DN710 · Level 8 · 3 years

Economics

University College Dublin (NUI) · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

544

Up 20 points since 2023 (524).

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About this course

A three-year degree that studies economics in depth from day one. It covers how people, markets and governments behave.

How long
3 years
What you study
First year covers introductory economics, micro and macroeconomics and quantitative economics, plus skills classes and options in subjects such as sociology and statistics. Later years add financial economics, econometrics and advanced micro and macro, with field options like health economics and public economics. Final year includes an economics research workshop.
Placement and abroad
There is an optional internship in third year, in areas such as banking, finance, communications and journalism.
Where it can lead
Graduates work in banking, finance, consultancy, insurance, media, the civil service, research and international organisations, or study further in economics, business, finance or law.
Who it suits
Suits students who like current affairs and problem-solving and are comfortable with maths.

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About Social and behavioural sciences

Study of human behavior, psychology, and society

Examine human behavior, social interactions, and societal structures. These degrees focus on understanding how individuals and groups think, feel, and behave, as well as how social, cultural, economic, and political factors influence behavior and society. E.g. Psychology, Sociology, Criminology.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026544Published after the final round
2025 542542544
2024 532532544
2023 524521543

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • English: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Mathematics: Higher H5

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

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