Economics

University of Limerick

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University of Limerick

Ireland , Limerick

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

EUR 16,900 / year(s)

Next Intake September-2026

Economics

About

Economics can be taken on both LM002 Bachelor of Arts & LM019 Bachelor of Science in Social Sciences. Subject combinations & course structures can be reviewed on the appropriate programme page.

About you

Economics will appeal to you if you enjoy keeping up with current affairs and are excited about the challenges of understanding the way economies function. It is an especially suitable choice if you have strong mathematical and analytical skills. It will also appeal to you if you are not yet sure what career you see yourself pursuing in the future, as this subject choice will teach you a range of skills that can be applied to a number of future careers in business, public service, social and economic research, public relations and journalism among others.

Why study Economics at UL?

Many of the managerial decisions taken in modern business organisations and financial institutions require a good understanding of the global economic environment. Studying economics will develop habits of rigorous thought and practice in clear writing. Besides, it includes the application of quantitative tools, learning to use statistics and to read critically. As Economics majors, students acquire the skills to explain why economic phenomena occur and how economies can improve. The study of economics is an excellent way to acquire problem-solving skills and develop a logical, ordered way of looking at world current affairs.

Disciplines

Arts

Humanities and Social Sciences

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements for applicants from Saudi Arabia:

Foundation Entry

Undergraduate students need a Foundation Programme. Entry to the UL International Foundation Programme with CGPA of 80% or above in General Secondary Education Certificate including English, Mathematics and another language. An IELTS of 5.5 is also necessary depending on the Foundation Stream.

Requirement to Progress from Foundation Programme to Bachelor Degree Science and Engineering and Kemmy Business School

Science and Engineering

Successfully pass the Foundation Programme with a minimum grade of C3 in all modules including a minimum grade XX in Mathematics 1 and 2. For programmes where an honour maths grade is required we look for a B3 in the Foundation Programme maths modules and where pass maths is required we look for a C3 in the maths modules in the Foundation Programme.

BBS

Minimum grade of C3 in all modules and a minimum C2 grade in EH2001, EH2002, EH2011 and EH2012.

Students can successfully pass the Foundation Programme with a C3 in all modules but will not be able to progress onto a Degree programme at University of Limerick (UL).

Please note that some programmes may have a higher entry requirement and/or a portfolio requirement and not all applicants who meet the minimum grades will be offered a place.

Career

Economics as part of your undergraduate degree provides an excellent preparation for a range of careers, including areas such as;

Financial sector (e.g. economist; retail, investment, and corporate & treasury banking; research analyst; securities trader)
Teaching
Government departments and agencies (e.g. Dept of Finance, Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, Central Statistics Office, Enterprise Ireland, Industrial Development Authority, Central Bank of Ireland, Economic and Social Research Institute)
Housing market analysis
Transportation, energy and telecommunications industries