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If you are interested in Mathematics, Statistics and Economics, then this programme enables you to explore these areas in depth, while also emphasising how they complement each other. Economists employ mathematics to design theoretical models and use statistics to test these models and to explore the tremendous amount of data that is generated by the economy. In turn, the models and data that are part of the study of Economics provide an interesting source of applications for students that have learned mathematical and statistical skills. 

About This Course

If you are interested in Mathematics, Statistics and Economics, then this programme enables you to explore these areas in depth, while also emphasising how they complement each other. Economists employ mathematics to design theoretical models and use statistics to test these models and to explore the tremendous amount of data that is generated by the economy. In turn, the models and data that are part of the study of Economics provide an interesting source of applications for students that have learned mathematical and statistical skills. 

You will study Economics, Mathematics and Statistics, providing you with a solid foundation in all three subjects. You will also be given the opportunity to specialise in the latter stages of your degree, for example, in applied economics, advanced statistics, mathematical modelling of complex processes, or developing “Big Data” skills.

Through your study, you will develop skills in data analysis, and be supported in the development of your analytical and problemsolving skills, as well as in the application of these skills to understanding real economic issues. The degree will provide a structured approach to developing skills of analysis, problem design and resolution using mathematics, economic theory, data analysis and statistical methods.

First Year

Introduction to Economics • Principles of Microeconomics • Principles of Macroeconomics • Practical Statistics • Statistical Modelling • Calculus • Linear Algebra 1 • Combinatorics & Number Theory • Introduction to Programming • Elective module

Second Year

Intermediate Microeconomics • Intermediate Macroeconomics • Probability • Predictive Analytics • Inferential Statistics • Multivariable Calculus • Analysis • Linear Algebra 2 • Algebraic Structures • Elective modules

Third & Fourth Year

Econometrics • Time Series Analysis • Complex Analysis • Financial Mathematics • Stochastic Models • Specialist Economics options • Study Abroad opportunity • Internship opportunity • Research modules • Elective modules

Assessment

Assessment is through a combination of endof- trimester written examinations, projects and continuous assessment.

Internship Opportunities

In third year, students can apply for an optional paid internship for one trimester in a range of organisations in the public and private sector, which help to inform future career decisions through real-world experience.

Students may apply to study abroad at international partner universities in third year.

The skills and problem-solving abilities you acquire in this degree are highly prized in a range of professions, in both private and public sectors, including banking, finance, accounting, management consultancy, broadcasting, business, journalism, teaching and communications.

Many students pursue graduate study in Economics, Mathematics or Statistics, leading to Masters and PhD degrees. Both the School of Economics and the School of Mathematics and Statistics offer Masters programmes aimed at further developing analytical and professional skills. Postgraduate qualifications are necessary to work as a professional economist.

In year 3 , students can apply for an optional paid internship (one trimester) in a range of organisations in the public and private sectors.


Assistant Professor Vincent Astier

UCD School of Mathematics and Statistics

vincent.astier@ucd.ie


Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information.

Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.

