Overview

The MSc in Finance and Economics programme at the University of St Andrews focus is to provide a self-contained, rigorous but relevant learning experience that prepares you either to start employment at a senior level in a wide variety of economics or finance-related activities, or to pursue further research.

Highlights

Experience a warm and friendly learning environment with small group teaching allowing a high level of student-teacher interaction

Receive advanced training in essential elements of an Economics Masters degree (macroeconomics or microeconomics) combined with essential training in finance (investment analysis, corporate finance), supplemented by a wide variety of applications.

Prepare for jobs at a senior level in a wide range of areas: economics, finance, commerce, insurance, academia, diplomatic service and banking

Explore financial management, econometrics, corporate finance, portfolio management, and financial data analysis using Bloomberg tools

Take part in a live trading floor workshop with Amplify Trading, guided by two seasoned traders

Have the opportunity to obtain two certifications without additional costs: Bloomberg Market Concept (BMC) and Environmental Social and Governance (ESG)

Careers

There is a long-standing tradition of Finance graduates working in a wide variety of challenging and rewarding posts including:

academia

banking

commerce

diplomatic service

economics

finance

government

industry

insurance

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Investment Management

Econometric Methods and Applications

Applied Financial Econometrics

Macroeconomics

Microeconomics

Advanced Corporate Finance

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-06 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

St Andrews, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Economics Finance Taxation View 10 other Masters in Taxation in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A 2.1 Honours degree from a recognised UK university in Economics or Finance with a significant Economics component; or a 2.1 joint Honours in Economics and another subject that includes substantial training in microeconomics, macroeconometrics and econometrics. If you studied your first degree outside the UK, see the international entry requirements.

English language proficiency.

CV that includes your personal details with a history of your education and employment to date

a detailed personal statement which includes (1) an explanation of why you want to study the programme (2) why you want to enrol at St Andrews and (3) future career plans

one original signed academic reference

academic transcripts and degree certificates

Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

29990 GBP / year

≈ 29990 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

14850 GBP / year

≈ 14850 GBP / year

Living costs

Saint Andrews

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Finance and Economics.

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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

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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Living costs

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