Based on a total estimated cost of €82,000 over 4 years, Economics at Trinity College Dublin has a 5-year ROI of 94.4%, with graduates earning around €50,000 after 5 years in the workforce.
The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (TR081) was 565 (2025).
Economics graduates from Trinity College Dublin report a graduate employment rate of around 82%, very good career progression, high demand for these skills in Ireland.
Typical roles after graduating
- Economist
- Policy Analyst
- Financial Analyst
- Data Analyst
Common employers for Economics graduates include Central Bank of Ireland, Department of Finance, ESRI, Big Four (Deloitte, EY, KPMG, PwC), AIB.
By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. Economics graduates from Trinity College Dublin start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 5% less than the national average.
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