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Master of Applied Economics

Master of Applied Economics is designed to provide students a strong foundation in economics and enable them to upgrade their skills in quantitative methods and economic analysis. In addition to the coursework, students are expected to undertake independent research as a core module (Research Project) to showcase their ability to integrate theoretical and practical knowledge in economics for real world problems. This program equips students with the skills needed to practice as a professional economist or relevant positions in the business world in banking, insurance and investment to those in academic settings, government agencies and consulting organizations. It also provides a foundation to undertake further study at the PhD level.

The Master of Applied Economics Programme is taught in English on a full-time (12 months) and part-time (24 months) basis, beginning in August of each year.


Programme Structure and Requirements

A full-time student takes not less than 12 modular credits and not more than 24 modular credits in a semester. A part-time student takes at least 8 modular credits and not more than 16 modular credits in a semester. Lifelong learning students may or may not register every semester.


Admission Requirements

To enrol in this Programme, applicants must satisfy the following entry requirements:
  • A Second Class Honours Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline from Universiti Brunei Darussalam or a university or institution recognized by the Senate.
  • English proficiency requirements as stipulated by the University.
  • An applicant may be required to undergo an interview, or test, to assess his or her suitability to pursue the programme. The admission of a candidate is by resolution of the Senate whose decision shall be final.

Duration

Full Time 1 Year (2 Semesters)
Part-Time 2 Year (4 Semesters)


Programme Structure and Requirements

A full-time student takes not less than 12 modular credits and not more than 24 modular credits in a semester. A part-time student takes at least 8 modular credits and not more than 16 modular credits in a semester. Lifelong learning students may or may not register every semester.


Full Time Part Time
Semester 1 MCs Semester 1 MCs

Microeconomics 4 Microeconomics 4

Macroeconomics 4 Applied Econometrics 4

Applied Econometrics 4 Macroeconomics 4

Research Methodology 4

2 Optional Modules 8
Total MC 24 12

Semester 2 Semester 2
Graduate Research Paper 12 3 Optional Module 12

3 Optional Modules 12
Total MC 24 12

Semester 3
Research Methodology 4

2 Optional Modules 8
Total MC 12

Semester 4
Graduate Research Paper 12
Total MC 12

Total 48 Total 48


List Optional Modules (4 modular credits each)

Optional modules may be selected from the following:
  • Financial Economics
  • Issues in Economic Development
  • International Trade Theory and Policy
  • Islamic Economics and Finance
  • Emerging Issues in Applied Economics
  • Labour Economics
  • Environmental Economics
  • Energy Economics
  • Monetary Theory and Policy
  • Time Series Analysis and Forecasting
  • Game Theory

*Maximum of any ONE module from any master program offered by the Faculty except for MBA.



Fees and Funding

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