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Course start

September 2027

Duration

Four years full time

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Why study this course?

The MA (Hons) in Economics provides a structured, cumulative and rigorous foundation in economic concepts, principles, analysis, techniques and knowledge. You will develop your analytical and decision-making abilities through training in quantitative and model-based methods of analysis.

Students studying economics at St Andrews have the opportunity to focus on macroeconomics, choice theory, international economics and development, game theory, competition and innovation, and climate change.

Course details

The MA in Economics is a four-year course run by the University of St Andrews Business School.

In the first two years, you will build a solid foundation in the general knowledge of economics. This includes an introduction to the principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics; an insight into quantitative techniques; and developing an understanding of economic relationships and the techniques necessary for their analysis.

At Honours level, students may select modules from a range of options on specific topics. These provide an analytical understanding of key aspects of finance, economics and government policy formation.

Specialist subject areas may include:

behavioural economics

corporate finance

econometrics

economic growth

economic history

economics of labour

economics of migration

experimental economics

health and education

macroeconomic policy

policy impact evaluation

portfolio management

Alongside economics, in the first year of your studies, you will be required to study another two subjects. In the second year you will usually carry on at least one of these subjects, sometimes two. Find out more about how academic years are organised.

The University of St Andrews operates on a flexible modular degree system by which degrees are obtained through the accumulation of credits.

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“I was attracted to the combination of quantitative and qualitative elements in the subject – microeconomics has a strong mathematical foundation, while macroeconomics and economic history involve essay assignments. I appreciated the flexibility in sub-honours as I studied Economics and Psychology for my first two years and additionally took modules in Management and Comparative Literature in my first year.”

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How it's taught

Teaching

First and second-year modules generally involve a series of lectures (200 to 500 students), laboratories and small-group tutorials (15 to 20 students) designed to facilitate effective interaction.

At Honours level, modules are taught through lectures (10 to 170 students) and smaller group tutorials (10 to 20 students). Students typically attend six hours of lectures a week and three hours of tutorials or labs biweekly.

When not attending lectures, tutorials and laboratories, you will be expected to continue learning independently through self-study. Typically, this will involve:

working on individual and group projects

undertaking research in the library

preparing coursework assignments and presentations

preparing for examinations

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Assessment

Progress is monitored through tutorial assignments and assessment is by a combination of graded work and examinations. Almost all of the modules are assessed by at least 50% written exams with the balance of assessment made up by coursework.

Examinations are held at the end of each semester during a dedicated exam diet with revision time provided beforehand.

Coursework takes the form of essays, along with other kinds of assessed work including oral presentations and class tests.

The School aims to provide feedback on assessments and coursework within three weeks to help you improve on future assessments.

Undergraduates at the University of St Andrews must achieve at least 7.0 on the St Andrews 20-point grade scale to pass a module. To gain access to Honours-level modules, students must achieve the relevant requisites as specified in the policy on entry to Honours and in the relevant programme requirements. To find out the classification equivalent of points, please see the common reporting scale.

You will be taught by a research-led teaching team with expertise and knowledge of economics. Postgraduate research students who have undertaken teacher training may also contribute to the teaching of tutorials under the supervision of the module coordinator.

The University's services and support teams can help students with additional needs resulting from disabilities, long-term medical conditions or learning disabilities, as well as many other difficulties and challenges students might face while studying.

In the first two years of your degree (known as sub-honours), you will take the required modules in economics alongside modules in at least one other subject.

Typically, you will take a total of three modules per semester each year.

Course information may change. Module information and course content, teaching and assessment may change each year and after you have accepted your offer to study at the University of St Andrews. We display the most up-to-date information possible, but this could be from a previous academic year. For the latest module information, see the module catalogue.

First year

Macroeconomics: Provides an introduction to macroeconomics, focusing on the behaviour and performance of the economy as a whole and examines key concepts, frameworks, and policy approaches used to analyse economic activity and outcomes.

Microeconomics: explores the basics of the market system and consumer and producer behaviour.

Second year

Intermediate Macroeconomics: explores theories of the determinants of long-run economic growth and theories of the causes of short-run “business-cycle” fluctuations.

Intermediate Microeconomics: deepens the general understanding of microeconomics gained in first year.

Mathematics for Economists: covers calculus and algebra to provide indispensable mathematical tools for modern economists.

Statistics for Economists: introduces statistical methods and regression analysis.

If you decide to take Economics in your third and fourth years, you can choose from a wide variety of advanced options. Single-Honours students are required to take Econometrics.

Here is a sample of Honours modules which have been offered in previous years:

Econometrics (compulsory)

Behavioural Economics: Individual Decisions and Welfare

Development Economics

Economic Fluctuations

Economics of the Environment

European Macroeconomics

Game Theory

Health Economics

Incentives, Contracts and Markets

Innovation Economics

International Trade

Mathematical Economics

Public Economics

Topics in Economic History

In fourth year, students may also undertake a dissertation or research project on a topic of their choice. This independent project enables you to develop key research skills which are desired by both prospective employers and by graduate schools offering postgraduate degrees.

Fees and funding

Scotland: Tuition fees are yet to be confirmed by the Scottish Government.

England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands, Isle of Man: £10,050 (yet to be confirmed by the UK Government)

EU and overseas: £34,910

More information on tuition fees can be found on the undergraduate fees and funding page.

Accommodation fees

Find out about accommodation fees for University accommodation.

Funding and scholarships

The University of St Andrews offers a number of scholarships and support packages to undergraduate students each year.

Entry requirements

The University offers different entry requirements, depending on your background. Find out more about

Standard, Minimum and Gateway entry requirements using academic entry explained and see which entry requirements you need to look at using the entry requirements indicator.

