Economics & Finance

University College Dublin

Ireland, Dublin

University Rank:#118

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Duration3 year(s)

Next IntakeSeptember 25, 2026

Economics & Finance

About

If you have an interest in financial markets and economics, and a strong ability in maths and statistics, this degree provides an excellent springboard for a future career in economics, finance, banking, and business. Recognised as one of the premier degrees in its field in Ireland and internationally, this programme equips students with outstanding expertise in quantitative methods, analytical skills and a rigorous preparation in economics and finance. The skills developed during this course are not only essential for learning Economics and Finance but are also very valuable across numerous career paths.

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Requirements

English Program Requirements

International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

Taught Master's: A minimum overall score of 7.0 over all components and a minimum of 6.0 in each band on the Academic Version. The non-academic version is not accepted.

Research Programmes: A minimum overall score of 6.5 over all components and a minimum of 6.0 in each band on the Academic Version. The non-academic version is not accepted.

IELTS Indicator: A minimum overall score of 7.0 over all components and a minimum of 6.0 in each band. This test will be accepted for 2022/23 and 2023/24 intake.

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

Taught Master's: A minimum score of 100 is required in the Internet based TOEFL (iBT) with a score of at least 20 in each section.

Research Programmes: A minimum score of 90 is required in the Internet based TOEFL (iBT) with a score of at least 20 in each section.

TOEFL iBT Home: A minimum score of 100 is required with a score of at least 20 in each section.

Duolingo Test of English (DET)

UCD has approved the use of the Duolingo Test of English (DET) for the 2024/25 intake.
An overall score of 130 will be accepted with no section below 110.

Please note that this does not apply to the CEMS MiM / MSc in International Management. In the case of the CEMS MiM the Duolingo English Test will not be accepted.

Career

This highly regarded degree offers graduates exceptional prospects for future employment and study. Employment options may include: Analytics or Risk Analysis, Stock Brokering, Fund Management, Investment Banking, Insurance, Corporate Finance and Economics.

Fee Information

Economics & Finance

University College Dublin

Ireland, Dublin

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