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Geography and Economics MA (Hons)

University of Dundee

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    City Campus (Main Campus)

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

In Geography, you study both social and physical sciences to analyse and understand major challenges facing the world. You will develop creative skills in problem-solving, presentation, and communication.You can specialise in human geography or physical geography, or combine elements of both. In addition, you can study other social science or humanities subjects.You will also have the opportunity to go on field trips and to work with partner organisations to help them solve problems that they are currently facing.Our teaching is based on the research carried out in the department and is focused on three broad themes: creating just communities and places, shaping environmental futures, and geospatial and digital methods.You will cover specialisms within these themes including:- health and wellbeing- city futures- geopolitics and power- tourism and globalisation- policing and security- hazards and riskThe student-led Geography and Environmental Society also has a programme of activities to help you become part of our community.Economists examine how societies attempt to make the best use of their scarce resources so that they can advise governments, individuals, and companies on how to improve decisions and outcomes.Traditionally economists advise on investment, inflation, interest rates, and production. Increasingly, however, economics takes a wider focus with many economists examining climate change, inequality, and improving healthcare.

Tuition fees

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£ 21,900per year

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University information

University of Dundee

University of Dundee

University of Dundee

  • University League Table

    51st

  • Campus address

    University of Dundee, Nethergate, Dundee, Dundee, City Of, DD1 4HN, Scotland

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Highly valued and recognised education in a multicultural study destination. You’ll be supported by a global community of friendly staff and students.
Dedicated places of worship in and around campus, international food stores can be found across the city, and a range of international student societies.
Scholarships are available to help eligible students get the most from their studies, and there is dedicated support for international students.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Economics

    36th out of 79 7

    32nd out of 73 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    175 77%

    14th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    80.0 80%

    38th

    24

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.96 74%

    50th

    21

  • Entry standards

    / Max 211
    180 86%

    7th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    77.0 77%

    30th

    28

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.06 77%

    42nd

    3

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