Welcome to the Department of Economics
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Why Study Economics at Trinity College Dublin
Ranked 1st in Ireland (QS Subject Rankings, 2025), our department is known internationally for its research, particularly in applied economics. We offer innovative programmes that equip students with the skills to understand, analyse, and respond to complex economic challenges.
ECONOMICS NEWS & EVENTS
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A Two-Speed Housing Market is Emerging, According to Ronan Lyons' Daft Report
Professor Ronan Lyons has written the latest sales report from property website Daft.ie. It shows that a 'two-speed' housing market is developing between Dublin and the rest of the country.
24 Jun 2026
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Davide Romelli Starts Role as Head of the Department of Economics
Professor Davide Romelli takes over the role from Professor Agustín Bénétrix since May 2026. We look forward to seeing the Department grow and thrive under his leadership.
15 Jun 2026
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Young Economist of the Year 2026
In May, Professor Paul Scanlon represented the Department at the Young Economist of the Year Competition, which took place at UCD.
11 Jun 2026
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What is the future of EU trade?
The global economy is being rewired. Our colleague, Professor Marvin Suesse, asks what that means for Europe and whether Ireland's EU presidency can help set the terms. Part of the School's Ireland as EU President series.
NEW RESEARCH
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Firm Performance Under Military Occupation
Hanna Onyshchenko, Andri Tsapin and Vitaliia Yaremko, Economists for Ukraine working paper series, June 2026.
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Using role models to inspire marginalized groups: A cautionary tale
Gaia Narciso, Carol Newman and Finn Tarp, Journal of Economic Behaviour and Organisation, June 2026.
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Not All Energy Shocks are Created Equal
Christophe Blot, Jerome Creel, Francois Geerolf, Davide Romelli, Monetary Dialogue Papers, June 2026.
Why Does Central Bank Independence Matter?
Professor Davide Romelli explains why central bank independence matters in this video from the School of Social Sciences and Philosophy's Meet the Expert Series!
Learn moreINSIDE THE DEPARTMENT
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The Legacy of Apartheid
We spoke to Talent Nesongano, a PhD student, about his research in labour misallocation in South Africa.
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Trinity Economic Papers
A platform for the rapid dissemination of research and working papers.
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Current Students
Find the resources, support and opportunities available to you as an economics student.
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PhD Job Candidates
Explore our PhD Job Market Candidates.
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Our Community
Meet the people driving research and teaching in the department
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SER 2026 Edition
Explore the latest Student Economic Review issue, available digitally and in print.
What Do Our Students Think?
Frank Wolfe, 2025 graduate of our MSc in Economics, talks to us about his experience studying at Trinity and why he would recommend the course.
Learn moreOUR COURSES
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Undergraduate Economics
Discover our BESS, PPES, and Joint Honours programmes - flexible, interdisciplinary, and globally recognised.
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MSc in Economics
Develop the skills for advanced research or professional roles in economics and policy.
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MSc in Economic Policy
Learn to apply economic analysis to real-world policy challenges in this part-time programme.
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PhD in Economics
Conduct original research, gain advanced skills, and shape the future of economic thought.
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