Business and Financial Economics - International Direct Entry

Sustainability is an important part of our programmes. All four aspects of Planet, People, Profit and Innovation are considered as we work towards our goal of ‘Shaping leaders for a sustainable future'.

Planet features strongly in the programs where students study a dedicated environmental economics module. Understanding the role of people in developing a sustainable future cannot be underestimated. Students gain an insight into this in modules on labour economics and health economics. The role of profit is considered in a wide range of modules including corporate strategy. Innovation theories are considered in modules such as regional economics. The teaching teams also pride themselves in using innovative technologies and teaching methods in delivering the programme.

It is important that our students develop the skills they need for their chosen careers over the course of their chosen programme. In both degree and diploma programmes, there is an emphasis on developing presentation skills, professional writing skills and teamwork skills. Students also attend dedicated workshops delivered by the UCC Skills Centre and the UCC Careers Office.

Non-EU applicants are expected to have educational qualifications of a standard equivalent to the Irish Leaving Certificate. In addition, where such applicants are non-native speakers of the English language they must satisfy the university of their competency in the English language.

To verify if you meet the minimum academic and language requirements visit our qualification comparison page and refer to our International Office page for more information.