The course consists of a mix of coursework and research. The coursework requires completion of six semester length courses approved by the honours convenor. The research component consists of a sub-thesis that is given the weight of two semester courses.

Applicants from the ANU should have satisfied the requirements for the Bachelor of Economics pass degree at the ANU with a Distinction grade average in Microeconomics 3, Macroeconomics 3, International Economics (H) and Economics 3(H). In addition applicants should have passed the courses Mathematics for Economists A and Mathematics for Economists B. Applications from students at other universities are also welcomed. Applicants should have achieved an equivalent distinguished standard of performance in economics in their degree program. Students may take the bridging course offered by the School in February that reviews the principal analytical economic and mathematical techniques upon which the program builds.

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