Program Overview
The M Economic Science at University College Cork is a Master programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the M Economic Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Ireland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 9,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Cork, Ireland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the M Economic Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Advanced Microeconomics
- Advanced Macroeconomics
- Econometrics: Theory and Applications
- Quantitative Techniques for Economic Research
- Current Research Seminars
- Research Methods and Professional Development
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You must have:
a major in economics in your degree or diploma, and at least a 2.2 on the aggregate of all economics courses in the honours degree (level 8) or diploma award
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 9,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 9,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University College Cork directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University College Cork
University College Cork
Cork, Ireland
University College Cork is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date October 2025
- Language English
- Duration 12 months