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The Professional Diploma in Applied Economics and Energy Analysis comprises two key inter-related pillars. The first pillar focuses on the key contemporaneous dynamics affecting our economies and societies. Through the lens of applied economics, students will develop key skills for analysing issues such as enterprise/innovation policy, the economics of climate change, education, health, tourism, as well as how public policy plays a key role in shaping these issues.  The second pillar pertains to the analysis of energy markets from the supply and demand sides. With a strong focus on the role of public policy in shaping energy markets, this pillar will support students to develop a deep understanding of the inter-relation between economic systems, energy markets, and policy.  Both of these key pillars are delivered by following a research-led approach, enabling students to develop key critical and analytical skills for assessing and discussing key debates and associated evidence, guiding existing policy responses in the key topics covered. The programme also allows students to gain important practical skills, regarding the application of conceptual and empirical tools used in applied economics and energy economics research.

The programme is delivered fully online, through a mix of pre-recorded lectures and live online sessions. All assessment is continuous and can include recorded presentations, contributions to debates, and essays.

The programme comprises 4 modules to be completed over 1 academic year. These modules cover core areas of applied economics and energy analysis, as well as research-led teaching in the specialist areas of our faculty members.

Further information on each module can be found by searching .

Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree (NFQ Level 8) with at least a second-class honours, grade 2 (2:2) in any discipline. Applicants who do not meet the standard entry requirement maybe considered under Recognised Prior Learning (RPL), the process might include an interview. Where candidates are non-native English language speakers, certified demonstrable achievement in English Language Competency Test will be required.

What to include with your application

• Qualification transcripts and certificates
• A copy of your birth certificate
• If your qualifications have been obtained in a country where English is an official language this will suffice
• If this is not available, the following additional documents must be provided:
• English translation of your qualification(s)/transcripts AND
• English language competency certificate
• Please click here for Further Information on English Language Requirements

Guidelines on Completing your Application

• To ensure a speedy assessment of your application, please upload the above documents with your application form – your application cannot be assessed until relevant documentation is uploaded
• Please title appropriately any documents you are uploading with the application form, for example "Supporting Statement", "ºÚÁÏÉç Transcript", "Postgraduate Transcript", "English Language Certificate" etc.

International students can find more information on eligibility requirements here. 

EU - €2,750

Non EU - €2,750

Once registered, students can apply to pay their fees in instalments. A request for a payment plan should be emailed to student.fees.office@ul.ie.

Further information on fees and payment of fees is available from the  website. All fee related queries should be directed to the Student Fees Office (Phone: +353 61 213 007 or email student.fees.office@ul.ie.)

The Professional Diploma in Applied Economics and Energy Analysis can lead to the following sectors and careers:

• Policy analyst, energy policy and planning roles in government, utilities, and international organisations
• Research and analysis roles in environmental think tanks, NGOs, and consultancy
• Policy analyst/manager positions in the private sector

Progression to further study in economics, policy analysis, climate policy, or sustainable development.