MSc Behavioural Science at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

An interdisciplinary Masters run by the Adam Smith Business School and the School of Psychology & Neuroscience, combining economics, business, finance, psychology and neuroscience. It offers a Business Track and a Science Track and uses the Glasgow Experimental Lab.

Department: Adam Smith Business School and School of Psychology & Neuroscience | Duration: 12 months full-time | Intake: September | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core courses include Introduction to Behavioural Economics, Advanced Topics in Behavioural Economics, Econometrics, Introduction to Neuroscience and Neuroscience of Decision Making, with optional courses such as Behavioural Finance, Neuroeconomics and Behavioural Economics for Sustainability. Each track requires at least 60 credits from its home school.

Career pathways

Sectors include finance, consulting, technology, healthcare, marketing, government and sustainability; roles include Behavioural Insights Consultant, Policy Analyst, Market Research Analyst and Customer Insights Analyst.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in any subject. A personal statement of up to 500 words stating the chosen track (Business or Science), reasons for applying and expected benefit is required. For applicants from non-majority English-speaking countries: IELTS Academic 7.0 overall with no subtest below 6.5 (other tests accepted; test must be within 2 years 5 months of programme start). Applications: international and EU applicants apply in rounds, the last round closing 8 July 2027 (September 2027 entry); UK applicants by 24 August 2027.

Domestic applicants: GBP 13,092 a year (2027/28). Home & RUK. Source

International applicants: GBP 31,515 a year (2027/28). International & EU. Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time

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