Module Type Module   Trimester Credits
Stage 1 Core Modules
COMP10010 Introduction to Programming I Autumn  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
ECON10770 Introduction to Economics Autumn  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
MST10010 Calculus I Autumn  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
MST10040 Combinatorics & Number Theory Autumn  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
STAT10050 Practical Statistics Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
ECON10010 Principles of Microeconomics Spring  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
ECON10020 Principles of Macroeconomics Spring  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
MST10020 Calculus II Spring  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
MST10030 Linear Algebra I Spring  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
STAT10060 Statistical Modelling Spring  5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Select 1 module from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
CSOC10010 Introduction to Computational Social Science Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Select 1 module from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
SPOL10010 Social Policy Theories and Concepts I Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Select 1 module from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
SPOL10030 Understanding Social Problems and Policies Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Select 1 module from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
IS10040 Information, Society, and Culture Spring  5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Select 1 module from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
IS10060 Digital Technology Spring  5
Stage 2 Core Modules
ECON20010 Intermediate Microeconomics I Autumn  5
Stage 2 Core Modules
MST20010 Algebraic Structures Autumn  5
Stage 2 Core Modules
MST20070 Multivariable Calculus with Applications Autumn  5
Stage 2 Core Modules
STAT20110 Introduction to Probability Autumn  5
Stage 2 Core Modules
STAT20240 Predictive Analytics Autumn  5
Stage 2 Core Modules
ECON20020 Intermediate Macroeconomics Spring  5
Stage 2 Core Modules
MST20040 Analysis Spring  5
Stage 2 Core Modules
MST20050 Linear Algebra II Spring  5
Stage 2 Core Modules
STAT20100 Inferential Statistics Spring  5
Stage 2 Core Modules
STAT20180 Introduction to Bayesian Analysis Spring  5
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 1 of:
You must choose at least 1 option from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON20190 Introduction to Financial Economics Autumn  5
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 1 of:
You must choose at least 1 option from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
DEV20130 Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals Spring  5
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 1 of:
You must choose at least 1 option from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON20120 The Economics of the European Union: Institutions, Policies and Crises Spring  5
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 1 of:
You must choose at least 1 option from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON20130 Economic History: From the Middle Ages to the Second World War Spring  5
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 1 of:
You must choose at least 1 option from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON20180 Intermediate Microeconomics II Spring  5
Stage 3 Core Modules
MST30050 Complex Analysis Autumn  5
Stage 3 Core Modules
STAT30010 Time Series Autumn  5
Stage 3 Core Modules
ECON30130 Econometrics: Applying Statistics to Economic Data Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 2 of:
Autumn Options: Please select a minimum of 10 credits from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON20190 Introduction to Financial Economics Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 2 of:
Autumn Options: Please select a minimum of 10 credits from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30100 The Economics of Health and Health Policy Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 2 of:
Autumn Options: Please select a minimum of 10 credits from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30150 International Money and Banking Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 2 of:
Autumn Options: Please select a minimum of 10 credits from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30180 Industrial Economics: Economics of Business Strategy Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 2 of:
Autumn Options: Please select a minimum of 10 credits from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30270 Behavioural Economics and Public Policy Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 2 of:
Autumn Options: Please select a minimum of 10 credits from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30360 Labour Economics Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 2 of:
Autumn Options: Please select a minimum of 10 credits from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30410 Development Economics Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 2 of:
Autumn Options: Please select a minimum of 10 credits from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30570 Economic Growth Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 2 of:
Autumn Options: Please select a minimum of 10 credits from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30610 Economics of Natural Resources Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 2 of:
Autumn Options: Please select a minimum of 10 credits from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30630 Economics of Corporate Finance Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 2 of:
Autumn Options: Please select a minimum of 10 credits from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
MATH20150 Graphs and Networks Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 2 of:
Autumn Options: Please select a minimum of 10 credits from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
MST30010 Group Theory and Applications Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 2 of:
Autumn Options: Please select a minimum of 10 credits from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
MST30020 History of Mathematics Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 2 of:
Autumn Options: Please select a minimum of 10 credits from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
STAT30080 Models - Survival Models Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 2 of:
Autumn Options: Please select a minimum of 10 credits from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
STAT30090 Models - Stochastic Models Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 2 of:
Autumn Options: Please select a minimum of 10 credits from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
STAT30340 Data Programming with R Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 2 of:
Autumn Options: Please select a minimum of 10 credits from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
STAT40800 Data Prog with Python (online) Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 2 of:
Autumn Options: Please select a minimum of 10 credits from the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
STAT41020 Survey Sampling Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - B) Min 0 of:
Students who are not studying abroad (Erasmus/non-EU exchange) and/or undertaking an internship must select MST30090 from the list below. Students who are studying abroad (Erasmus/non-EU exchange) and/or undertaking an Internship MUST NOT CHOOSE MST30090, as this module does not fulfill requirements for compliance.
