Program Overview
The Development Economics at University of Queensland is a MDevEcon programme in Business & Management over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Development Economics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 27,296 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Brisbane, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Development Economics programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Foundations in Microeconomics
- Foundations in Macroeconomics
- The Macroeconomy
- Evolution of Economic Systems
- Consumer and Firm Behaviour
- Mathematical Techniques for Economics
- Statistics for Business & Economics
- Elements of Econometrics
- Economic Development
- Globalisation and Economic Development
- Contemporary Issues in Economic Development
- Research Methods in Economics
- International Agricultural Development
- Microeconomic Analysis
- Macroeconomic Analysis
- Economic Analysis of Strategy
- Economics Internship
- Advanced Mathematical Techniques for Economics
- Statistical Theory for Economists
- Business & Economic Decision Techniques
- Econometric Theory
- Productivity and Efficiency Analysis
- Applied Econometrics for Macroeconomics and Finance
- Applied Econometrics for Microeconomics
- Competition Policy and Regulation
- International Trade & Investment
- Economics of Innovation & Entrepreneurship
- Ecological & Environmental Economics
- Natural Resource Economics
- Benefit-Cost Analysis & Project Evaluation
- The Economics of Climate Change
- Health & Economic Development
- Special Unit - Global Energy Policy
- Thesis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
At UQ we\xc2\x92re dedicated to providing quality higher education to students of outstanding achievement and potential from a variety of educational backgrounds.
Our entry requirements for postgraduate coursework study reflect this, with all applicants needing to meet the same equivalent criteria to be considered for admission. This may include:
- an acceptable academic qualification and/or relevant professional experience
- English language proficiency requirements
- compliance with any other special entry requirements for your chosen program.
An acceptable academic qualification may need to be in the same discipline as your chosen UQ program.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 27,296 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: AUD 27,296 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Queensland directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Queensland
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University of Queensland is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-11-17
- Start Date 2018-02-27
- Language English
- Duration 24 months