Economics and Statistics
The University of EdinburghUndergraduate MA (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Accounting and financeEconomicsMathematics and statistics
A-Level Entry
A*AA
Avg. Graduate Salary
£35,500
About this course
Statistical techniques are an important tool if you are interested in economic theory (for example, risk management and finance) or applied economic analysis (econometrics).
This joint programme will provide you with a thorough and rigorous understanding of statistical principles. This complements the basic grounding in statistical techniques provided within our economics programme.
Who is this programme for?
This programme is suitable if you are interested in pursuing a relatively technical career in areas such as finance and insurance (including actuarial work). It may also appeal if you would like to proceed to graduate study of economics.
Entry Requirements
A-Level Grades A*AA
Scottish Higher AAAAA
Career Prospects
Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:
2134 Programmers and software development professionals
4124 Finance officers
2433 Actuaries, economists and statisticians
2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers
2431 Management consultants and business analysts
2421 Chartered and certified accountants
Course Details
- Qualification
- Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 4 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Edinburgh
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Accounting and finance, Economics, Mathematics and statistics
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £35,500