MST30090 Skills for Math Sciences Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - C) Min 4 of:
Please select a minimum of 25 credits from the options list above and the options list below. A minimum of 20 credits should be selected from the option list below. If you are not studying abroad and/or undertaking an internship, please ensure you select MST30090 (the options list above). If you are studying abroad (Erasmus/non-EU exchange) and/or undertaking an internship, please see registration guidelines here. Students considering teaching mathematics should take MST30010, MST30070 and MST30040 over the course of stage 3 and 4. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON20100 Game Theory Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - C) Min 4 of:
Please select a minimum of 25 credits from the options list above and the options list below. A minimum of 20 credits should be selected from the option list below. If you are not studying abroad and/or undertaking an internship, please ensure you select MST30090 (the options list above). If you are studying abroad (Erasmus/non-EU exchange) and/or undertaking an internship, please see registration guidelines here. Students considering teaching mathematics should take MST30010, MST30070 and MST30040 over the course of stage 3 and 4. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30160 International Trade Economics Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - C) Min 4 of:
Please select a minimum of 25 credits from the options list above and the options list below. A minimum of 20 credits should be selected from the option list below. If you are not studying abroad and/or undertaking an internship, please ensure you select MST30090 (the options list above). If you are studying abroad (Erasmus/non-EU exchange) and/or undertaking an internship, please see registration guidelines here. Students considering teaching mathematics should take MST30010, MST30070 and MST30040 over the course of stage 3 and 4. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30170 Intermediate Financial Economics Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - C) Min 4 of:
Please select a minimum of 25 credits from the options list above and the options list below. A minimum of 20 credits should be selected from the option list below. If you are not studying abroad and/or undertaking an internship, please ensure you select MST30090 (the options list above). If you are studying abroad (Erasmus/non-EU exchange) and/or undertaking an internship, please see registration guidelines here. Students considering teaching mathematics should take MST30010, MST30070 and MST30040 over the course of stage 3 and 4. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30190 Public Economics: Government Spending, Taxation and Public Choice Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - C) Min 4 of:
Please select a minimum of 25 credits from the options list above and the options list below. A minimum of 20 credits should be selected from the option list below. If you are not studying abroad and/or undertaking an internship, please ensure you select MST30090 (the options list above). If you are studying abroad (Erasmus/non-EU exchange) and/or undertaking an internship, please see registration guidelines here. Students considering teaching mathematics should take MST30010, MST30070 and MST30040 over the course of stage 3 and 4. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30500 Field Experiments Social Sci Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - C) Min 4 of:
Please select a minimum of 25 credits from the options list above and the options list below. A minimum of 20 credits should be selected from the option list below. If you are not studying abroad and/or undertaking an internship, please ensure you select MST30090 (the options list above). If you are studying abroad (Erasmus/non-EU exchange) and/or undertaking an internship, please see registration guidelines here. Students considering teaching mathematics should take MST30010, MST30070 and MST30040 over the course of stage 3 and 4. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30580 Economics of Betting Markets Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - C) Min 4 of:
Please select a minimum of 25 credits from the options list above and the options list below. A minimum of 20 credits should be selected from the option list below. If you are not studying abroad and/or undertaking an internship, please ensure you select MST30090 (the options list above). If you are studying abroad (Erasmus/non-EU exchange) and/or undertaking an internship, please see registration guidelines here. Students considering teaching mathematics should take MST30010, MST30070 and MST30040 over the course of stage 3 and 4. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30600 Economics of Climate Change Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - C) Min 4 of:
Please select a minimum of 25 credits from the options list above and the options list below. A minimum of 20 credits should be selected from the option list below. If you are not studying abroad and/or undertaking an internship, please ensure you select MST30090 (the options list above). If you are studying abroad (Erasmus/non-EU exchange) and/or undertaking an internship, please see registration guidelines here. Students considering teaching mathematics should take MST30010, MST30070 and MST30040 over the course of stage 3 and 4. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
MATH20070 Optimization in Finance Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - C) Min 4 of:
Please select a minimum of 25 credits from the options list above and the options list below. A minimum of 20 credits should be selected from the option list below. If you are not studying abroad and/or undertaking an internship, please ensure you select MST30090 (the options list above). If you are studying abroad (Erasmus/non-EU exchange) and/or undertaking an internship, please see registration guidelines here. Students considering teaching mathematics should take MST30010, MST30070 and MST30040 over the course of stage 3 and 4. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
MATH20270 Theory of Games Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - C) Min 4 of:
Please select a minimum of 25 credits from the options list above and the options list below. A minimum of 20 credits should be selected from the option list below. If you are not studying abroad and/or undertaking an internship, please ensure you select MST30090 (the options list above). If you are studying abroad (Erasmus/non-EU exchange) and/or undertaking an internship, please see registration guidelines here. Students considering teaching mathematics should take MST30010, MST30070 and MST30040 over the course of stage 3 and 4. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
MATH30250 Cryptography: Theory & Practice Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - C) Min 4 of:
Please select a minimum of 25 credits from the options list above and the options list below. A minimum of 20 credits should be selected from the option list below. If you are not studying abroad and/or undertaking an internship, please ensure you select MST30090 (the options list above). If you are studying abroad (Erasmus/non-EU exchange) and/or undertaking an internship, please see registration guidelines here. Students considering teaching mathematics should take MST30010, MST30070 and MST30040 over the course of stage 3 and 4. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
MST30030 Financial Mathematics Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - C) Min 4 of:
