BA INTERNATIONAL ECONOMICS

Maynooth University

Ireland, Maynooth

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Maynooth University

Ireland , Maynooth

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

MH416

Campuses

MainSite

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines3-Feb-2026

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

EUR 16,500 / year

Next Intake 3-Feb-2026

BA INTERNATIONAL ECONOMICS

About

Degree Overview
>Study Economics, Mathematics and a choice of languages or Computer Science.
>Languages available: Mandarin Chinese, French, German and Spanish are available to complete beginners. Leaving Certificate H4 recommended to study non-beginner level Mandarin Chinese, French, German, Spanish.
>Work and/or study abroad in 3rd year (or work in an internationally orientated company in Ireland; all subject to availability).
>Develop an understanding of the economic principles underlying markets of all kinds; financial markets, labour markets and goods markets.
>Learn how the international economic system works; how assets are traded, international markets are linked, government policy decisions affect the economy and how financial markets respond.
>Become prepared, both intellectually and practically, for employment in the highly competitive and dynamic world of international economics.
>Learn how to use analytical tools, including mathematics, deductive logic and applied statistics, to examine problems and devise logical solutions.

For more details on the course structure click here

Requirements

Entry Requirements

This table displays the requirements for Leaving Certificate applicants.

Subject	Required	Ordinary Level Grade	Higher Level Grade
Irish	Yes	O6	H7
English	Yes	O6	H7
Language	No	N/A	N/A
Math	Yes	O4	H7
Science	No	N/A	N/A

International & EU/EFTA Entry Requirements

Visit the International Office website for details.

Mature Students

Mature Applicants

Mature applciants are assessed separately to school-leavers. Mature applicants are 23 years or older by 1st January in the year of entry to the University. For part-time/flexible degrees the mature age is 21.

Click here to be taken to our mature applicant information page - tab 3 on that page outlines application steps for this degree.

Mature applicants who have a disability

If you have a disability or specific learning difficulty (e.g. dyslexia), and require examination support for any required written exercise/interview which may form part of your application assessment please submit supporting documentation by 15 March 2025 to the Access Office. Unfortunately we are unable to consider applications for alternative examination accommodation after this deadline.

For further information on the supporting documentation required, as well as examination and other supports visit the Access Office website.

01 February 2025

Additional Information

Leaving Certificate Applicants

Leaving Certificate: 2H5 & 4O6/H7, Irish, English & O4/H7 Mathematics. Non-beginner French, German, Mandarin Chinese, Spanish: Leaving Cert H4 recommended. Beginner French, German, Mandarin Chinese, Spanish: no previous study required. MH416 Round 1 Points 2024: 421

Transfer option available into this degree from the Bachelor of Arts Degree MH101 - subject to meeting requirements.

HEAR and DARE

DARE: The Disability Access Route to Education is a third level alternative admissions scheme for school-leavers whose disabilities have had a negative impact on their second level education.

HEAR: The Higher Education Access Route is a third level admissions scheme for school leavers from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds.

Contact the Access Office for more information about these access routes.

The Maynooth Education

Click here for details about optional Critical Skills courses, Electives and degree pathways.

English Program Requirements

IELTS : 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in each band

Duolingo English Test (DET) : The minimum requirement will be a DET score of 120 - with at least 110 in each individual subscore.

Pearson Test of English : 63 with no less than 59 for each item in the Communicative Skills section

TOEFL internet-based test : iBT: 90 with no less than 21 in writing and at least 19 in all other sections

Career

After Graduation
>International Economics graduates have strong numeracy skills, coupled with an ability to think critically and analytically invaluable assets in a wide range of professions.
>Graduates can be found in the banking and financial services industry, economic consultancy, finance units of public and private sector organisations, financial research, journalism and teaching.
>Postgraduate degree holders are also to be found working in financial institutions, both public and private, in Dublin, London, New York and around the globe. Many of our students continue to further postgraduate study in a range of Economics and Finance-related programmes.

For more information on postgraduate options, please visit the Department webpages.