University of Western Australia
Graduate Certificate in Economics
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 6 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Enhance your understanding of the way the world works, from the stock market to national economies and the world economy.
Course overview
Gain specialised knowledge and skills in economics and apply your learnings to a variety of economic problems, such as analysing and critically evaluating economic policies and market operations. You'll also learn to provide solutions to complex problems, and communicate clearly, effectively, and appropriately in relation to complex problems and issues in economics to a variety of audiences.
Undertake the Graduate Certificate in Economics to be at the forefront of economic research and decision-making in the government or private sectors.
Key facts
What you will study
Students must complete 24 points.
Core unit (six points each)
- Economics for Business: Applications and Policy
Option units (six points each)
Choose three from the following:
- Economic Research and Evaluation Methods
- The Economics of Public Policy
- Economics of Global Health and Policy
- Economic Policy and Communication
- Economic Analysis and Policy
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
To be considered for admission to this course, an applicant must have one of the following:
- A bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA, and either:
- The equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent.
- At least two years of professional experience in a relevant occupation.
- Significant work experience including at least five years with a material level of responsibility.
English language requirements
English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the university to be eligible for a place.
- Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
Graduates find employment with companies, management consultancies, all areas of government, including the Reserve Bank and Treasury, banks and stockbrokers, and at institutions such as the International Monetary Fund.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative annual course fee in 2025: $17,050 (domestic full-fee paying place)
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.