Graduate Coursework

<ol><li>Applicants must have a bachelor degree from an Australian university or equivalent overseas institution.</li><li>Applicants should have a performance average of 65% or better (or equivalent) over the last two years of the bachelor degree. For equivalent overseas qualifications, the relative standing of the university may be taken into consideration. As an indication, equivalent overseas grades include a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or a first class degree.</li><li>Applicants who fail to meet the academic entry requirement under (ii) above may be considered for entry if they can demonstrate at least one year of full-time relevant work experience which was undertaken after graduation from the degree.</li><li>Applicants must have a background in economics, mathematics and quantitative methods at least equivalent to the first courses in an undergraduate economics major at an Australian university. Those without an adequate background will be required to undertake some preliminary coursework in these areas.</li><li>Applicants must satisfy the University's <a href="http://ecocomm.anu.edu.au/programs/langreq.asp">English Language requirement</a>. </li><li>Admission is not automatic and is at the discretion of the Dean.</li><li>Enrolment for commencement in Semester 2 (July) is only approved by the Coordinator of the program after consideration of the candidate's academic background because certain courses assume prerequisite knowledge from Semester 1 courses.</li></ol>

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Sample Study Plan - Students intending to progress into the Master of Economics<table border="0"><tbody><tr><td style="border: #000000 1px solid">Semester 1 </td><td style="border: #000000 1px solid">Semester 2 </td></tr><tr><td style="border: #000000 1px solid">ECON8025 Diploma Microeconomics EMET8005 Econometric Models and Introductory Econometrics ECON8013 Mathematical Techniques in Economics I</td><td style="border: #000000 1px solid">ECON8026 Diploma Macroeconomics ECON8014 Mathematical Techniques in Economics II Elective (6 units) </td></tr></tbody></table> Sample Study Plan - Students not intending to progress to the Master of Economics<table border="0"><tbody><tr><td style="border: #000000 1px solid">Semester 1 </td><td style="border: #000000 1px solid">Semester 2 </td></tr><tr><td style="border: #000000 1px solid">ECON8025 Diploma Microeconomics EMET8005 Econometric Models and Introductory Econometrics ECON6015 Optimisation Techniques for Economists</td><td style="border: #000000 1px solid">ECON8026 Diploma Macroeconomics Elective (6 units) Elective (6 units) </td></tr></tbody></table>

3016 The Graduate Diploma in Economics provides a program of study for those wanting a basic understanding of modern economic analysis.  It is available to graduates in any discipline who have some background in economics and quantitative methods.  Applicants without sufficient background will be required to undertake preliminary coursework.The Graduate Diploma in Economics will be attractive to those whose present or intended career requires a basic ability in economic analysis.  It is also a foundation for further study at a more advanced level.  Those who complete the course with an average grade of 70% are eligible for admission to the Master of Economics coursework program and other master degree programs in related fields.  They will also have the foundations needed to undertake the coursework for the PhD in Economics.All graduate coursework for domestic students in the ANU College of Business and Economics is offered under Domestic Tuition Fee places. Australian citizens may defer the payment of their fees using FEE-HELP, however should be aware that the programs are not eligible for Commonwealth Supported Places and HECS-HELP. Information on FEE-HELP and eligibility requirements is available from <a href="http://www.goingtouni.gov.au/" title="http://www.goingtouni.gov.au/">http://www.goingtouni.gov.au/</a>

Graduate Diploma in Economics

The program is 36 units, consisting of six semester-length courses including an economics core (12 units), a quantitative core (12 or 18 units) and an elective course or courses (6 or 12 units). Selection of courses is subject to approval by the program coordinator.Core Courses (4-5 courses, 24-30 units)<ul><li><a href="/courses/ECON8025;details.html">ECON8025</a> Diploma Microeconomics</li><li><a href="/courses/ECON8026;details.html">ECON8026</a> Diploma Macroeconomics</li><li>Depending on the candidate's background, two courses as follows:</li><ul><li><a href="/courses/EMET8005;details.html">EMET8005</a> Econometric Models and Introductory Econometrics</li><li>And one of:</li><ul><li><a href="/courses/ECON6015;details.html">ECON6015</a> Optimisation Techniques for Economists; or </li><li><a href="/courses/ECON8013;details.html">ECON8013</a> Mathematical Techniques in Economics I; or </li><li><a href="/courses/ECON8014;details.html">ECON8014</a> Mathematical Techniques in Economics II</li></ul></ul></ul>Candidates who have previously completed a course or courses equivalent to quantitative core courses may be required to substitute other courses (normally quantitative courses) from the list of elective courses.Candidates who intend to proceed to the Master of Economics are advised to take <a href="/courses/ECON8014;details.html">ECON8014</a> Mathematical Techniques in Economics II, even if that requires taking all three of the courses in the mathematical economics sequence.Elective Courses (1-2 courses, 6-12 units)The range of elective courses is shown under the tab 'Summary of Courses', together with information about which semester the course is currently offered.  These courses are available as electives only if not previously taken.In some cases the elective courses are subject to prerequisites.  Those under the heading 'Higher Level Elective Courses' are intended primarily for masters programs.  Not all the elective courses may be offered in any particular semester or year.  Students should check the particular course homepage for details.Students may seek approval to include as electives, courses offered in the <a href="/programs/7822XMIDEC;overview.html">Master of International and Development Economics</a> offered by the Crawford School of Economics and Government, or courses from graduate coursework programs offered elsewhere in the University.ProgressionStudents who complete the Graduate Diploma in Economics with an average grade of 70% are eligible to progress to the Master of Economics program.  Other masters degree programs in related fields are also available to those successfully completing the Graduate Diploma.

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