Please select a minimum of 25 credits from the options list above and the options list below. A minimum of 20 credits should be selected from the option list below. If you are not studying abroad and/or undertaking an internship, please ensure you select MST30090 (the options list above). If you are studying abroad (Erasmus/non-EU exchange) and/or undertaking an internship, please see registration guidelines here. Students considering teaching mathematics should take MST30010, MST30070 and MST30040 over the course of stage 3 and 4. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
MST30040 Differential Equations Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - C) Min 4 of:
Please select a minimum of 25 credits from the options list above and the options list below. A minimum of 20 credits should be selected from the option list below. If you are not studying abroad and/or undertaking an internship, please ensure you select MST30090 (the options list above). If you are studying abroad (Erasmus/non-EU exchange) and/or undertaking an internship, please see registration guidelines here. Students considering teaching mathematics should take MST30010, MST30070 and MST30040 over the course of stage 3 and 4. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
MST30070 Differential Geometry Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - C) Min 4 of:
Please select a minimum of 25 credits from the options list above and the options list below. A minimum of 20 credits should be selected from the option list below. If you are not studying abroad and/or undertaking an internship, please ensure you select MST30090 (the options list above). If you are studying abroad (Erasmus/non-EU exchange) and/or undertaking an internship, please see registration guidelines here. Students considering teaching mathematics should take MST30010, MST30070 and MST30040 over the course of stage 3 and 4. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
STAT30270 Statistical Machine Learning Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - C) Min 4 of:
Please select a minimum of 25 credits from the options list above and the options list below. A minimum of 20 credits should be selected from the option list below. If you are not studying abroad and/or undertaking an internship, please ensure you select MST30090 (the options list above). If you are studying abroad (Erasmus/non-EU exchange) and/or undertaking an internship, please see registration guidelines here. Students considering teaching mathematics should take MST30010, MST30070 and MST30040 over the course of stage 3 and 4. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
STAT40150 Multivariate Analysis Spring  5
Stage 4 Core Modules
STAT30250 Advanced Predictive Analytics Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Select a minimum of 5 credits from the options list below. Students considering teaching mathematics should take MST30010, MST30070 and MST30040 over the course of stage 3 and 4.Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
MATH20150 Graphs and Networks Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Select a minimum of 5 credits from the options list below. Students considering teaching mathematics should take MST30010, MST30070 and MST30040 over the course of stage 3 and 4.Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
MATH40550 Applied Matrix Theory Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Select a minimum of 5 credits from the options list below. Students considering teaching mathematics should take MST30010, MST30070 and MST30040 over the course of stage 3 and 4.Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
MST30010 Group Theory and Applications Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Select a minimum of 5 credits from the options list below. Students considering teaching mathematics should take MST30010, MST30070 and MST30040 over the course of stage 3 and 4.Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
MST30020 History of Mathematics Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Select a minimum of 5 credits from the options list below. Students considering teaching mathematics should take MST30010, MST30070 and MST30040 over the course of stage 3 and 4.Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
MATH20070 Optimization in Finance Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Select a minimum of 5 credits from the options list below. Students considering teaching mathematics should take MST30010, MST30070 and MST30040 over the course of stage 3 and 4.Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
MATH20270 Theory of Games Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Select a minimum of 5 credits from the options list below. Students considering teaching mathematics should take MST30010, MST30070 and MST30040 over the course of stage 3 and 4.Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
MATH30250 Cryptography: Theory & Practice Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Select a minimum of 5 credits from the options list below. Students considering teaching mathematics should take MST30010, MST30070 and MST30040 over the course of stage 3 and 4.Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
MST30040 Differential Equations Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Select a minimum of 5 credits from the options list below. Students considering teaching mathematics should take MST30010, MST30070 and MST30040 over the course of stage 3 and 4.Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
MST30070 Differential Geometry Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - B) Min 20CR:
Students must select 40 credits overall from the options in the options list above and the options list below. Students must take a minimum of 20 credits from the options list below, which must include either the Maths or the Stats research module, or both. The remaining 20 credits can be taken from either the options list above or the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30150 International Money and Banking Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - B) Min 20CR:
Students must select 40 credits overall from the options in the options list above and the options list below. Students must take a minimum of 20 credits from the options list below, which must include either the Maths or the Stats research module, or both. The remaining 20 credits can be taken from either the options list above or the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30270 Behavioural Economics and Public Policy Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - B) Min 20CR:
Students must select 40 credits overall from the options in the options list above and the options list below. Students must take a minimum of 20 credits from the options list below, which must include either the Maths or the Stats research module, or both. The remaining 20 credits can be taken from either the options list above or the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30290 Advanced Microeconomics Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - B) Min 20CR:
Students must select 40 credits overall from the options in the options list above and the options list below. Students must take a minimum of 20 credits from the options list below, which must include either the Maths or the Stats research module, or both. The remaining 20 credits can be taken from either the options list above or the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30360 Labour Economics Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - B) Min 20CR:
Students must select 40 credits overall from the options in the options list above and the options list below. Students must take a minimum of 20 credits from the options list below, which must include either the Maths or the Stats research module, or both. The remaining 20 credits can be taken from either the options list above or the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30410 Development Economics Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - B) Min 20CR:
