Adelaide University
Master of Economics and Resource Policy Specialising in International Trade
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 24 months
- Course Type: Master's
Learn about agriculture and food markets, services in international trade, sustainable development, policy development and international investment.
Course overview
In this degree, you will learn how to analyse decisions made by individuals, governments and businesses, evaluating their impacts on individual and societal well-being. You’ll develop the skills and knowledge to advise on business strategy to optimise economic performance and shape public policy. Discover the context behind major economic events. Build in-depth knowledge on International Trade through your specialisation, learning about trade and development theory with an emphasis on practical skills.
Use economic theories and modelling solutions to advise global businesses, analyse policies and predict economic outcomes. Help improve societal well-being and economic results with your international trade knowledge and understanding of how economies thrive.
You will understand how to negotiate, implement and monitor the effectiveness of international trade policy. Delve into real issues of international trade, including environmental sustainability, competition policy and food supply. Complete an applied research project that will support your career objectives. As a graduate, you’ll find work across areas like public services, consultancies, not-for-profits and private business.
Key facts
What you will study
Students must complete 96 units comprising:
- 42 to 54 units for core courses.
- 12 to 24 units for specialisation courses.
- 30 to 54 units for electives.
Unless otherwise indicated, each course is worth six units.
Complete 42 to 54 units comprising:
- 42 units for all program core courses; AND
One of the following:
- 12 units from Program selective courses - Economic Analysis; OR
- 12 units from Program selective courses - International Trade; OR
- 6 units from Program selective courses - Public Economics and Policy
- Economic Principles
- Global Food and Agricultural Markets
- Cost-Benefit Analysis
- Principles of International Trade and Development
- Research Methods and Development
- MERP Research Project (12 units)
- Advanced Development Economics
- Macroeconomic Theory
- Microeconomic Theory
- Time Series Econometrics
- Behavioural Game Theory and Experiments
- Agriculture and Food in International Trade
- Services Trade
- International Trade Theory and Applications
- Economics of International Finance
- International Trade
- Labour Economics Analysis and Applications
- Game Theory and Applications
- Public Economic Theory
Entry requirements
To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and fulfil any essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.
- A completed bachelor's (AQF level 7) or bachelor's honours (AQF level 8) degree or higher or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution.
- A completed nested or related graduate certificate (AQF level 8) or higher or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Your previous studies can be credited towards your postgraduate studies, provided they meet the relevant course requirements.
If you receive an offer of enrolment and you’ve undertaken prior learning, you may be eligible to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning. The procedure is governed by the university's Recognition of Prior Learning policy. Contact the university for more details.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
Graduate with a dynamic skillset in economics and international trade that can be applied across a diverse range of careers and industries. Be at the forefront of making innovative and sustainable changes in our rapidly changing world.
You might work as a trade economist, analysing international trade patterns and providing insights. You could even work on international trade policy, evaluating frameworks and providing recommendations for improvement.
Other careers also include:
- Economic Researcher
- Trade Policy Negotiator
- Global supply Chain manager
- Trade Compliance Specialist
- International Business Analyst
- International Trade Advisor
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative annual fee in 2026: $43,100 (domestic full-fee paying place).
All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a study load of 48 units (normally eight courses) per year.
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.
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 with the cost of a university course.