Master of Applied Econometrics (MC-AEMTRCS) // Entry and participation requirements

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Entry requirements

1. In order to be considered for entry, applicants must have completed:

  • An undergraduate or postgraduate degree with a strong analytical and mathematical component with a major in social science, commerce, or stem with a weighted average mark of at least H2B (70%). A first-year statistics subject must have been completed; and
  • A 500-word personal statement outlining why they wish to be considered for the course; and
  • The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) unless the applicant has completed an undergraduate degree in Australia or New Zealand or met one of the approved conditions for GRE exemption.

 

Meeting these requirements does not guarantee selection.

 

2. In ranking applications, the Selection Committee will consider:

  • Prior academic performance; and
  • The GRE score unless the applicant has completed an undergraduate degree in Australia or New Zealand or met one of the approved conditions for GRE exemption; and
  • The personal statement.

 

3. The Selection Committee may seek further information to clarify any aspect of an application in accordance with the Academic Board rules on the use of selection instruments.

 

4. Applicants are required to satisfy the university’s English language requirements for graduate courses. For those applicants seeking to meet these requirements by one of the standard tests approved by the Academic Board, performance Band 6.5 is required.

Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)

Inherent requirements are the abilities, knowledge and skills needed to complete this course that must be met by all students. For information on the inherent requirements specific to this course contact the course/program coordinator. In some circumstances reasonable adjustments may be available to enable students to meet these requirements while still preserving the academic integrity of the university's learning, assessment and accreditation processes. For more information on how to seek these adjustments refer to the Student Equity and Disability Support website: https://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home

Last updated: 27 February 2025