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During this programme, you will:  

• Develop a strong foundation in how individuals, businesses, and governments make decisions, and how economies work nationally and globally. 

• Build practical data skills to support evidence-based decision-making. 

• Apply economic theory to real-world challenges in business, policy, and society. 

• Connect economic concepts with public policy and assess their impact on organisations and communities. 

• Bring your learning together through interactive workshops and a residential academy focused on real-world case studies. 

Key Information: 

• Complete full-time in one year or part-time over two years  

• Delivered online (one in-person class meeting on campus at the beginning of the Autumn Semester). 

• Modules taught during autumn and spring semesters  

• 2 days of Induction in September – offered on campus and online 

• Residential Academy at the end of the Spring semester, brings together the learning and insights from all previous modules. 

• 2 days of Residential Academy in March - offered on campus and online   

• Modules with (M) beside them can be taken as independent micro-credential  

You will learn through a blend of:  

• Combination of live and recorded learning events, and then completing assignments,  

• Reflective practice and guided research  

• Regular feedback from faculty and peers 

Full-time 

Autumn Semester 

• fosters a welcoming and inclusive learning environment, provides information about the structure of the programme, and sets expectations concerning assessment. 

• Decision Making with Scarce Resources (M) (EC5003) explores fundamental concepts and analytical approaches in microeconomics. 

• The National Economy (M) (EC5005) identifies the consequences of extending national macroeconomic models to allow for international interdependencies. 

• Data Exploration & Analysis (M) (EC5007) equips students with key skills in data analysis. 

Spring Semester 

• The Global Economy (M) (EC5004) focuses on key global dynamics, in the context of increasing global economic integration. 

• Contemporary Issues in Economics and Policy (M) (EC5006) brings together economic theories and pressing societal and economic issues of our time. 

• Applied Economics and Public Policy Issues (M) (EC5002) explores contemporary developments in the business world, public policy, the macroeconomy, and the world economy. 

• enables students to synthesize concepts covered in the previous modules and apply them to real-world problems. 

Part-time Year 1 

Autumn Semester 

• Decision Making with Scarce Resources (M) (EC5003)  

• The National Economy (M) (EC5005)  

Spring Semester 

• Applied Economics and Public Policy Issues (M) (EC5002)  

Part-time Year 2 

Autumn Semester 

• Data Exploration & Analysis (M) (EC5007) 

Spring Semester 

• The Global Economy (M) (EC5004)  

• Contemporary Issues in Economics and Policy (M) (EC5006)  

Books and journal articles needed for the course will be available online through the UL Glucksman Library.  

For more information on each module, you can search the faculty, school and module code on UL’s  

• Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree ( Level 8) with at least a second-class honour, grade 2 (2:2) in a relevant or appropriate subject. 

• Applications with a different result or a Level 7 qualification will be considered on a case-by-case basis. 

• The university may shortlist and invite you to an interview.  

• Applicants should be comfortable with thinking quantitively.  

Other Entry Considerations:  

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet the standard entry requirements, as long as you can show that you have the knowledge, skills, and experience needed for the programme. 

At UL, we value all kinds of learning and support different ways to qualify through our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy. 

International students:   

• For details on country-specific qualifications visit postgraduate entry requirements for international students. 

Checklist of documents to provide:    

• *Academic transcripts and certificates
  • UL graduates only need to provide their student ID.
• Copy of your birth certificate or passport
• English translation of your qualifications and transcripts
• Copy of your CV 

English Language: 

• English Language Competency certificate
• For details on accepted language qualifications visit English Language Requirements 

Guidelines on Completing your Application   

• To make sure we can review your application quickly, please:
  • Upload all documents. Your application can’t be reviewed until we have all the documents on the checklist. 
  • Title the documents you are uploading. For example, "Personal Statement", "Undergraduate Transcript", "Postgraduate Transcript", "English Language Certificate" etc. 
• *If you are waiting to graduate, submit your application with the documents you have to date, you don’t need to have finished final exams before applying. 

EU - Full-time: €3,600 Part-time: €2,250 per annum*

Non-Eu - Full-time: €3,600 Part-time: €2,250 per annum

* Year 2 fees are subject to change 

Please note that international study visas are only available to students studying full-time in Ireland. This programme does not qualify for a study visa. 

Annual fees are billed by semester. Once registered, students may be eligible to apply for a monthly payment plan.  

Further information on fees and payment of fees is available from the Student Fees Office website. All fee related queries should be directed to the Student Fees Office (Phone: +353 61 213 007 or email student.fees.office@ul.ie). 

 
Funding 

Find further information on funding and scholarships.

This course can lead to the following sectors and careers:  

• Banking
• Fund management
• Insurance
• Teaching
• Civil Service
• Central banking
• Regulatory authorities 

Still Curious?  

The team regularly host and take part in webinars to support future students. If you would like to learn more or ask questions at an online information session, click below.     

Online Information Sessions