Master of Political Economy
Postgraduate
In Canberra (Australia)
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Canberra (Australia)
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COURSE VIDEO Acquire unparalleled knowledge of the important trends underlying the global economy through the Master of Political Economy. 1:26 The Master of Political Economy complements a broad range of training and experience, preparing graduates with the necessary skills for careers across the business, journalism, social, community and public sectors.
Investigate areas of inquiry including the dynamics of globalisation and the implications for national economic policy; concentration of economic activity, wealth and opportunities; trade-offs between health, education and equity; free market arguments; environmental sustainability; the decline and development of regional economies; and development, trade and economic rights.
Why study with us?
Taught by the largest group of political economists at any Australian university, as well as the only course of its kind in Australia, the Master of Political Economy provides unparalleled knowledge of the important trends underlying the global economy and its transformation.
The Department of Political Economy is a leading centre for economic analysis and research, and this program attracts a diverse cohort of social scientists seeking a deeper knowledge of economic issues and perspectives from this multifaceted program.
You can undertake elective units from other departments, combining political economy with economics, public policy or international relations. Enhance you existing qualifications in political economy, economics, business, finance or other social sciences.
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(b) a minimum of 18 credit points from core elective units of study; and
(c) a maximum of 24 credit points from elective units of study. With the permission of the Degree Coordinator a maximum of 12 credit points can be taken as elective units from units of study outside those listed in the Political Economy subject area of the Postgraduate Unit of Study Table, including units of study offered by other faculties;
(d) a minimum of 6 credit points of capstone units of study.
For an up-to-date list of units of study for this degree, please refer to the online
Postgraduate Table of Units of study for Political Economy Subject Area.
- Graduate Certificate in Political Economy
- Graduate Diploma in Political Economy
Master of Political Economy