Students must select 40 credits overall from the options in the options list above and the options list below. Students must take a minimum of 20 credits from the options list below, which must include either the Maths or the Stats research module, or both. The remaining 20 credits can be taken from either the options list above or the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30570 Economic Growth Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - B) Min 20CR:
Students must select 40 credits overall from the options in the options list above and the options list below. Students must take a minimum of 20 credits from the options list below, which must include either the Maths or the Stats research module, or both. The remaining 20 credits can be taken from either the options list above or the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30590 Economics of Gender Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - B) Min 20CR:
Students must select 40 credits overall from the options in the options list above and the options list below. Students must take a minimum of 20 credits from the options list below, which must include either the Maths or the Stats research module, or both. The remaining 20 credits can be taken from either the options list above or the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30610 Economics of Natural Resources Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - B) Min 20CR:
Students must select 40 credits overall from the options in the options list above and the options list below. Students must take a minimum of 20 credits from the options list below, which must include either the Maths or the Stats research module, or both. The remaining 20 credits can be taken from either the options list above or the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30120 Advanced Macroeconomics Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - B) Min 20CR:
Students must select 40 credits overall from the options in the options list above and the options list below. Students must take a minimum of 20 credits from the options list below, which must include either the Maths or the Stats research module, or both. The remaining 20 credits can be taken from either the options list above or the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30160 International Trade Economics Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - B) Min 20CR:
Students must select 40 credits overall from the options in the options list above and the options list below. Students must take a minimum of 20 credits from the options list below, which must include either the Maths or the Stats research module, or both. The remaining 20 credits can be taken from either the options list above or the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30190 Public Economics: Government Spending, Taxation and Public Choice Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - B) Min 20CR:
Students must select 40 credits overall from the options in the options list above and the options list below. Students must take a minimum of 20 credits from the options list below, which must include either the Maths or the Stats research module, or both. The remaining 20 credits can be taken from either the options list above or the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30580 Economics of Betting Markets Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - B) Min 20CR:
Students must select 40 credits overall from the options in the options list above and the options list below. Students must take a minimum of 20 credits from the options list below, which must include either the Maths or the Stats research module, or both. The remaining 20 credits can be taken from either the options list above or the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30600 Economics of Climate Change Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - B) Min 20CR:
Students must select 40 credits overall from the options in the options list above and the options list below. Students must take a minimum of 20 credits from the options list below, which must include either the Maths or the Stats research module, or both. The remaining 20 credits can be taken from either the options list above or the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
MST30080 Maths Research Spring  10
Stage 4 Options - B) Min 20CR:
Students must select 40 credits overall from the options in the options list above and the options list below. Students must take a minimum of 20 credits from the options list below, which must include either the Maths or the Stats research module, or both. The remaining 20 credits can be taken from either the options list above or the options list below. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
STAT30330 Statistics Research Spring  10
Stage 4 Options - C) Min 0 of:
Students may select options from the list below to fulfill stage requirements. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30100 The Economics of Health and Health Policy Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - C) Min 0 of:
Students may select options from the list below to fulfill stage requirements. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30180 Industrial Economics: Economics of Business Strategy Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - C) Min 0 of:
Students may select options from the list below to fulfill stage requirements. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30400 Political Economy Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - C) Min 0 of:
Students may select options from the list below to fulfill stage requirements. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30540 Advd Econometrics: Time Series Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - C) Min 0 of:
Students may select options from the list below to fulfill stage requirements. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
ECON30630 Economics of Corporate Finance Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - C) Min 0 of:
Students may select options from the list below to fulfill stage requirements. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
STAT30080 Models - Survival Models Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - C) Min 0 of:
Students may select options from the list below to fulfill stage requirements. Additional options can be selected in place of electives.
STAT30090 Models - Stochastic Models Autumn  5
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STAT30340 Data Programming with R Autumn  5
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STAT40020 Actuarial Statistics I Autumn  5
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STAT40800 Data Prog with Python (online) Autumn  5
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STAT41020 Survey Sampling Autumn  5
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ECON30170 Intermediate Financial Economics Spring  5
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ECON30260 The Economics of the Transport Sector Spring  5
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ECON30500 Field Experiments Social Sci Spring  5
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ECON30530 Advanced Econometrics: Microeconometrics Spring  5
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STAT30270 Statistical Machine Learning Spring  5
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STAT40070 Actuarial Statistics II Spring  5
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STAT40150 Multivariate Analysis Spring  5

