Master of Political Economy

The University of Sydney

The University of Sydney

CRICOS 064136K · Duration: 1 Year

Duration

52 weeks

Intakes

Semester 1: 31 January of the commencing year | Semester 2: 15 July of the commencing year

Course Overview

About This Course

The Master of Political Economy will develop your critical analysis and communication skills and will enable you to engage with a range of theoretical perspectives and their practical applications in all areas of public policy. You will complete units of study in the following categories: Core: survey of the history of economics as a discipline, economic theory, research, and Australian political economy; Selective: choice of study in a range of specialist areas; Elective (optional): choice of study in related disciplines; Specialisation (optional): choice of Country Risk Assessment or Social Research; and Capstone: application of the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the course to an independent research project, culminating in the submission of either a 6,000-word analysis or a 12,000-word supervised dissertation.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

The Greenway Building, Cnr Bridge and Macquarie Streets, Sydney, NSW 2000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements
  • Entry requirements are not detailed on this page. Refer to the Entry requirements section via the institution's portal.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What areas of specialisation are available in the Master of Political Economy?

Students can optionally choose from two specialisations: Country Risk Assessment or Social Research.

What does the Capstone component involve?

The Capstone requires students to apply the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the course to an independent research project, culminating in the submission of either a 6,000-word analysis or a 12,000-word supervised dissertation.

Does the Master of Political Economy provide a pathway to a PhD?

Yes, the dissertation option (12,000-word supervised dissertation) provides a pathway to higher degree by research (e.g., PhD) studies.

When are the application closing dates for the Master of Political Economy?

The closing date for Semester 1 is 31 January of the commencing year, and the closing date for Semester 2 is 15 July of the commencing year. Separate deadlines apply for scholarship applications.

What types of units will I study in the Master of Political Economy?

You will complete Core units covering the history of economics, economic theory, research, and Australian political economy; Selective units in a range of specialist areas; optional Elective units in related disciplines; an optional Specialisation in Country Risk Assessment or Social Research; and a Capstone project.

Application

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