Economics - Research

Programme Structure

The programme consists of two phases: the MLitt phase (Year 1) and the PhD phase (Years 2-4).



MLitt phase (Year 1)

The MLitt phase is dedicated to coursework, which equips students to carry out independent research. Students take six core modules in microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics. After passing the modules with an average grade of B (3.4 GPA) students transfer to the PhD register.



PhD phase (Years 2-4)

During the PhD phase, students carry out independent research. Each student is assigned a supervisor based on mutual interest as well as a Research Studies Panel, consisting of two additional faculty members.



In March of year 3, students have to pass a transfer seminar in order to progress to the final stage of the PhD.

To be admitted to the PhD Programme in Economics, students must have completed a Masters in Economics comparable to the MSc programmes offered by our School.



Admission to the MLitt/PhD Programme will depend on the candidate's qualifications in terms of grades, English language skills and reference letters, as well as the availability of faculty to provide thesis supervision.



For details of the English language requirements of this programme, see

https://www.ucd.ie/registry/prospectivestudents/admissions/policiesandgeneralregulations/generalrequirements/minimumenglishlanguagerequirements/

W135: PhD 3 years full-time / 6 years part-time.

W115: MLitt 2 years full-time, 4 years part-time.

Development Economics, Productivity, Business Environment, Ease of Doing Business, Economic Growth, Corruption


Thesis Title

Essays in Development Economics