52 weeks
Semester 1: 31 January of the commencing year | Semester 2: 15 July of the commencing year
Course Overview
About This Course
Where You Can Study
Available Locations
Sydney
The Greenway Building, Cnr Bridge and Macquarie Streets, Sydney, NSW 2000
Eligibility
Entry 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
AccreditedCommon 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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