Oide Young Economist of the Year (Ireland)
Rated Advanced, this Irish competition invites secondary students to submit original economics work through the published school or individual route. Entrants investigate an economic issue and present their reasoning for judging. The main challenge is framing a worthwhile question, applying economic concepts accurately and communicating evidence, analysis and conclusions in a coherent student-led project.
Verified information
Competition details can change. Always confirm dates, eligibility and entry requirements on the official organiser's website.
Official website ↗OVERALL COMPETITION LEVEL
Advanced Level
3 evaluation dimensions have source-backed automatic scores; 0 dimensions need conflict review.
Competition overview
Key information
Eligible ages
12–18
School level
Secondary school students in Ireland
Registration method
School or Individual
Competition stages
Student entry submission and judging
Fee
Not yet announced by the organiser
Online / in-person
In-person
Dates
Competition timeline
Registration opens
Not yet announced by the organiser
Registration closes
13 Mar 2026
Competition starts
5 May 2026
Competition ends
5 May 2026
Editorial perspective
Our Take
Official site describes YEOTY as an economics competition for secondary school students in Ireland.
Preparation support
Recommended resources
YEOTY 2026 Information and Criteria
Open resource ↗Current official brief with entry formats, research requirements, data guidance and evaluation criteria.
Official · Free · Competition brief PDF · Essential
YEOTY 2026 CPD Resources
Open resource ↗Official presentations and recordings on judges' expectations, reliable data, charts and inquiry-based research.
Official · Free · Teacher and student workshop · Essential
YEOTY Research Resources
Open resource ↗Guidance on research design, trustworthy sources, referencing, economics topics and project preparation.
Official · Free · Research resource hub · Recommended
YEOTY Previous Winners
Open resource ↗Winning projects and awards for benchmarking topic choice, analysis, presentation and originality.
Official · Free · Winning project archive · Recommended
Source information
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