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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TIME-CEPR Development Economics Annual Symposium
The TIME-CEPR Development Economics Annual Symposium took place in the TRiSS Seminar Room on the 5th and 6th March 2026.
06 Mar 2026
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Martina Kirchberger on VoxTalks Economics Podcast
The title of the podcast is 'What's Next for Ukraine: Reconstruction' and is available on Spotify and via the CEPR website.
03 Mar 2026
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The School of Social Sciences & Philosophy Renews Athena Swan Award
We are delighted to announce that the School of Social Sciences and Philosophy has renewed its Athena Swan Bronze Award with a new action plan for the years 2025-2030.
04 Mar 2026
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Missed our AI and the economy talk? Watch it here!
Will AI reshape the global economy or just widen inequality? In The New Economic Order with AI, economist Dr Jian Cao examines how AI is transforming productivity, labour, and markets - part of the School of Social Sciences and Philosophy’s Public Autumn Series.
NEW RESEARCH
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Cash Transfers and Business Survival During Covid
Kjetil Bjorvatn, Denise Ferris, Selim Gulesci, Arne Nasgowitz, Vincent Somville and Lore Vandewalle. The Journal of Development Studies, January 2026.
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Trade Diversion and Labour Market Adjustment
Karin Mayr-Dorn, Gaia Narciso, Duc Anh Dang and Hien Phan. European Economic Review, January 2026.
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Uncovering the Hidden Value of Unpaid Work
Maylis Avaro and Johanna Gautier-Morin, The Journal of Economic Methodology, January 2026.
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 moreINSIDE THE DEPARTMENT
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Financial Inclusion in Developing and Developed Economies
We spoke to Bhavya Shrivastava, a PhD student, about her research in financial inclusion, with a strong focus on gender.
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Module Outlines 2025/26
Module outlines for the academic year 2025/26 are now available to view. See what's on offer and plan your studies for the year ahead.
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Current Students
Find the resources, support and opportunities available to you as an economics student.
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Funding for PhD in Economics
Applications are now open for our PhD programme. Find out more about the scholarships and funding options available to postgraduate students.
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PhD Job Candidates
Explore our PhD Job Market Candidates.
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Seminar Series 25/26
Join us for the Economics Seminar Series 25/26.
Why Does Central Bank Independence Matter?
Professor Davide Romelli explains why central bank independence matters in this first video of the School of Social Sciences and Philosophy's Meet the Expert Summer Series!
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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