For degrees combining more than one subject, the subject with the higher entry requirements determines the grades you need. You will also need to meet any further subject-specific entry requirements as outlined on their pages.

SQA Highers

Standard entry grades:

Minimum entry grades:

Gateway entry grades:

Applicants who have narrowly missed the minimum entry grades, but meet the University's contextual criteria, may be interested in one of the University’s Gateway programmes.

GCE A-Levels

IB points

38 (HL 6,6,6)

36 (HL 6,5,5)

General entry requirements

All applicants must have attained the following qualifications, or equivalent, in addition to the specific entry requirements for individual programmes.

SQA qualifications

SQA National 5 (B) in English and one SQA National 5 (B) from the following:

Chemistry

Computing science

Geography

Applications of Mathematics

Mathematics

Psychology.

GCSE qualifications

GCSE (5) in English language or English literature, and one GCSE (5) from the following:

Computing Science

Other qualifications

We accept a wide range of qualifications for entry on to our programmes. Please see our entry requirements for more information.

More information on how to apply via other entry routes or accreditation of prior learning and experience can be found on the University's entry requirements web page.

Do I need to have studied this subject before?

No previous experience in this subject is required, but advanced school mathematics is an advantage, and an ability to learn mathematical skills is essential.

Alternative study options

Students interested in this course may also be interested in the following:

Economics is available as both a Bachelor of Science (BSc) and a Master of Arts (MA) degree. The content of the subjects is the same irrespective of Faculty. Students who have a background in the arts or who wish to study Economics alongside Art subjects at St Andrews should apply for the MA. For those interested in studying Economics alongside Science subjects, the BSc in Economics may be of interest instead. The entry requirements are the same for all single Honours Economics degrees, and the chance of receiving an offer is the same for each of these degrees.

Study abroad

Economics students can apply to participate in the University-wide St Andrews Abroad programme. You may also have the opportunity to participate in the School Abroad exchange programme. For information about study abroad options, please see the study abroad site.

International applicants

If English is not your first language, you will need to provide an English language test score to evidence your English language ability.

Joint Honours degrees

You can also take Economics as part of a joint Honours degree in which you will take core modules of your chosen subjects.

Course name

Arabic and Economics (With Integrated Year Abroad)

Bachelor of Science (Honours) Biology and Economics

Bachelor of Science (Honours) Computer Science and Economics

Bachelor of Science (Honours) Economics and Geography

Bachelor of Science (Honours) Economics and Management

Bachelor of Science (Honours) Economics and Mathematics

Bachelor of Science (Honours) Economics and Psychology

Bachelor of Science (Honours) Economics and Statistics

Bachelor of Science (Honours) Economics and Sustainable Development

Bachelor of Science (Honours) Financial Economics and Management

Bachelor of Science (Honours) Financial Economics and Mathematics

Chinese Studies and Economics (With Integrated Year Abroad)

Economics and German (With Integrated Year Abroad)

Economics and Italian (With Integrated Year Abroad)

Economics and Russian (With Integrated Year Abroad)

Economics and Spanish (With Integrated Year Abroad)

Master of Arts (Honours) Ancient History and Economics

Master of Arts (Honours) Arabic and Economics

Master of Arts (Honours) Biblical Studies and Economics

Master of Arts (Honours) Chinese Studies and

Master of Arts (Honours) Economics and English

Master of Arts (Honours) Economics and Film Studies

Master of Arts (Honours) Economics and Geography

Master of Arts (Honours) Economics and German

Master of Arts (Honours) Economics and International Relations

Master of Arts (Honours) Economics and Italian

Master of Arts (Honours) Economics and Management

Master of Arts (Honours) Economics and Mathematics

Master of Arts (Honours) Economics and Medieval History

Master of Arts (Honours) Economics and Middle East Studies

Master of Arts (Honours) Economics and Modern History

Master of Arts (Honours) Economics and Persian

Master of Arts (Honours) Economics and Philosophy

Master of Arts (Honours) Economics and Psychology

Master of Arts (Honours) Economics and Russian

Master of Arts (Honours) Economics and Social Anthropology

Master of Arts (Honours) Economics and Spanish

Master of Arts (Honours) Economics and Statistics

Master of Arts (Honours) Economics and Sustainable Development

Master of Arts (Honours) Financial Economics and Management

Master of Arts (Honours) Financial Economics and Mathematics

Joint degrees taken with Arabic, Chinese Studies, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish are also available 'With Integrated Year Abroad'.

Additional joint degree options are available for students who take the BSc in Economics.

"With" degrees

You can take Economics as part of a "with" Honours degree in which the majority of the course deals with the first name subject. St Andrews offers the following "with" degrees in Economics:

Economics with German (With Integrated Year Abroad) - UCAS code L1RF

Economics with Russian (With Integrated Year Abroad) - UCAS code L1RR

Economics with Spanish (With Integrated Year Abroad) - UCAS code L1RL

Master of Arts (Honours) Economics with German - UCAS code L1R2

Master of Arts (Honours) Economics with Russian - UCAS code L1RT

Master of Arts (Honours) Economics with Social Anthropology - UCAS code L1L6

Master of Arts (Honours) Economics with Spanish - UCAS code L1RK

"With" degrees taken with German, Russian, Spanish are also available 'With Integrated Year Abroad'.

Graduates with a degree in economics have some highly sought-after skills and pursue careers in a wide variety of fields. A degree in economics will greatly enhance your analytic and decision-making abilities. You will significantly improve your quantitative abilities and greatly enhance other transferable skills highly valued by employers.

Popular career destinations among recent graduates include:

economic consulting

management consulting

accountancy

business intelligence analysis

broadcasting and journalism

risk management

research analysis

financial services analysis

stockbroking

The Careers Centre offers one-to-one advice to all students as well as a programme of events to assist students to build their employability skills.

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