Economics & Policy Analysis

Key programme benefits to future students

This programme provides core theoretical foundations with a strong applied focus to prepare students for a variety of careers in economics & economics related fields.



It is the first and only masters in economics in Ireland to offer a double degree option through our partnership with HEC Liège (the Business School of the University of Liège) in Belgium.



The programme has an extremely strong employment record with graduates working across the public and private sectors, domestically & internationally.



Key Fact: Offers the potential to obtain a Double Degree through our partnership with HEC Liège in Belgium.

Autumn Modules

• Evolution of Economic Theory

• Applied Data Analysis for Economics

• Preliminary Mathematics & Statistics for Economics

• Health Economics

• Macroeconomics for Policy Making

• Microeconomics for Policy Making



Autumn Optional Modules

Professional Development 1



Spring Modules

• The Economics of Global Changes

• Research Design & Policy Evaluation

• Econometrics

• Public Finance & Regulation

• Industrial Policy: Theory, Practice & Evaluation

• Labour & Education Economics



Spring Optional Modules

Professional Development 2



Summer Modules

• Dissertation

• International Business Workshop

Normally applicants will possess a minimum 2:2 honours primary degree (Level 8 - National Qualifications Authority of Ireland) in economics or a programme where economics is a major component (for example, business/commerce). An interview may form part of the application process. In the case of international students, the overseas equivalent as determined by the Course Team in consultation with UL Graduate School Admissions will meet this requirement. Where candidates are non-native English language speakers, the candidate should meet the University's English language requirements. In exceptional circumstances an applicant who cannot satisfy the undergraduate requirement may be accepted on the basis of relevant professional experience.

1 year full-time, on-campus.

Autumn

Graduate careers

Graduates are employed in banking, financial services, finance, government agencies, third level institutions and research agencies.