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Contemporary Issues in Economics and Policy - Module EC5006 Programme content

Explore key public policy debates with UL’s Level 9, 12-week Contemporary Issues in Economics and Policy micro-credential. No economics background needed.

Key information

EU fees per year €900
Non-EU fees per year €900
NFQ Level NFQ Level 9
Duration 12 weeks
Attendance Part-time
Delivery Online
Start date January 2027
Award University Certificate of Study
Course code EC5006

During this module, you will

  • Develop a deep understanding of our world, though the lenses of applied economics by exploring the rationale for public policy interventions using real-world economic examples. 

  • Learn how to analyse the strengths and weaknesses of policy decisions from both micro- and macroeconomic perspectives. 

  • Understand the key issues involved in making informed evidence-based policy decisions, based on rigorous economic analysis. 

  • Build the skills to evaluate policy impacts and apply economic reasoning in professional roles or postgraduate study in economics.

Key information

This micro-credential will be delivered online over 12 weeks. 

You will be assessed through continuous skill-based assignments, recorded presentations, contributions to debates and essays. 

This micro-credential is complementary to the Applied Economics and Public Policy Issues micro-credential. 

Part-time considerations:      

  • Designed for working professionals      

  • Evening or recorded lectures      

  • Additional prep and group work time    

  • Timetable provided after registration 

 

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