Overview

The Energy Policy and Finance degree at University of St Andrews provides students with the knowledge, skills, and ways of thinking necessary to help shape better energy futures.

Key Features

Over the course of this one-year masters programme, guided by world-class research leaders from the University of St Andrews, students will:

investigate energy circumstances and inequalities, particularly in the context of energy transitions climate responsibilities

explore energy and climate change policy in historical and socio-political contexts, and develop skills in engaging with policy realm and conducting policy evaluation

develop critical understanding of energy finance, and practical skills in financial analysis as it applies to energy markets and energy policy

design and deliver an independent research project

The course will be of particular value if you are looking to follow a career in energy policy, energy governance, energy industries and energy finance, or if you are planning to go into further energy-related research.

Careers

The University of St Andrews’ global reputation makes its graduates highly valued by employers. Energy Policy and Finance is a fast-growing area of research and students graduating from this programme will be well placed to undertake further research in the UK and overseas.

There is a substantial demand from industry and government for graduates who have had the kind of training this programme provides and acquired the necessary skills in ethical awareness and environmental sustainability.

In addition to broadening your subject knowledge and applying established techniques of research and enquiry, you will develop and demonstrate essential skills including:

critical thinking and creativity

analysis, evaluation and appraisal

problem solving and decision making

personal leadership and project management

interpersonal communication and team working

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Energy Inequalities and Climate Responsibilities

Energy Markets and Finance

Energy and Climate Change Policy

Dissertation project

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 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, Online

Campus Location

St Andrews, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A 2.1 Honours undergraduate degree. If you studied your first degree outside the UK, see the international entry requirements.

English language proficiency. See English language tests and qualifications.

Applicants disciplinary backgrounds may include but are not limited to:Politics, Public Policy, Sociology, Geography, Management, Engineering, Economics & Finance, Business, International Relations and Anthropology.

Quantitative computation and analysis are some of the key components of the programme. Students are expected to have good numerical skills. Pre-sessional online training will be provided to support skills development with a focus on quantitative computational methods.

A CV.

A personal statement of purpose.

Two original signed references.

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

29990 GBP / year

≈ 29990 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

14850 GBP / year

≈ 14850 GBP / year

Additional Details

Tuition is for last 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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