The BA (Hons) Economics (with Year Abroad) at University College Cork offers you a deep dive into the study of human behaviour, decision-making, and societal challenges, from individual choices to global economic forces. You will explore how economics provides the essential language for understanding work, business, government, and media, and how it can be applied to issues like poverty and social media trends. This undergraduate degree is designed for intellectually curious students eager to analyse complex systems and develop a nuanced understanding of the economic landscape, preparing you for impactful careers or further academic pursuits.
This full-time, on-campus programme is structured over four years, including an enriching Year Abroad experience that broadens your global perspective. You will engage with core modules in microeconomics, macroeconomics, and quantitative methods, alongside electives such as environmental economics and financial strategy, developing your analytical and problem-solving skills. Throughout your studies, you will build expertise in economic data collection, empirical research methods, and economic modelling. You will graduate with a comprehensive understanding and a portfolio of skills, ready to pursue opportunities in finance, policy analysis, international business, or research.