Deepen your understanding of economics
Learn about what drives people’s choices and how those choices affect the world around us. Get a head start in your career with a postgraduate qualification in Economics from the School of Economics and Finance—one of Australasia’s leading centres for teaching and research in the field.
Tailor your studies to your own interests and career goals. You’ll learn to use advanced economic tools and develop a greater range of analytical and research skills. Graduate well prepared for a challenging role in business or the state sector.
Those already working in the field can choose from a flexible range of professional programmes, so that you can study while you work.
Choose your study path
Change focus to study a graduate certificate or diploma
A Graduate Certificate or Diploma in Commerce can be a good way to focus on Economics topics related to work. Or get prepared for further study.
You may also gain a Graduate Certificate or Diploma in Commerce if you don’t finish a Master’s degree, depending on your points and courses.
Study advanced Economics
Deepen your understanding of Economics with:
- Postgraduate Diploma in Arts
- Bachelor of Arts with Honours
- Bachelor of Commerce with Honours
- Master of Arts (coursework).
Explore Economics research
Learn advanced Economics knowledge or gain research skills with a Master of Commerce.
The Master of Philosophy, Politics and Economics combines three complementary disciplines to give you a broad understanding of the world and social decision-making.
Dive deep into advanced research and make an original contribution to Economics with a PhD.
Qualification support and advice
We can help you match your interests and career goals with the right course of study.
If you’re a new student, talk to a Future Student Adviser through our enquiry form.
If you’re already studying with us, talk to Tītoko—Student Success.
For the research portion of your study, you’ll need a supervisor to help guide your research. Your programme coordinator will work with you to find the right person.
Study options
Find out how you can study Postgraduate Economics at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington.
Why Wellington
Wellington is the administrative and financial centre of New Zealand. Take advantage of the University's connections with government agencies such as the Treasury and the Reserve Bank, and many private sector institutions and professional bodies.
International recognition
Wellington School of Business and Government is among the top 1% of business schools worldwide that hold the ‘Triple Crown’ of international business education accreditations. By studying here, you can be confident your qualification will be recognised globally for its quality.
Future careers
Use your advanced understanding of economics to gain a foothold in a career in:
- business
- banking
- public policy
- law
- management
- community development
- international business
- teaching
- research.
Economics graduates have gained employment in businesses, government departments, and consulting and research organisations throughout New Zealand and the world.
More career information
Find out more about careers in economics.
The government careers website, Tahatū, offers more information about jobs, salaries, and current opportunities.
Scholarships
You may be able to get a scholarship to help fund your studies.
We have first year and school-leaver scholarships available, as well as specialised scholarships for different groups and subject areas. If nothing fits right now, something may suit you later.
We encourage you to apply. It’s a straightforward process, and it could make a real difference.
Scholarships for Economics
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The purpose of the award is to assist postgraduate (full-time or part-time) students in the study of a Master’s of Linguistics, Applied Linguistics or TESOL by coursework at Te Herenga Waka–Victoria University of Wellington. Applicant will be assessed on the basis of academic merit. Relevant prior experience may also be taken into account.
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This scholarship is available to students intending to do research at postgraduate level at the New Zealand School of Music – Te Kōkī in the field of Music Education. Master’s or Doctoral research is preferred, though Honours level research and projects may be considered. Research or projects which may lead to qualification or enhanced professional practice of the applicant may...
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This scholarship is for students who have been accepted into the MA programme at the International Institute of Modern Letters. Applicants must provide a written overview of the work they intend to undertake during their MA study. It will be established that the work being undertaken by the applicant does not infringe upon any copyright law.
Scholarships for international students
We are currently offering a NZ$10,000 VUW Postgraduate International Scholarship to all eligible international students enrolling in a Master’s degree, Postgraduate Diploma, or eligible Honours programme.
Your scholarship will be processed automatically when your programme application is accepted, and the amount will be deducted from your tuition fees.
Other scholarships
We also have first year and school-leaver scholarships available, as well as specialised scholarships for different groups and subject areas. If nothing fits right now, something may suit you later.
We encourage you to apply. It’s a straightforward process, and it could make a real difference.
Scholarships for Economics
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The purpose of the award is to assist postgraduate (full-time or part-time) students in the study of a Master’s of Linguistics, Applied Linguistics or TESOL by coursework at Te Herenga Waka–Victoria University of Wellington. Applicant will be assessed on the basis of academic merit. Relevant prior experience may also be taken into account.
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This scholarship is available to students intending to do research at postgraduate level at the New Zealand School of Music – Te Kōkī in the field of Music Education. Master’s or Doctoral research is preferred, though Honours level research and projects may be considered. Research or projects which may lead to qualification or enhanced professional practice of the applicant may...
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This scholarship is open to female students of the New Zealand School of Music who are studying or who aspire to study sonic arts. The successful applicant will be chosen on the basis of prior attainment and identified potential, taking into account, where appropriate, financial need.
Join our postgraduate community
The Postgraduate Students’ Association provides a voice for you on campus and information on studying at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington.
Postgraduate Students’ Association
MAI ki Pōneke
MAI ki Pōneke are part of an international network of Māori and Indigenous postgraduate students. They provide advice, support, and information to Indigenous postgraduate students of all levels, as well as those thinking about enrolling.
Academics staff research areas
Luke Chu
Senior Lecturer
Harold Cuffe III
Senior Lecturer
Eberhard Feess
Professor of Economics
Jan Feld
Associate Professor
Viv Hall
Emeritus Professor
Robert Kirkby
Senior Lecturer in Macroeconomics
Ilan Noy
Chair in the Economics of Disasters and Climate Change
Vladimir Petkov
Associate Professor
Jack Robles
Associate Professor
Yigit Saglam
Senior Lecturer
Get help to manage your finances
We can help you:
- budget your money
- manage your student loan or allowance
- work out your accommodation payment schedule.
If you’re facing financial difficulties, we can help you apply for the Hardship Fund.
You may be eligible for government or community support, too.
Apply for a New Zealand study visa
You’ll need to apply for a study visa if you plan to study with us as an international student.
You should apply for your visa after you’ve received your Offer of Place, and before you come to New Zealand.