Economics and Accounting MA (Hons)

Introducing MA Economics and Accounting

This combined programme is particularly useful if you are planning to take accountancy qualifications after graduation.

The learning outcomes of the two subjects are complementary, both in terms of knowledge and wider-ranging skills such as IT and data interpretation (for example: corporate and public sector accounts).

How will I learn?

Courses are taught through a combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials, workshops and web-based learning. The Economics Help Desk offers students help and support throughout their programme. The peer assisted learning scheme, EconPALS, aims to help first year students develop their learning and study strategies.

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed by exams and coursework, including problems sets, essays, and project reports, and presentations. In Year 4 you will complete an honours dissertation.

Career opportunities

Our graduates are highly regarded by employers. The skills you develop will equip you for careers in accountancy, business, management and consultancy, or for work in aid agencies, not-for-profit organisations or government departments. Many graduates have entered the finance sector and some large financial firms actively recruit Edinburgh graduates.