Energy, Economics and Finance

University of Aberdeen
Postgraduate MSc (Econ) Full-time 12 Months Business and management studies

About this course

The MSc Energy Economics and Finance is a programme both intellectually challenging and provides the career-ready credentials that are essential to increase your appeal with employers within an energy economics context.

The University of Aberdeen is an established leader in teaching and research in the fields of energy and economics. Our MSc Energy, Economics and Finance builds on the Business School’s considerable strength in these fields. The programme incorporates significant input from the energy industry via active engagement with professional practice, multi-nationals and government agencies. With a recognised world expert in Energy Economics, Professor Alexander Kemp OBE, actively teaching on the programme.

The MSc Energy, Economics and Finance is for anyone keen to understand the energy industry, how decisions are taken, and policies made. It’s designed for energy professionals looking for a recognised path to career progression, or for anyone who wants to begin a successful career in the energy industry.

Our Business School is home to two very relevant and internationally recognised research centres: the Aberdeen Centre for Research in Energy Economics and Finance and the Scottish Experimental Economic Laboratory. Former students have worked with organisations such as the Scottish Government, BP and Total to create their dissertations.

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2431 Management consultants and business analysts
1121 Production managers and directors in manufacturing
1132 Marketing, sales and advertising directors
1150 Managers and directors in retail and wholesale
2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
2432 Marketing and commercial managers

Course Details

Qualification
MSc (Econ)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
12 Months
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Aberdeen
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Business and management studies