MAsters in
Economic science (MEconSc)
CKL12
Programme Overview and Structure
The MEconSc Degree is designed to prepare you for careers as professional economists in business,
public sector, research, consultancy and education. It also provides foundations for undertaking
further postgraduate studies including PhD programmes in Ireland and internationally. The
programme equips students with the skills necessary for a practicing research economist, including
the ability to identify and apply the core theories in microeconomics and macroeconomics to an
economic problem as well as debating, discussing and communicating on contemporary issues and
developments in the economic environment. The nature and role of economic theories is brought
together in a research project which is completed at the end of the programme.
The programme is available full-time (12 months) or part-time (24 months). The modules comprising
the taught element of the programme (Part 1 – 60 credits) are:
EC6604 Advanced Microeconomics 1 (5 credits);
EC6605 Advanced Macroeconomics 2 (5 credits);
EC6606 Advanced Macroeconomics 1 (5 credits);
EC6607 Advanced Macroeconomics 2 (5 credits);
EC6600 Econometrics: Theory and Applications 1 (5 credits);
EC6601 Econometrics: Theory and Applications 2 (5 credits);
EC6602 Contemporary Economic Debates and Ideas (5 credits);
EC6603 Current Research Seminars (5 credits);
EC6665 Quantitative Techniques for Economic Research (10 credits);
EC6666 Research Methods and Professional Development (10 credits)
Part 2 of the programme (30 credits) is the research element and consists of a Dissertation (EC6667
Dissertation in Economics). Full descriptions of all of these modules can be found in the Book of
Modules (www.ucc.ie/modules/).
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Masters in
Economic science
(MEconSc)
CKL12
Dr. John Eakins
Programme Director
EC1.36 Aras Na Laoi
Tel: +353 21 4902320
Email: [email protected]
School of Economics
Áras Na Laoi, University College Cork, Ireland.
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Masters in
Economic science
(MEconSc)
CKL12
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Programme Learning Outcomes
Assessment
On successful completion of this programme,
students should be able to,
The Examination for the degree of MEconSc
is taken in two parts. Part 1 consists of a
combination of examination and coursework.
EC6604, EC6605, EC6606, EC6607, EC6600
and EC6601 have a 60%-40% breakdown
between final examinations and coursework.
EC6602, EC6603, EC6665 and EC6666
are assessed completely by coursework.
As previously stated, Part 2 consists of a
Dissertation in Economics.
1. Identify and apply the core theory in
microeconomics and macroeconomics
required for a practicing research economist and for further studies.
2.Apply important mathematical and
statistical skills required for a practicing research economist and for further studies.
3.Conduct applied research and disseminate the
results in a research article.
4.Debate, discuss and communicate on
contemporary issues and developments in the economic environment.
5.Appreciate the central issues and
developments in economic science.
Application Details
Applicants can apply online at www.pac.ie. The code for the programme is CKL12. NonEU applicants should contact the International Education office in University College Cork
(www.ucc.ie/en/study/international/) for queries about the application process.
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Who Can Apply?
Economic Consultants
Candidates must have at least a 2H2 on the
aggregate of all Economics courses in either
a BComm with a Major in Economics, a BA
(Hons) in Economics, a BSc (Hons) Finance,
a Postgraduate Diploma in Economics of
Business Practice, a Postgraduate Diploma in
Health Economics Practice, a Higher Diploma
in Economics (Competition Governance
and Society) or the equivalent. In addition,
candidates must have passed an Econometrics
or Survey Methods module or the equivalent in
their degree or diploma award.
• Martin O Brien, BBS(UL), MEconSc (2006) –
Economist at the Central Bank
Career Opportunities - Past MEconSc
Graduates
Graduates from the MEconSc programme
have moved on to a wide variety of different
careers in areas including banking, economic
consultancy and business. Some examples of
previous graduates and their current careers
are as follows:
The MEconSc is also an excellent training for
those seeking to continue their education and
begin a PhD either nationally or internationally.
Many MEconSc graduates stay in third level
education and go on to become lecturers. A
number of examples of this type of career path
are visible in the School of Economics in UCC
including:
• David Butler, BComm, MEconSc (2011) –
Lecturer, School of Economics, UCC
• Justin Doran, BBS(WIT), MEconSc (2008) –
Lecturer, School of Economics, UCC
• Noirin McCarthy, BComm, P.Dip. Health,
MEconSc (2007) – Lecturer, School of
Economics, UCC
• Stephen Moore, BComm, MEconSc (2014) –
Lecturer, Centre for Policy Studies, University College Cork.
• Tiago McCarthy , BA, MEconSc (2014) –
Assistant Policy Analyst at the Department
of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation.
• Cian Higgins, BA, MEconSc (2012) – Senior
Risk Analyst at Bank of Ireland
• Danny Gould, BSc Finance, MEconSc (2011) –
FSG Analyst at Allied Irish Bank
• Richard Davis, BA, MEconSc (2010) –
Economist at the Department of Children
and Youth Affairs
• Jonathan Frankham, BComm, MEconSc
(2010) – Audit Senior at Ernst & Young
• Phillip Gostelow, BComm International,
MEconSc (2007) – Asset-Backed Funding
Analyst at Nationwide Building Society
• Caroline Kelleher, BComm, MEconSc
(2006) – Senior Economist at DKM Masters in Economic Science.indd 5
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Testimonials from Past MEconSc Graduates
“
Having the MEconSc helped me get an interview in a number of companies in the
financial sector. I am now involved in the development and maintenance of models with
the Bank of Ireland in their Non Retail Model Development team. The biggest aid was the
thesis as developing a model for it has helped me a huge amount in the career I am in
today. It is what I am involved in on a daily basis.
”
Cian Higgins, MEconSc (2012) – Senior Risk Analyst at Bank of Ireland
“
The blend of skills on the teaching team between quantitative and theoretical expertise
was really beneficial when undertaking my own research projects and the expansive
course offered a range of employment possibilities and opportunities, from working as a
professional economist in industry to undertaking a PhD.
”
David Butler, MEconSc (2011) – Lecturer, School of Economics, UCC
“
The MEconSc gave me the opportunity to gain a firm grounding in how economics can
be used to explore everyday issues. In the MEconSc, I learned a number of analytical and
data handling skills that are in demand by employers. It has certainly being beneficial in
securing my current position and the day-to-day work that is involved.
”
Richard Davis, MEconSc (2010) – Economist at the Department of Children and Youth Affairs
“
The MEconSc was very valuable in Australia and a great help in gaining employment
out there. The MEconSc was a distinct advantage in helping me to secure the position.
My employer was very interested in the quantitative aspects of the course. I would
strongly advise anyone considering a career in economics to pursue the MEconSc.
”
Caroline Kelleher, MEconSc (2006) - Senior Economist at DKM Economic Consultants
Programme Team
Dr. John Eakins (Programme Director), Mr. Frank Crowley, Dr. Ed Shinnick, Mr.
Justin Doran, Dr. John Considine, Mr. Seamus Coffey, Dr. Ann Kirby, Ms. Noirin
McCarthy; Dr. Brian Turner, Dr. Brendan McElroy.
John Eakins has been a College Lecturer in the School of Economics, UCC,
since 2002. Before that he worked as a Research Assistant in the Economic
and Social Research Institute (ESRI). He recently completed his PhD on
Irish household energy expenditures in collaboration with the University of
Surrey, UK.
Feel free to contact us with any queries you may have in relation to the
programme.
Dr. John Eakins, Programme Director EC1.36 Aras Na Laoi
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