Master of Economic Policy

The Master of Economic Policy’s rigorous training in policy economics will attracts outstanding students to the University. In particular influential economic policymakers in prominent organs of national executive government (especially PM&C and Treasury) have found the MEc Pol’s focus on national policy issues very rewarding. The degrees accommodation of a focus on regional economic policy (through coursework choices and research) is worth stressing.

Admission Requirements

Applicants must present a Bachelor degree or international equivalent with a minimum GPA of 4.5/7.0.

The GPA for a Bachelor program will be calculated from (i) a completed Bachelor degree using all grades and/or (ii) a completed Bachelor degree using all grades other than those from the last semester (or equivalent study period) of the Bachelor degree. The higher of the two calculations will be used as the basis for admission.

Ranking and English Language Proficiency: At a minimum, all applicants must meet program-specific academic/non-academic requirements, and English language requirements. Admission to most ANU programs is on a competitive basis. Therefore, meeting all admission requirements does not automatically guarantee entry.

In line with the University's admissions policy and strategic plan, an assessment for admission may include competitively ranking applicants on the basis of specific academic achievement, English language proficiency and diversity factors. Applicants will first be ranked on a GPA ('GPA1') that is calculated using all but the last semester (or equivalent) of the Bachelor degree used for admission purposes. If required, ranking may further be confirmed on the basis of:

Prior to enrolment in this ANU program, all students who gain entry will have their Bachelor degree reassessed, to confirm minimum requirements were met.

Further information: English language admission requirements and post-admission support

Employment Opportunities

MECPOL students acquire a robust combination of theoretical, empirical, and data analysis skills, complemented by extensive exposure to economic policy issues during their master's program. As a result, they are highly coveted by the public sector, think tanks, policy-oriented research institutions, and consulting firms specializing in policy development.