Master of Philosophy (Economics, Finance and Property)
Master of Philosophy (Economics, Finance and Property)
This course is designed to extend theoretical knowledge and associated techniques to a higher level. Students focus on one of the three areas, although coursework and research may be carried out in both areas. The degree is suitable for those who plan to pursue careers as professional economists, or finance…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is designed to extend theoretical knowledge and associated techniques to a higher level. Students focus on one of the three areas, although coursework and research may be carried out in both areas. The degree is suitable for those who plan to pursue careers as professional economists, or finance or property specialists, in both public and private sectors or in academia.
Why research at Curtin
Curtin is widely recognised for applied research firmly focused on solving real-world problems. Underpinning our research endeavours are strong partnerships with industry, business and government, which result in outcomes that greatly benefit the broader community locally, nationally and globally. Our international reputation for being a strong partner in industry-driven research ensures our graduates enjoy outstanding opportunities to become innovators in their fields.
What you’ll learn
- Demonstrate mastery of theoretical knowledge and to reflect critically on that knowledge and its application
- Investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories and apply established theories to different bodies of knowledge or practice
- Generate and evaluate complex ideas and concepts at an abstract level
- Design, use and evaluate research and research methods
- Present a coherent and sustained argument and to disseminate research concepts, plans and results to the general community, peers and the national and international research community
- Design, evaluate implement, analyse, theorise and disseminate research that makes an original contribution to knowledge and/or professional practice
REQUIREMENTS
Generally, a bachelor degree with first or second class honours or a postgraduate diploma.
English language requirements:
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) score of 58; Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE): Grade B; English language bridging (ELB): Grade B; CUTE (Curtin Uni Test of English) – A; IELTS (International English Language Testing System) – Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking – 6.0; Overall band score 6.5; TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) 79 (overall) Reading 13 Listening 13 Speaking 18 Writing 21.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Curtin University is Western Australia’s largest and most culturally diverse university with Australia’s third largest international student population. Around 60,000 students from more than 130 countries study a Curtin degree, at locations including Perth, Margaret River, Kalgoorlie, Sydney, Malaysia and Singapore. Our cultural diversity adds a rich and valuable dimension to the campus atmosphere, preparing all graduates to live and work effectively in an increasingly global environment. We offer a range of industry-aligned undergraduate and postgraduate courses in business, humanities, health, engineering and related sciences. We also have a long-standing focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education and culture, supported by our Centre for Aboriginal Studies.Curtin is widely recognised for its practical research that is focused on solving timely, real-world problems. In recent years our research activity has grown significantly, driving our rapid rise up the international university rankings.As a university that never settles, we will continue to develop existing partnerships and establish new ones in areas relevant to our research and teaching.
