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Study Economics in New Zealand

Economics analyses how societies use scarce resources – markets, prices, growth, trade, public finance and policy. Programmes combine theory with quantitative methods and lead to careers in business, finance, government and research.

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    Philosophy, Politics and Economics

    University of Otago 🇳🇿 Dunedin, New Zealand

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  2. Scholarship

    Bay of Islands Veterinary Services Scholarship

    Massey University 🇳🇿 Palmerston North, Auckland (Albany), Wellington, New Zealand

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  3. Certificate

    National Certificate in Financial Services (Financial Advice)

    UNITEC Institute of Technology 🇳🇿 Auckland, New Zealand

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  4. Scholarship

    Cambridge Veterinary Services Scholarship

    Massey University 🇳🇿 Palmerston North, Auckland (Albany), Wellington, New Zealand

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  6. Certificate

    National Certificate in Financial Services (Financial Advice) (Level 5)

    Southern Institute of Technology 🇳🇿 Invercargill, New Zealand

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  7. Scholarship

    Buller Veterinary Services Scholarship

    Massey University 🇳🇿 Palmerston North, Auckland (Albany), Wellington, New Zealand

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  8. Master

    Master of Taxation Studies - MTaxS

    University of Auckland 🇳🇿 Auckland, New Zealand

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  9. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Applied Economics

    Massey University 🇳🇿 Palmerston North, Auckland (Albany), Wellington, New Zealand

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  10. Master

    378932 The New Zealand Economy (MBA)

    Auckland University of Technology 🇳🇿 Auckland, New Zealand

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  11. Scholarship

    Eltham District Veterinary Services Michael Higham Memorial Scholarship

    Massey University 🇳🇿 Palmerston North, Auckland (Albany), Wellington, New Zealand

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  12. Master

    288700 Human Services Organisations (MBA)

    Auckland University of Technology 🇳🇿 Auckland, New Zealand

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  13. Certificate

    Certificate in Beauty Services (Cosmetology and Nail Technology) (Level 4)

    Southern Institute of Technology 🇳🇿 Invercargill, New Zealand

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  15. Minor

    Human Services (Minor)

    University of Otago 🇳🇿 Dunedin, New Zealand

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  16. Scholarship

    New Zealand Grain and Seed Trade Association Scholarship

    Massey University 🇳🇿 Palmerston North, Auckland (Albany), Wellington, New Zealand

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  17. Certificate

    Certificate in Cafe and Bar Service

    Southern Institute of Technology 🇳🇿 Invercargill, New Zealand

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  18. Minor

    Human Services (Minor)

    Manukau Institute of Technology 🇳🇿 Manukau City, New Zealand

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  19. Master

    Economics (Master of Arts (Applied))

    University of Waikato 🇳🇿 Hamilton, New Zealand

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  20. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Construction (Construction Economics)

    UNITEC Institute of Technology 🇳🇿 Auckland, New Zealand

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  21. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Applied Economics with Honours

    Massey University 🇳🇿 Palmerston North, Auckland (Albany), Wellington, New Zealand

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  22. Certificate

    Economics (Graduate Certificate)

    University of Waikato 🇳🇿 Hamilton, New Zealand

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Study Economics in New Zealand – facts and figures

In New Zealand, 10 universities and colleges offer 72 Economics programmes: 3 Bachelor, 6 Master and 0 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Palmerston North, Auckland (Albany), Wellington, Invercargill, Manukau City and Dunedin. Institutions with the widest choice: Massey University, Southern Institute of Technology and Manukau Institute of Technology.

Degrees in Economics

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Economics builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Economics, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Economics programmes?

The directory lists 72 Economics programmes at 10 institutions in New Zealand. Popular cities include Palmerston North, Auckland (Albany), Wellington, Invercargill and Manukau City.

How long does it take to study Economics?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Economics programmes in New Zealand?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are Massey University, Southern Institute of Technology, Manukau Institute of Technology, University of Otago and Auckland University of Technology.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

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