Course summary
The aim of the MSc Economics & Finance is to produce highly skilled professionals who can analyse, understand and explain the complex economic and financial issues that arise in a globalised world. Jointly delivered by the departments of Economics and Accounting & Finance, you will study the interaction between the economics and finance, which is now critical to understanding the world we live in. Training in these subjects will equip you for finding employment in the public or private sector as economists, analysts or consultants. You will develop practical, transferable skills that make a difference in the workplace by completing the Professional Development for Economists module which complements other modules:
- Communicate complex ideas clearly through policy briefs, briefing notes and visual storytelling
- Collaborate effectively through group projects and debates
- Grow your professional network through alumni talks and industry connections
Modules
Core classes: Economic Appraisal and Modelling; Economic Data Analysis; Energy Economics; Natural Resources, Energy Finance and Forecasting; Energy Technologies, Impacts and Implementation; Environmental Economics; Climate Change Economics; Energy Industries and Markets; Global Energy Policy and Politics Elective classes: Games of Strategy; Fundamentals of Microeconomics; Fundamentals of Macroeconomics; Topics in Public Economics; International Macroeconomics; International Development; Health Economic Policy; Economics of Inequality and Inclusive Growth; Regional Development Policy
Assessment method
Every class will either have a class test or assignment during semesters 1 and 2. Exams will take place at the end of each semester in December and April/May.
Entry requirements
Second-class Honours degree or non-UK equivalent qualification - see our country pages further information - in any subject. Relevant backgrounds include economics, finance, business studies, management, mathematics, environmental studies, politics, public policy and international affairs. We also welcome applications from students with strong career experience in a relevant field.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £16050 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £16050 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £16050 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £16050 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £16050 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £16050 | Year 1 |
| EU | £32800 | Year 1 |
| International | £32800 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Sponsorship information
strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/
Provider information
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