The first year is an intensive and extensive introduction to the world of Economics. The aim is that by the year-end, students will be at the same level as a graduate in Economics. Students will cover the basic concepts, empirical methods and applications in Microeconomics, Macroeconomics and Econometrics as well as choosing field courses of interest from a range of optional modules. Students are required to attain a 2.1 standard at the end of the first year in order to progress.
The second year of the programme is the same as MHH52. Students take core modules in Microeconomics, Macroeconomics and Econometrics in the first semester. In the second semester, students take specialised field modules that may include Advanced Microeconomics, International Trade, Labour Economics, Development Economics and Industrial Organisation. Students also undertake a research thesis, which uses the skills attained from the taught modules and allows students to demonstrate the analytical competencies developed throughout the programme. The thesis proposal is developed in Research Skills seminars held through the second semester, and the thesis is then completed during the summer term.
Although this is a two-year programme, it offers great flexibility; students may exit after the first year of the programme and receive a Higher Diploma in Economic Science.
Course Duration: 2 years full-time.
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Duration: 2 years full-time
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Year 1
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The two-year full-time MSc Economics programme provides an international quality education in Economics and Econometrics. It is specifically targeted at students who have an interest in a career in Economics but do not currently have sufficient background in the subject. The first year of the programme provides the requisite background, while the second year entails MHH52. The programme is designed to help the student become a problem solver and therefore enhance their flexibility in the job market. It is a stimulating and challenging degree that aims to provide the student with a wide range of skills demanded by prospective employers. Successful graduates attain economic, quantitative and communication skills that are highly sought by employers in the public and private sectors. Recent graduates have taken up positions at institutions like the Central Bank of Ireland, the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI), the Irish Government Economic and Evaluation Service (IGEES) and the Central Statistics Office, while others have pursued careers in economic consultancy, economic development, retail and investment banking, financial services and fund management. Some continue to PhD programmes to pursue an academic career. The diverse career paths reflect the adaptability and flexibility of our graduates. The department offers four partial scholarships for the MSc Economics programme; part-time students may be eligible for this scholarship in their second year – see here for details. Check out testimonials from our graduates at https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/economics/our-graduates. Commences: September
ECEF6
- ECONOMICS
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Credits: 60
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Year 2
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The two-year full-time MSc Economics programme provides an international quality education in Economics and Econometrics. It is specifically targeted at students who have an interest in a career in Economics but do not currently have sufficient background in the subject. The first year of the programme provides the requisite background, while the second year entails MHH52. The programme is designed to help the student become a problem solver and therefore enhance their flexibility in the job market. It is a stimulating and challenging degree that aims to provide the student with a wide range of skills demanded by prospective employers. Successful graduates attain economic, quantitative and communication skills that are highly sought by employers in the public and private sectors. Recent graduates have taken up positions at institutions like the Central Bank of Ireland, the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI), the Irish Government Economic and Evaluation Service (IGEES) and the Central Statistics Office, while others have pursued careers in economic consultancy, economic development, retail and investment banking, financial services and fund management. Some continue to PhD programmes to pursue an academic career. The diverse career paths reflect the adaptability and flexibility of our graduates. The department offers four partial scholarships for the MSc Economics programme; part-time students may be eligible for this scholarship in their second year – see here for details. Check out testimonials from our graduates at https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/economics/our-graduates. Commences: September
ECEF62
- ECONOMICS
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Credits: 90
Not compulsory:
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