Overview

The Accounting and Finance programme offered by University of St Andrews introduces you to the foundations and advanced analytical techniques of Accounting and Corporate Finance. It will equip you for future careers in either of these in-demand professions across all industrial sectors.

Key Facts

As part of your studies you will:

develop deeper knowledge of the theory and practice of modern accounting and finance
learn from the research and the expertise of globally respected academics and business executives through the Centre for Social and Environmental Accounting Research (CSEAR) and the Centre for Responsible Banking and Finance (CRBF)
access the Bloomberg Trading Suite and experience dynamic learning via real time streaming of data
take part in AmplifyMe University Pathways, immersive online finance simulations in trading, investment banking and quantitative finance
have the opportunity to specialise in FinTech or Sustainable Finance through option modules and your dissertation

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Corporate Governance
Portfolio Management
Sustainable Finance
Financial Technology (FinTech)
Behavioural Finance Financial Systems
International Financial Management

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

Finance Accounting View 680 other Masters in Finance in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A 2.1 undergraduate Honours degree in a quantitative subject such as economics, mathematics or any science subject from the UK or the equivalent international qualification.
Business/management graduates whose studies included quantitative subjects, as well as applicants from other disciplines may also be considered. Please note this programme is not suitable for applicants who have an undergraduate qualification in accountancy, other courses offered in the Business School may be more suitable.
Applicants with relevant professional experience are welcome to apply. The University may take this experience into account when evaluating applications.
CV
personal statement explaining why you have chosen the programme, why this subject is important to you and why you have applied to study at the University of St Andrews in particular (500 words)
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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Non-residents

31450 GBP / year

≈ 31450 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

15590 GBP / year

≈ 15590 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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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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Funding

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