MSc Economics & Finance at University of Strathclyde

Programme overview

An MSc jointly delivered by the Departments of Economics and Accounting & Finance, training analysts to explain complex economic and financial issues in a globalised world. The Department of Economics is home to the Fraser of Allander Institute, which offers work placements, and the Business School is triple-accredited.

What you will study

Core modules include Accounting & Financial Analysis, Analysis of Economic Data, Fundamentals of Macroeconomics and Microeconomics, International Macroeconomics, Principles of Finance, Professional Development for Economists and a 40-credit summer research project, plus either Advanced Corporate Finance & Applications with Derivatives & Treasury Management, or Topics in Corporate Finance with Derivatives, and electives.

Career pathways

Graduates work as analysts, liquidity risk reporting analysts, credit officers and tax associates, at institutions such as JP Morgan, BankMuscat, PwC and Barclays Investment Bank, and in banks and management consultancies internationally.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum second-class Honours degree, or overseas equivalent, in economics, finance, business studies or management science; applications also welcome from candidates with strong career experience in a relevant field. English language (international applicants): IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 16,050 a year (2026/27). Full-time MSc rate (table row covers MSC/PGDIP); Scotland and rest of UK Source

International applicants: GBP 32,800 a year (2026/27). Full-time MSc rate (table row covers MSC/PGDIP) Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time

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