MSc Economics (1 Year)

Maynooth University Department of Economics, Finance and Accounting

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About the course

The MSc Economics is a stimulating and challenging programme that provides international quality training in Economics and Econometrics.

Through a combination of theoretical principles and empirical tools, the programme emphasises ‘problem solving’ and equips successful graduates with economic, quantitative and communication skills that are highly sought by employers in the public and private sectors.

Recent graduates have taken up positions at institutions like the Central Bank of Ireland, the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI), the Irish Government Economic and Evaluation Service (IGEES) and the Central Statistics Office, while others have pursued careers in economic consultancy, economic development, retail and investment banking, financial services and fund management. Some

Entry Requirements

The degree is targeted at high quality students with a strong background in Economics or with strong quantitative skills. In particular, students are eligible for admission if they have obtained the equivalent of at least a 2.1 grade in:

an honours degree in Economics
an honours degree in which Economics formed a substantial component, including joint honours Economics degrees and some Business and Finance degrees that include core Economics modules
an honours degree in which there was a substantial quantitative component, such as Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematical Physics or Statistics

Fees

Please see the university website for further information on fees for this course.

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Choose from over 195 postgraduate programmes at Ireland’s fastest growing University in 2020. Maynooth University is recognised as one of the leading new universities in the world, ranked #50 in the latest Times Higher Education (THE) ‘Young Universities’ list.

Scholarships

These postgraduate scholarships for Masters study are funded with the support of the Alumni Affinity Card and provide graduates of Maynooth University (including the graduating class of 2018) with a €5,000 scholarship towards fees for a full-time Taught Master's programme at Maynooth University.

Value of Scholarship(s)

€5,000

Eligibility

Applicants must intend to pursue a
full-time Taught Master’s degree at the University commencing meet the following eligibility criteria:
1. A minimum overall result of 65% in an Honours Bachelor’s degree from
Maynooth University. Applicants should apply before they receive
their exam results.
2. Satisfy the entry requirements of the Maynooth University Taught Master’s
Programme they intend to undertake.

The scholarship is not open to those who have already commenced or have previously
undertaken a Master’s programme.

A minimum 65% honours level 8 undergraduate degree result and a personal statement is required.

Application Procedure

Apply online via: https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/study-maynooth/postgraduate-studies/fees-funding-scholarships
An application guide is available on the online application system to guide you step by
step through the application process.
For further information please email: masters.scholarships@mu.ie or tel. 01-
7086018.

Further Information

https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/study-maynooth/postgraduate-studies/fees-funding-scholarships

There are 60 Taught Master's Scholarships available across every discipline of Maynooth University. Closing date is the 15th June 2018. Applications are welcome from all BSc/BA graduates or equivalent honours level 8 graduates, including the graduating class of 2018.

Value of Scholarship(s)

€2,000

Eligibility

Applicants must intend to pursue a full-time Taught Master’s degree at the University commencing in September. Achieve a minimum overall result of 2.1 in an Honours Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent). Open for applications to all EU and non-EU BA/BSc graduates.