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)
- ECON8025 Diploma Microeconomics
- ECON8026 Diploma Macroeconomics
- Depending on the candidate's background, two courses as follows:
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 ECON8014 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 Master of International and Development Economics offered by the Crawford School of Economics and Government, or courses from graduate coursework programs offered elsewhere in the University.
Progression
Students 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.
The information published on the Study at ANU 2010 website applies to the 2010 academic year only. All information provided on this website replaces the information contained in the Study at ANU 2009 website.
