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Economics and German - MA (Hons)

University of Aberdeen

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University of Aberdeen

Course options

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Old Aberdeen Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Economics and German at Aberdeen is a great combination to widen your solid grounding in the global economy and topical economic challenges and issues – giving you the strong competitive advantage of a modern European language, cultural perspective and experience, with a fast track to a career in European and international organisations and business.In Economics, you will explore the microeconomics of business and society, macroeconomics of the world economy and economic problems in political, social and historical contexts, with a strong emphasis on applied learning. You will thrive in the dynamic, international environment of our Business School of over 40 nationalities and be taught by experts including leading petroleum economist and government adviser Professor Alex Kemp and our health economists whose work influences Scottish and UK policy decisions on public health.


German at Aberdeen has an outstanding reputation with the highest possible rating of ‘Excellent’ in the last national Teaching Quality Assessment.

You will gain a broad understanding of Germany’s complex history and culture in today’s German-speaking world and have many opportunities to practice your developing language skills informally through the German Society and Drama Group.As an integral part of your 4-year programme, you will spend half of year three developing your language skills as a Teaching Assistant, or visiting student in a German-speaking country.On graduation your combination of skills and experience will give you many choices. Should you opt for a career in business you will offer a distinct advantage for employers and business organisations operating in Europe, including the European Commission. Other options include tourism and education.

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 20,800per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen

  • University League Table

    32nd

  • Campus address

    Main Site, University Office, Regent Walk, King's College, Aberdeen, Aberdeen, AB24 3FX, United Kingdom

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One of the top 20 universities for Student satisfaction (Complete University Guide league tables 2027).
Student population has over 130 nationalities and strong international global networks.
Experienced international student advisers with immigration expertise supporting students from application to graduation.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Economics

    42nd out of 76 1

    35th out of 89

  • Entry standards

    / Max 223
    159 71%

    17th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    71.0 71%

    50th

    8

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.24 81%

    16th

    14

  • Entry standards

    / Max 207
    163 79%

    9th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    73.0 73%

    25th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.40 85%

    13th

    7

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