
Graduate Certificate in Economics
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The Graduate Certificate in Economics equips you with the critical thinking, data analysis, and problem-solving skills required for a rewarding career in a diverse range of roles in the public and private sectors. The course is designed for both recent graduates and professionals seeking training in economic theory and applications for career progression or a career change. It is suitable for those with little or no undergraduate background in economics. The course may serve as a pathway to the Master of Economics.
Official- Duration
- 1 years
- Qualification
- Postgraduate Certificate
- AQF 8
- Campus
- Camperdown/Darlington Campus
- NSW
- Course code
- CRICOS 079198F
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Course overview
The Graduate Certificate in Economics equips you with the critical thinking, data analysis, and problem-solving skills required for a rewarding career in a diverse range of roles in the public and private sectors. The course is designed for both recent graduates and professionals seeking training in economic theory and applications for career progression or a career change. It is suitable for those with little or no undergraduate background in economics. The course may serve as a pathway to the Master of Economics.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
Admission to candidature for the Graduate Certificate in Economics requires: - a bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney or an equivalent qualification; or - evidence of a minimum of three years recent, relevant, professional experience. Upgrade is possible from the Graduate Certificate to a Graduate Diploma or Masters , or from a Graduate Diploma to Masters in the same subject area, after successful completion of the shorter course, with a minimum credit (65%) average. Admission to candidature for the Graduate Certificate in Economics requires: - a bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney or an equivalent qualification; or - evidence of a minimum of three years recent, relevant, professional experience. Planning reference: missing 2027 requirements use the latest published requirements from 2026; newer explicit 2027 requirements take precedence.
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- TOEFL iBTOverall 96L 17 · R 17 · W 19 · S 17
- IELTS AcademicOverall 7L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
- PTE AcademicOverall 72L 60 · R 60 · W 60 · S 60
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
Admission to candidature for the Graduate Certificate in Economics requires: - a bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney or an equivalent qualification; or - evidence of a minimum of three years recent, relevant, professional experience. Upgrade is possible from the Graduate Certificate to a Graduate Diploma or Masters , or from a Graduate Diploma to Masters in the same subject area, after successful completion of the shorter course, with a minimum credit (65%) average. Admission to candidature for the Graduate Certificate in Economics requires: - a bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney or an equivalent qualification; or - evidence of a minimum of three years recent, relevant, professional experience.
Additional entry requirement
AQF Level 7 bachelor-equivalent study; course-specific criteria; English proficiency.
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Camperdown/Darlington Campus | — | — | $24,750per year | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | Camperdown/Darlington Campus | — | — | — | International students |
Where it is taught
Camperdown/Darlington Campus
PrimaryNSW
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Graduate Certificate in Economicssydney.edu.au
- The University of Sydneysydney.edu.au
- CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
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- University of Sydney Study Abroad inbound guideOfficial source
- University of Sydney per-course coredata and explorer JSONOfficial source
- International Admission Guide 2027Official source
- Coursework Policy 2021Official source
- University of Sydney Honours eligibilityOfficial source
- University of Sydney English language requirementsOfficial source
- University of Sydney preparation and direct-entry programsOfficial source
- University of Sydney international undergraduate academic requirementsOfficial source
- University of Sydney postgraduate research admissionOfficial source
- Taylors College Sydney entry requirementsOfficial source
- QS World University Rankings 2027Official source

