Relevant Degree: To complete in 1.5 years, you need a Bachelor’s in Economics, Public Policy, or a related discipline—or a UQ Graduate Certificate in Economics. Otherwise, you'll follow the 2-year pathway. GPA Requirement: Applicants should hold a strong GPA—a minimum of 4.5 on UQ’s 7-point scale, which roughly translates to 2.6 out of 4.0 GPA in Indian terms.