M.Sc. in Economic Policy
A two-year part-time postgraduate programme equipping graduates with evidence-based policy-making skills.
Best for:Best for professionals and graduates seeking practical expertise in evidence-based economic policy-making.
Overview
The M.Sc. in Economic Policy at Trinity College Dublin is a part-time postgraduate programme jointly delivered by the Department of Economics and the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI). Designed for graduates from diverse disciplinary backgrounds, the curriculum focuses on developing practical competencies for evidence-based policy formulation and analysis. Students engage in structured coursework and research over two years, fulfilling requirements through rigorous academic assessments. The programme is well-suited for professionals aiming to integrate economic insights into public policy and governance.
What you'll do
- Complete coursework across a two-year part-time postgraduate structure
- Engage in evidence-based policy analysis and case study evaluations
- Participate in joint academic activities between Trinity College Dublin and ESRI
- Complete written assignments, examinations, and a final master's capstone or dissertation component
Requirements
Degree required: Level 8 Bachelor's degree at 2.1 or above in any discipline
Degree offered: M.Sc.
Language: English; Band B Standard Entry requirements (official evidence of proficiency required)
Instruction: English
- Five years of professional policy experience for applicants holding a level 8 degree, or eight years for level 7 qualification holders
- Analytical aptitude for evaluating economic and public policy issues
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for academic and professional reporting
- Open to applicants with a level 8 Bachelor's degree at 2.1 or above and five years policy experience, or level 7 qualification with eight years policy experience assessed on a case-by-case basis
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-07-31
Applications are submitted online through the Trinity College Dublin postgraduate portal. Candidates must provide a complete application including transcripts, recommendation letters, CV, and a personal statement before the closing date. Late applications from strongly qualified candidates may be considered subject to place availability.
- Complete transcript
- Two recommendation letters
- CV
- Personal statement
- Application form
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