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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The School's summer newsletter is out now!
The School's alumni newsletter is out now, with two major ERC grants, hard choices from Oxford's Ruth Chang, forty years of student economics, and a UN address on a world already changed.
08 Jul 2026
News
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Michael King and Tara Bedi Awarded $550,000 Research Grant
Dr Michael King and Dr Tara Bedi have been awarded a US$550,000 grant for a new study in Uganda examining gender-focused anti-poverty programmes, household cooperation and women’s economic empowerment.
06 Jul 2026
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Gaia Narciso Wins EAERE Award 2026
Professor Gaia Narciso has won the European Association of Environmental and Resource Economists (EAERE) award for outstanding publication in the journal Environmental and Resource Economics.
02 Jul 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. This video is part of the School of Social Sciences and Philosophy's 'Ireland as EU President' series.
NEW RESEARCH
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Monetary Policy and Financial Markets
Donato Masciandaro, Davide Romelli and Gaia Rubero. The B.E. Journal of Macroeconomics, July 2026.
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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.
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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