Unit of study_

ECON7031: Master of Economics Capstone A

2026 unit information

This unit represents a culminating academic experience for students in the Master of Economics by applying their knowledge in economic theory and methodology to an economic problem in a real-world context. Lectures will cover the nature of economic research, appropriate theoretical concepts, and quantitative methods, where applicable. The unit will focus on a particular economic problem.

Unit details and rules

Managing faculty or University school:

Arts and Social Sciences

Study level Postgraduate
Academic unit Economics
Credit points 6
Prerequisites:
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24 credit points of selective units of study
Corequisites:
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None
Prohibitions:
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ECON7010 or ECON7020 or ECON7030 or ECON7032 or ECON7033 or ECON7034
Assumed knowledge:
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None

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Semester 2 2026
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
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