set that prepares you to succeed in finance and investment, government policy, commercial enterprise and international development.
Key facts
What you will study
Students must complete 32 units comprising:
- Eight units for all MIntEcon&F Foundational Courses
- 20 units for all MIntEcon&F Core Courses
- Two to four units from MIntEcon&F Program Elective Courses
- Zero to two units from General Elective Courses
Each course is valued at two units, unless otherwise indicated.
MIntEcon&F Foundational Courses
Complete eight units for all of the following:
- Foundations in Microeconomics
- Foundations in Macroeconomics
- Mathematical Techniques for Economics
- Statistics for Business and Economics
MIntEcon&F Core Courses
Complete 20 units for all of the following:
- The Macroeconomy
- Consumer and Firm Behaviour
- Economics of Financial Markets
- Elements of Econometrics
- International Macroeconomics and Finance
- International Trade and Investment
- Cost Benefit Analysis and Project Evaluation
- Research Methods in Economics
- Finance
- International Financial Management
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
Two-year degree (32 units of study)
To be eligible to complete the degree in two years full-time (or part-time equivalent), you'll need one of the following:
- A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline.
- A Graduate Certificate in Economic Studies from UQ.
- A Graduate Diploma in Economics from UQ.
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a seven-point scale in your previous qualification.
1.5-year degree (24 units of study)
To be eligible to complete the degree in one and a half years full-time (or part-time equivalent), you'll need one of the following:
- A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
- A Graduate Certificate in Economics from UQ.
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a seven-point scale in your previous qualification.
Relevant disciplines for previous qualifications
Relevant disciplines include:
- A bachelor's degree in economics, business or commerce.
- A bachelor's degree containing at least four courses in any of the following three areas: microeconomics, macroeconomics, statistics and 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.
Recognition of Prior Learning
If you have relevant prior learning or experience, you can reduce the number of courses you need to complete and graduate in less time. You may also be eligible to apply for credit or exemptions to shorten your degree further. Contact the university for more information.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
Graduates may pursue careers in a wide range of areas including job titles such as:
- Finance analyst
- Portfolio manager
- Quantitative analyst
- Pricing strategist
- Performance analyst
- Market risk analyst
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative annual fee in 2025: $41,840 (domestic full-fee paying place)
The indicative annual fee is the approximate yearly cost of tuition (16 units).
A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:
- The number of courses studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of courses.
- 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.