利莫利克大學

Why Study Economics and Mathematical Sciences at UL?

With strong applied quantitative skills, employment prospects for graduates of this programme are very good. In a dynamic learning environment, you will develop high standards of numeracy and key skills in analytical thinking, therefore many diverse career opportunities will be open to you upon graduation.

The aim of this degree is to equip the mathematically competent students with a more specialised focus at the level of mathematical theory and statistical analysis, while simultaneously providing them with an exposure to the principles of economics and its key applications.

Course Structure

What you will study

The course is full time over four years. In the first two years of the programme, students are introduced to the principles of macro - and microeconomics, calculus, and statistics. The final two years of the programme concentrate on the development of skills in mathematical modelling, statistical analysis and econometrics and their application to a range of problems in economics. The second semester of Year 3 is spent on a Cooperative Education placement. You will gain experience in a working environment which requires the skills that you will have developed during your studies.

Career Prospects

Careers open to you with a degree in Economics & Mathematical Sciences include;

• Economist
• Statistician
• Market Research Analyst
• Securities Trader
• Investment Banking Analyst
• Health Policy Planner
• International trade specialist
• Demographer
• Banking
• Education (incl. teaching and research)
• Civil Service
• Actuarial services

This degree programme was developed in response to trends in the labour market indicating the increasing premium that business sectors place on highly numerate graduates who also possess an understanding of the economic and commercial environment. There is always demand from employers for such graduates in various spheres; business, education, as well as the public and financial sectors.