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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Can Role Models Uplift Marginalised Communities?
Professors Gaia Narciso and Carol Newman have published a new article in VoxDev with Professor Finn Tarp. The article asks if role models can inspire marginalised people to improve their economic situations.
15 Oct 2026
News
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Professor Emeritus Alan Matthews Named Top Agri-Food Influencer
Professor Emeritus Alan Matthews has been named a top influencer on the platform X in the field of agri-food by ZN Consulting's EU Influencer Rankings.
12 Oct 2026
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Budget 2027: What is the financial impact for the general public?
Dr Barra Roantree appeared on NewsTalk yesterday to discuss this year's Budget and what it means for the average person in Ireland.
07 Oct 2026
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How can we make climate policies fair?
As Ireland experiences its second heatwave this summer, we spoke to Gustav Fredriksson about his research into climate policies and how governments can and should take drastic measures to tackle climate emissions.
NEW RESEARCH
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The long-term effects of teachers' gender stereotypes on labor outcomes
Joan J. Martínez. The Journal of Development Economics, October 2026.
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The Elusive Link Between FDI and Economic Growth
Agustín Bénétrix, Hayley Pallan, Ugo Panizza. The Journal of International Economics, September 2026.
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Monetary Policy and Financial Markets
Donato Masciandaro, Davide Romelli and Gaia Rubero. The B.E. Journal of Macroeconomics, July 2026.
INSIDE THE DEPARTMENT
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Current Students
Find the resources, support and opportunities available to you as an economics student.
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Module Outlines 2026/27
Module outlines for the Academic Year 2026/27 are now available. See what’s on offer and plan your studies for the year ahead.
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Seminar Series 2026/27
Hear from leading economists at our regular seminar series.
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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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Our Community
Meet the people driving research and teaching in the department
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.
OUR 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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