University of Sydney
Master of Economic Analysis
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 18 months
- Course Type: Master's
Develop specialist technical skills for high-end, technical economics roles in prestigious organisations.
Course overview
The Master of Economic Analysis is designed for both recent graduates and professionals seeking high-level training in economics for career progression or a career change. It is suitable for those with a strong background in economics and may serve as a pathway to PhD studies.
CSP Subsidised Fees Available
This program has a limited quota of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). The indicative CSP price is calculated based on first year fees for EFT. The actual fee may vary if there are choices in electives or majors.
Key facts
3rd August, 2026
What you will study
Candidates for the Master of Economic Analysis must complete 72 credit points, including:
- 24 credit points of core units of study
- A minimum of 24 credit points of selective units of study
- A maximum of 12 credit points of elective units of study
- 12 credit points of capstone units of study
Each unit is valued at six credit points.
- Microeconomic Analysis A
- Macroeconomic Analysis A
- Mathematical Methods of Econ Analysis A
- Econometric Applications A
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
Admission to candidature for the Master of Economic Analysis requires one of the following:
- A bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney, including a major in economics with a minimum distinction (75 per cent) average, or an equivalent qualification.
- Completion of the requirements of the embedded Graduate Certificate in Economic Analysis or Graduate Diploma in Economic Analysis with a minimum distinction (75 per cent) average, or an equivalent qualification.
- Completion of the requirements of the Graduate Certificate in Economics with a minimum high distinction (85 per cent) average, or an equivalent qualification.
English language requirements
You may need to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study this course.
If English is your first language you may be able to meet the requirements if you have:
- Citizenship or permanent long-term residency (minimum 10 years).
- Completed secondary or higher education (tertiary) studies recognised by the university in an approved English-speaking country.
If English is not your first language you may be able to prove English proficiency with an approved English skills test taken within two years of commencing the course.
- IELTS score: a minimum result of 7.0 overall and a minimum result of 6.5 in each band.
- TOEFL - IBT score: a minimum result of 96 overall including a minimum result of 20 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and 22 in Writing.
- Pearson Test of English: a minimum result of 68 overall and a minimum result of 61 in each band.
The university may also consider factors such as previous studies in English. Contact them for more information.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Related study may be credited towards your degree. This may also include relevant work experience for some postgraduate courses. Contact the university for more information.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
The Master of Economic Analysis will prepare you for the following careers:
- PhD study leading to an academic career.
- Analyst at the Reserve Bank of Australia, Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, Australian Prudential Regulation Authority.
- Senior analyst at Federal or State Treasury.
- Consultant at prestigious management consultancies.
- Senior Economist at a bank or other financial institution in the private or public sector.
- Policy analyst for a think tank.
Fees and CSP
Indicative amount in 2026: Fee information is not yet available (Commonwealth Supported Place)
Indicative amount in 2026: $40,700 (domestic full-fee paying place)
The indicative amounts to complete the first 48 credit points in 2026 are calculated based on one year of full-time study (1 EFTSL).
A student’s fee may vary depending on:
- 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.
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.
Commonwealth Supported Places
The Australian Government allocates a certain number of CSPs to the universities each year, which are then distributed to students based on merit.
If you're a Commonwealth Supported Student (CSS), you'll only need to pay a portion of your tuition fees. This is known as the student contribution amount – the balance once the government subsidy is applied. This means your costs are much lower.
Limited CSP spaces are offered to students enrolled in selected postgraduate courses.
Your student contribution amount is:
- Calculated per the unit you're enrolled in.
- Dependent on the study areas they relate to.
- Reviewed and adjusted each year.
HECS-HELP loans are available to CSP students to pay the student contribution amount.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee-paying domestic students.