The MSc Behavioural Economics at University College Dublin offers you an in-depth training in a dynamic field that integrates economic theory with insights into human decision-making. As the only Behavioural Economics MSc in Ireland with a strong policy and regulatory focus, this programme is ideal for students aiming to understand and influence economic behaviour in academic, business, or policy settings. You will explore cutting-edge models of human decision-making and gain expertise in empirical methods, including experimental economics, essential for testing theories in both lab and field settings. This Masters degree provides a rigorous foundation in core economic principles while specialising in the nuances of behavioural insights.
This full-time, on-campus Masters degree is studied over one year, immersing you in a supportive academic community within UCD School of Economics, Ireland’s leading economics department. You will engage with expert faculty through small group teaching and attend research seminars, preparing you for your independent thesis research. The curriculum includes core economic modules alongside a selection of specialised options, allowing you to tailor your studies. You will graduate with a comprehensive understanding of behavioural economics, equipped with advanced analytical skills and practical knowledge of its ethical, legal, and regulatory context, ready for diverse career paths in economics and policy.