The BA (Hons) (Economics) (International) Pathway is a four-year, full-time honours degree programme.

In First Arts (Economics) students take Economics (45 credits) together with one other subject (15 credits) See here for programme requirements.

Examinations
Full details of regulations governing Examinations for each programme will be contained in the Marks and Standards 2017 Book, and for each module in the Book of Modules, 2016/2017.

Three Year Rule
Students must pass the First University Examination in Arts (Economics) within three academic years from the date of first registration for First Year. Failure to comply with this rule means that the student will be ineligible to proceed further with his/her studies. Exceptions to this rule may be granted by the College of Arts, Celtic Studies and Social Sciences, only for very serious reasons.

 

Students who wish to take the Second Arts (Economics) (International) Pathway register for the pathway at the beginning of Second Year. No student may register for Second Arts (Economics) (International) Pathway until s/he has passed the First University Examination in Arts (Economics). The selection of any module is conditional on the Professor or Lecturer concerned and the College being satisfied that a student is capable of profiting by attendance thereat. Students may not select modules which involve a timetable clash.

In Second Arts students take a Single Subject Degree consisting of modules to the value of 60 credits in Economics. See here for programme requirements.

Module Semester Information may be found here. Module Descriptions may be found here.

Examinations

Full details of regulations governing Examinations for each programme will be contained in the Marks and Standards 2015 Book, and for each module in the Book of Modules, 2016/2017.

Three Year Rule

Students must pass the Second University Examination in Arts (Economics) (International) Pathway within three academic years from the date of first registration for Second Year. Failure to comply with this rule means that the student will be ineligible to proceed further with his/her studies. Exceptions to this rule may be granted by the College of Arts, Celtic Studies and Social Sciences, only for very serious reasons.

From 2016/17 onwards.

Third Arts (Economics) (International) Pathway is spent in an approved foreign university where students will study approved courses/modules to the equivalent value of 60 credits. All courses will be assessed by the approved Host University.

Examinations

Full details of regulations governing Examinations for each programme will be contained in the Marks and Standards 2017 Book.

Three Year Rule

Students must pass the Third University Examination in Arts (Economics) (International) Pathway within three academic years from the date of first registration for Third Year. Failure to comply with this rule means that the student will be ineligible to proceed further with his/her studies. Exceptions to this rule may be granted by the College of Arts, Celtic Studies and Social Sciences, only for very serious reasons.

From 2017/18 onwards.

No student may register for Fourth Arts Economics) (International) Pathway until s/he has passed the Third University Examination in Arts (Economics) (International Pathway). The selection of any module is conditional on the Professor or Lecturer concerned and the College being satisfied that a student is capable of profiting by attendance thereat. Students may not select modules which involve a timetable clash.

In Fourth Arts (Economics) (International) Pathway, students take a Single Subject Degree consisting of modules to the value of 60 credits in Economics. See here for programme requirements (students follow the same curriculum as students taking Third Arts (Economics)).

Module Semester Information may be found here. Module Descriptions may be found here.

Examinations

Full details of regulations governing Examinations for each programme will be contained in the Marks and Standards 2015 Book, and for each module in the Book of Modules, 2016/2017.

Three Year Rule

Students must pass the Fourth University Examination in Arts (Economics) (International) Pathway within three academic years from the date of first registration for Fourth Year. Failure to comply with this rule means that the student will be ineligible to proceed further with his/her studies. Exceptions to this rule may be granted by the College of Arts, Celtic Studies and Social Sciences, only for very serious reasons.

Programme Learning Outcomes for BA (Hons) (Economics) (International) Pathway (NFQ Level 8, Major Award)

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

• Question, examine, analyse and research their world using Economics as a way of thinking;
• Formulate, present, debate and evaluate Economic arguments, in an objective way using supporting evidence;
• Identify themes and patterns and make connections using Economics;
• Formulate hypotheses to test in Economics, analyse data and draw conclusions using computing and Information Technology;
• Write, present and communicate effectively to different audiences;
• Manage their time and be able to work effectively as individuals and as members of a team;
• Reflect on their own learning and performances and be able to articulate their own individual strengths;
• Recognise opportunities for their own development, identify constraints, respond to feedback and undertake actions to further their development and growth as adults;
• Plan for their future careers and be personal leaders in their own education and career development.