The Major in Economics has been developed specifically for the Arts programme. It draws on a suite of well-established relevant modules and principles which underpin the very successful BSc Economics and Finance programme in TU Dublin.
Teaching includes lab-based hands-on learning, presentations, group work and projects as well as formal lectures and tutorials. All this develops digital and analytical abilities, problem-solving and critical thinking as well as key skills and competencies in team working. The capstone dissertation provides students with the opportunity to apply these skills to work independently on an interesting research issue.
As a student, you will have 50 mandatory credits plus 10 for the capstone project. Two of these specifically develop your data analysis skills although the use and understanding of data will form a part of many modules. You will also be able to choose from optional modules and pathways as you progress through the major. The learning of economics is scaffolded so you need to pass certain prerequisite modules in order to progress on to later modules. Students need to pay attention of prerequisites when planning how to structure their studies.
ECTS credits: 90
- Total Number of Mandatory ECTS credits to be taken: 50
- Total Number of Optional ECTS credits to be taken: 30
- Total Number of Credits for the Capstone Project: 10
What is the latest (semester) a student can select the Major
Spring Recess 2nd Year
- Introductory Economics
- Statistics for Economics and Finance
- Maths for Economics & Finance
- Microeconomics
- Macroeconomic Theory & Policy
- Economics of Strategy
- Data Analysis for Economics & Finance
- Economy of Ireland
- International Trade & Globalisation
- European Union Studies
- Labour Economics
- Behavioural Economics
- International Finance & Monetary Economics
- Financial Econometrics
- Public Economics
- Game Theory
- Economics of the Developing World
- Capstone* Research Project
Economics is central to decision-making. Understanding core economic concepts is important to develop your understanding of your personal economic decisions, and how modern financial and economic conditions shape society.
Economics develops students critical thinking and analytical skills. Data analysis is core to economics skill development. These skills are all highly sought after in the labour market.
Furthermore, economics is central to finding solutions for many of society’s problems such as climate change.
Economics graduates are in high demand due to the importance of economics knowledge but also given their transferable skills.
From a general career development perspective, the economic concepts being taught across this major provide important tools for non-economist professionals. Understanding how mathematical and statistical concepts can inform business decisions (including investment opportunities, hiring decisions, cost-benefit analysis and resource management).
For individuals entering the public or civil service, an understanding of the Irish economy, EU integration, international trade and public economics have near-universal applicability across most roles in the public service.
For development as a career economist, the modules contained in this major are the necessary tools needed to conduct policy analysis, economic research and financial decision-making in a professional capacity.
Economics graduates are particularly sought for roles in Regulation, Economic Policy Analysis, Utilities, Investment Analysis, and Banking. Some also may choose to pursue Professional Accountancy or Taxation.
Students are also well equipped to pursue postgraduate study in economics and related fields. As part of our extra- curricular activity, speakers regularly visit from prospective employers. Many economics students will undertake summer internships.