SDG4 SDG 8 SDG 9 SDG 10 SDG 11

 

The UCD College of Social Sciences and Law is a broad and diverse, but connected community of students and faculty who are committed to creating a more sustainable and equitable future for all. We work together in a culture of collaboration to support each other to thrive and achieve our full potential, in service of broader societal goals. Through our undergraduate and graduate education, research and external engagement, we aim to ensure that our students, faculty and staff thrive and contribute to sustainable well-being on our campus, in Ireland and across the wider world. Our faculty are globally recognized experts in their fields, advancing knowledge through research, engaging with government, business and civil society to enhance our world, and using their knowledge to design and offer cutting-edge education within their disciplines and across the disciplines of Archaeology, Economics, Geography, Information & Communication Studies, Philosophy, Politics & International Relations, Psychology, Social Policy Social Work & Social Justice, and Sociology. Our ambition is that our students will debate and engage with the greatest societal challenges of our time by becoming informed citizens who will play a leading role in shaping societies around the globe toward more sustainable futures.  

The Social Sciences degrees at UCD incorporate a diverse range of formal and informal learning opportunities for students, delivered by excellent researchers who are leading their fields globally, and embedding the UN’s sustainable development goals (SDG’s) in their educational activities where appropriate.

BSc Economics, Mathematics & Statistics

Economics, Mathematics and Statistics students develop the analytical and problem-solving skills and knowledge to support and monitor progress towards achieving the Global Goals.  Students apply these skills to understanding real economic issues facing society, addressing challenges such as decent work, economic growth, and reducing inequality. 

  • Quality Education (SDG 4)
  • Decent work and economic growth (SDG 8)
  • Industry, innovation and infrastructure (SDG 9)
  • Reduce Inequalities (SDG 10)
  • Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11)

I found economics fascinating at school and wanted to explore it at a deeper level. I also enjoy problem-solving and coding, so when I discovered this combination degree, I knew it was the right choice for me. The statistics modules have been particularly engaging, as many roles that interest me demand data analysis skills. Learning how to use R Studio and analyse large datasets is setting us apart from others. With support from the Maths Support Centre, lecturers who are always willing to listen, study sessions with classmates, and career network’s guidance, university life at UCD has been immensely rewarding.

Tiffany Yang Fei, Student

Non-EU Undergraduate Fee information can be found here.

UCD offers a number of competitive undergraduate scholarships for full-time, self-funding international students, holding an offer of a place on a UCD undergraduate degree programme. For information on Undergraduate Scholarships, please see the UCD International Scholarships webpage.

Recommendation:
In order to study this degree we strongly recommend that you have the equivalent of A Level C or IB HL 5 in mathematics.

General application route(s) for Irish/UK/EU applicants* for International (non-EU) applicants* to Economics, Mathematics and Statistics:

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Additional special entry route(s) to Economics, Mathematics and Statistics:

These options have additional eligibility requirements to cater for specific applicant cohorts. You should not apply via these routes before consulting the requirements or contacting the responsible UCD office.

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If you are not a current Access student, but you are a non-EU applicant seeking admission to an undergraduate degree, please submit an application via the "Undergraduate Degree (Non-EU)" course type.