Based on a total estimated cost of €82,000 over 4 years, Philosophy, Political Science, Economics & Sociology at Trinity College Dublin has a 5-year ROI of 82.9%, with graduates earning around €48,000 after 5 years in the workforce.
The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (TR015) was 581 (2025).
Philosophy, Political Science, Economics & Sociology graduates from Trinity College Dublin report a graduate employment rate of around 82%, good career progression.
Typical roles after graduating
- Economist
Common employers for Philosophy, Political Science, Economics & Sociology graduates include Central Bank, Civil Service.
By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. Philosophy, Political Science, Economics & Sociology graduates from Trinity College Dublin start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 9% less than the national average.
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