Overview

Through the Accounting and Financial Management, programme offered by The University of Edinburgh you will explore innovative topics ranging from the role of technology, data, and decision-making, to the integration of sustainability principles.

Career opportunities:

Graduates from the MSc Accounting and Finance, now replaced with the updated MSc Accounting and Financial Management programme, have gone on to pursue job roles in areas like corporate finance, consulting, and investment. This page details career outcomes for past students of the MSc Accounting and Finance programme.

The success of our programme is seen in the career destinations of our graduates.

Respected by global employers, this Master’s degree offers a holistic learning experience featuring leading academics and real world insights.

Job titles include:

Accountant
Analyst
Assistant Manager
Associate
Audit Associate

Internal Auditor
Key Account Manager
Senior Consultant
Tax Analyst
Tax Auditor

Accreditation

Not only is the University of Edinburgh Business School part of a world renowned University, but it is also accredited by the three most influential business accreditation bodies:

the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
the EFMD Quality Improvement System (EQUIS)
the Association of MBAs (AMBA).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Quantitative Techniques for Finance

International Financial Reporting & Financial Markets

Blockchain, Governance and Policy

Financial Management & Control

International Climate Finance

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-09 00:00:00

More details

It is strongly recommended you apply as early as possible. Applications may close earlier than the published deadlines if there is exceptionally high demand.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

A UK first-class or 2:1 honours degree in one of the subjects below, or an equivalent overseas qualification.

An undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, financial management, or related discipline is normally required.

Applicants with an Honours degree in quantitative disciplines (e.g. economics or mathematics) or business studies will be considered if you can demonstrate a strong background in accounting and finance throughout your degree.

You should be able to demonstrate some evidence of mathematical ability.

Relevant work experience is not required but may increase your chances of acceptance.

Preference will be given to those with grades above the minimum requirements due to strong competition for places on this programme.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

38130 GBP / year

≈ 38130 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

26040 GBP / year

≈ 26040 GBP / year

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Living costs

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

725 - 1167 GBP / month

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

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Overview

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Accreditation

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Edinburgh

Funding

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