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Economics and Finance - MA (Hons)

Heriot-Watt University

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Heriot-Watt University

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  • Qualification

    Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)

  • Location

    Heriot Watt University - Edinburgh Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Economics at Edinburgh Business School is underpinned by the work of globally active researchers and has the 3rd highest levels of Student Satisfaction in the UK (NSS2019). This joint degree prepares you to make a difference with specialist knowledge.MA (Hons) Economics and Finance at Edinburgh Business School will give you the skills to investigate, analyse and answer global economic questions as well as specialist understanding in financial theories and practice. This degree does not require prior knowledge of the core disciplines of economics and finance. Study begins at an introductory level and the degree has a flexible structure to enable students to tailor their studies so that they can pursue their own interests. As a result, graduates are able to embark upon successful careers, especially in market analyst, stockbroker, portfolio manager, performance analyst, and civil service, as well as a wide range of management roles. Graduates also pursue further study in economics and related disciplines at Masters and PhD level.Your learning will be underpinned by the knowledge of highly respected economists who design and teach our courses with a real-world focus that stems directly from their global research into economic issues. Finance courses are taught by academics and experienced practitioners and you will have the opportunity to make use of the university’s state-of-the-art Bloomberg Finance Lab to gain employable, practical finance skills.Please visit our website for further information on our 3 year honours degreesAccreditation Heriot-Watt University is accredited as a Bloomberg Experiential Learning Partner, recognising us as a leader in experiential learning in the area of finance.

Tuition fees

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£ 21,192per year

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University information

Heriot-Watt University

Heriot-Watt University

Heriot-Watt University

  • University League Table

    31st

  • Campus address

    Heriot Watt University - Edinburgh Campus, Riccarton, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH14 4AS, United Kingdom

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One of Scotland's most international universities. With five global campuses, you will join over 24,000 students and 166,000 alumni in 190 countries.
Global companies actively seek out Heriot-Watt graduates due to the industry-informed programmes that equip you with the right skills to succeed.
Opportunities to transfer seamlessly between campuses in Dubai, Malaysia and Scotland through the university’s ‘Go Global’ scheme.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Accounting & Finance

    32nd out of 104 5

    32nd out of 76 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 209
    154 74%

    14th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    71.0 71%

    31st

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.10 78%

    81st

    11

  • Entry standards

    / Max 223
    169 76%

    12th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    76.0 76%

    37th

    13

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.40 85%

    3rd

    1

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