This is a single major in Economics, where students receive a degree in economics but not in any other subject. It is intended for students who really want to focus on economics and study the topic in great depth.
In your first year (called Stage 1) you take 12 modules over two semesters. For students choosing to take Economics as a single subject, eight of these modules are in economics, and four are in other subjects.
In your second and third years, you also get the chance to take a small number of elective modules from any School across the University during their degree programme.
Curricular information is subject to change
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This programme is aimed at students who wish to understand how economic principles influence the behaviour of individuals, firms and communities, and how institutions can intervene to achieve certain economic outcomes. Students will be provided with thorough foundations in microeconomic and macroeconomic modelling and their applications in subfields (such as trade, health, education and transport). Students will develop skills in data analysis, and be supported in the development of their analytical and problem-solving skills as well as in the application of these skills to understanding real economic issues both past and present. We value critical thinking about economic issues; an ability to cast problems in an economic framework and resolve complex problems using economic analysis tools. Students will be provided with a structured approach to developing skills of analysis, problem design and resolution using economic theory, data analysis and statistical methods, delivered via lectures, seminars, workshops and small group settings in classrooms and computer labs with online support and eLearning content. The degree gives a strong preparation to students for careers in government, private consultancy firms and media, and for postgraduate studies that lead to careers in academia, central banks and leadership roles in industry, public and voluntary sectors.
If you choose to take Economics as a single subject to degree level you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in a range of modules that have direct relevance to the development of policies that have made Ireland such a successful economy.
It is not necessary to have taken Economics to Leaving Certificate. Nor is Higher Level Mathematics required. However, Economics at UCD is a somewhat mathematical subject and an aptitude for thinking mathematically and manipulating numbers is required. Students who have achieved a grade less than O3/H7 in Leaving Cert Math (or equivalent) must take an additional math module to provide them with sufficient mathematical background.
In your first year (called Stage 1) you take 12 modules over two semesters. Eight of these modules are core economics modules. You may choose the remaining four modules from across the university.
Stage 2 students progress with a major in Economics. Students also take four elective modules from within or outside their main subject area at Stages 2 and 3 of their degree programme.
At Stage 1 you will be introduced to general economic topics through the Introduction to Economics and Exploring Economics modules, followed by more comprehensive analyses of microeconomics (individual consumers, firms, etc.) and macroeconomics (the economy as a whole). You will gain diverse analytical skills in modules on Quantitative Economics, Data Analysis for Economists, and Statistics for Economists.
In Stages 2and 3 you will develop your skills and knowledge of Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Quantitative Economics and Econometrics (applied statistics). You can also choose to specialise in specific areas such as Health Economics, Transport Economics, Development Economics, Rural and Urban Economics. The choice of module options in this degree ranges from Game Theory to International Trade, from the Economics of Public Policy to the Economics of Human Behaviour.
As a “single major,” you also participate in three workshop modules where you do hands-on research in economics through assignments such as group work, presentations, and a capstone research project culminating in a major essay.
The choice is extensive and the learning experience is captivating. A full description of the programme framework and modules offered can be found in the UCD School of Economics' Undergraduate Handbook at www.ucd.ie/economics/.
You may apply to study abroad for either a semester or a year through the Erasmus programme or on a non-EU exchange. UCD has over 200 Erasmus partners in Europe and an increasing number of non-EU exchange agreements with universities in the USA, Canada, Australia, Japan and elsewhere.
You may apply to study abroad for either a trimester or a year through the Erasmus programme or on a non-EU exchange. UCD has over 200 Erasmus partners in Europe and an increasing number of non-EU exchange agreements with universities in the USA, Canada, Australia, Japan and elsewhere.
Economics graduates are in high demand – our graduates work in Bank of Ireland, Price Waterhouse Cooper, KPMG, Paddy Power and Deloitte. Economics graduates can expect to have direct access to Economics, Business and Finance Master’s.
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Students must ensure that they select 25 option credits in total. A minimum of 5 credits must be selected from option list A, a minimum of 15 credits from option list B, and the remaining credits can be taken from any list.
Students must ensure that they select 25 option credits in total. A minimum of 5 credits must be selected from option list A, a minimum of 15 credits from option list B, and the remaining credits can be taken from any list.
Award | GPA | ||||
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Programme | Module Weightings | Rule Description | Description | ||
BHSOC009 | Stage 3 - 50.00% Stage 2 - 50.00% |
Standard Honours Award | First Class Honours | 3.68 |
4.20 |
Second Class Honours, Grade 1 | 3.08 |
3.67 |
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Second Class Honours, Grade 2 | 2.48 |
3.07 |
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Pass | 2.00 |
2.47 |
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BHSOC015 | Stage 4 - 50.00% Stage 3 - 30.00% Stage 2 - 20.00% |
Standard Honours Award | First Class Honours | 3.68 |
4.20 |
Second Class Honours, Grade 1 | 3.08 |
3.67 |
|||
Second Class Honours, Grade 2 | 2.48 |
3.07 |
|||
Pass | 2.00 |
2.47 |