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Diploma of Economics and Public Policy

University of Limerick

Limerick, Ireland
1 year
English
Online
Diploma

About the program

An honours degree applying economics to public policy decisions.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: no
Post-study work rights: no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop foundational and applied knowledge of Economics and Public Policy. Strengthen financial analysis
numerical reasoning
and interpretation of economic or financial information through the subjects described in the program curriculum. Specific practical competencies depend on the courses and options taken.

Career outcomes

Potential fields and roles include Policy Research Assistant
Public Affairs Associate
Program Coordinator. Graduates may also pursue further academic study. Employment and professional eligibility are not guaranteed.

Curriculum

Four-year honours programme of 120 units. Courses include macro and microeconomic theory I and II
probability and statistics for economists
introduction to econometrics
public policy analysis
Canadian politics
sectoral issues in public policy
and sociology of ethics and work.

Entry requirements

Academic

Normally a first or second class Level 8 honours degree or recognised equivalent in a relevant discipline
With UL country-specific minimums (for example India first division 55-70% by programme
Pakistan 70% or 3.0/4.0
USA GPA 3.00). Some programmes need an interview
Work experience
CV
References or portfolio.

Accepted academic background

Normally a first or second class Level 8 honours degree (NFQ or internationally recognised equivalent) in a relevant discipline, UL publishes country-specific minimums (for example India: four-year bachelor or three-year honours bachelor, First division, 55-70% by programme, Pakistan: four-year degree with 70% or 3.0/4.0, USA: GPA 3.00 or higher in a four-year degree, Nigeria: honours degree, 2:2 from federal universities or 2:1 from private or state universities, Vietnam: average 7.0 or higher). Some programmes need an interview, Work experience, CV, References or portfolio.

Language tests

IELTS 6.5 (6.0 per component)
TOEFL iBT 90 (4.5 overall and per section on the scale used from 21 January 2026)
TOEFL PBT 580
Duolingo 120 (110 per component)
PTE Academic 61 (59 per section)
Cambridge Grade C (C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency)

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Degree Certificates
Passport Copy
Curriculum Vitae
Personal Statement

How to apply

Check the programme page
country-specific entry rules
English requirements and closing date (the non-EU Autumn deadline was 1 July in Some programmes close earlier). Apply online to UL. Application fee 50 EUR. Submit degree transcripts
English test evidence and any CV
references or proposal the programme asks for. Interview only where required. Pay the 1
000 EUR acceptance deposit and the tuition due before the visa support letter. Apply for the Irish student visa (full-time study only) with proof of funds. Register with immigration on arrival.

Other costs

Tuition per year	€4,400 EUR
Application fee	€50 EUR
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Limerick
Faculty or school	Kemmy Business School
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	_
Scholarship note	Students may be considered for available scholarships or funding if they meet the relevant award criteria, Availability and eligibility should be confirmed with the institution.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.