Overview

Why this course?

The aim of the MSc Economics & Finance at Strathclyde Business School 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 economics and finance, which is now critical to understanding the world we live in.

Careers

Graduates could gain employment in any job where a good knowledge of economics and finance is required. For example:

public sector
financial institutions
consultancies
international organisations
non-governmental organisations

Programme Structure

Compulsory classes

Foundations of Microeconomics

Macroeconomics for the Business Environment

Analysis of Economic Data

Further topics in Microeconomics

Principles of Finance

Accounting & Financial Analysis

Macroeconomics for the Global Business Environment

Quantitative Methods

Optional classes

Choose one from this list. You'll also be able to choose from a wide range of classes from across the Department of Economics and the Department of Accounting & Finance.

Avanced Corporate Finance & Applications
Derivates &Treasury Management
Dissertation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00

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More details

There’s no formal closing date for postgraduate applications.

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

125

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

60

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Economics Finance View 347 other Masters in Economics in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

125

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

60

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Minimum second-class honours degree or overseas equivalent (view the entry requirements for your country) in:

economics

finance

business studies

management science

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

31100 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

16800 GBP / year

≈ 16800 GBP / year

Living costs

Glasgow

United Kingdom

620 - 1012 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

There are scholarship opportunities available for students applying for this course. Opportunities include:

MSc Economics & Finance Essay Scholarship

Scottish students

Students living in Scotland can find out more about funding from the Student Awards Agency Scotland.

English students

Students ordinarily resident in England may be eligible to apply for a loan of up to £10,000 to cover their tuition fees and living costs.

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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Glasgow

Funding

There are scholarship opportunities available for students applying for this course. Opportunities include:

Scottish students

English students

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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