BA in Economics, Politics and Law
Dublin, Ireland
BA
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
Key Summary
About: DCU’s BA in Economics, Politics and Law gives a grounding in economics, political science and constitutional law. You’ll study micro and macroeconomics, political theory, legal foundations and research methods. No prior study required. You can specialize later and take internships, INTRA placements or study abroad. The degree is 3 or 4 years.
Career Outcomes: Graduates gain analytical, research, communication and policy skills for roles across finance, government and NGOs. The course covers subjects needed for entry to the Law Society of Ireland but not for King’s Inns. Potential roles: solicitor, politician, economist, public servant, legal advisor, policy analyst, journalist.
Are you interested in how societies work? DCU’s Economics, Politics and Law (EPL) degree course is designed to give you a deep and thorough understanding of the political, legal and economic forces that shape the world.
Build strong foundations
This degree provides a solid base to all three disciplines and you will study foundational topics such as introductions to micro and macroeconomics, political science and constitutional law. You don’t need to have done any of these before. As you progress through your studies you may choose to specialise in areas such as Urban and Regional Economics, Issues in American Politics or Family Law, to name a few. You will also maximise your learning potential with dedicated research methods modules that will equip you with a variety of study skills.
Skills attractive to employers
This extremely versatile degree provides you with skills and knowledge that are highly valued across sectors including finance and banking, government and policy, the legal profession, NGOs and more. This degree will help you develop your oral and written communication skills, research techniques, critical thinking, teamwork and research abilities.
3 or 4 year degree
You can complete the BA in Economics, Politics and Law degree in three years, or choose to take an extra year either to study abroad or complete an INTRA placement.
Graduates from the BA in Economics, Politics and Law degree take away a keen understanding of public policy and how government decisions are made with the ability to identify emerging issues and analyse policy proposals.
A degree that opens doors
The BA in Economics, Politics and Law gives you a strong grounding in all three disciplines that will stand you in good stead for a broad range of careers in law, consultancy, finance and various aspects of public policy making, including elected politics, social and political research, journalism, public affairs and advocacy. You will also have the chance to specialise in one of these disciplines as you progress in your degree, if desired. Organisations across the public, private and not for profit sectors depend on a keen knowledge of political, economic and legal environments, and this unique programme is geared to giving students the core skills that maximise their employability.
Solicitor’s exams
Graduates from this degree will also be prepared for entry to the Law Society of Ireland as trainee solicitors on successful completion of the relevant entrance exams, as the course covers all subjects required for these entrance exams. It is NOT a recognised law degree for entry to King’s Inns.
Career Areas
- Politics
- Public Service
- Broadcasting/Journalism
- Legal Service
- Advocacy/Campaigning
- Tax/financial services
- Policy-evaluation
- Research Academia
- Teaching
- Not for profit sector
- International and European Institutions
Career Prospects
Solicitor
Politician
Economist
Public Servant
Legal advisor
Advocacy campaigner
Tax consultant
Financial consultant
Head of Policy
Academic
Journalist
Applications are open and we invite you to apply before our July 1 deadline at the link below.
