MA Economics
About this course
MA in Economics, focusing on microeconomics, macroeconomics, and applied economic problems. Core topics include Research Methods, Communication & Writing, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The programme culminates in an independent dissertation where students undertake a literature review and write a final analysis of up to 10,000 words.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBC IB: 32 points including 5, 5, 5 at HL. SL in English and SL in Mathematics are also required. SQA Highers: BBBB. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DMM in related subjects. Note: BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate (Subsidiary Diploma) achieved at Distinction level, is normally acceptable in lieu of one A Level at grade B.) GCSE English (or equivalent) is required at Grade C/4 or above. GCSE Mathematics at Grade C/4 is also required for Accountancy, Economics and Finance programmes. Irish Leaving Certificate: Five subjects at Higher at H3. O4 in Mathematics is also required.
What students say
Based on about 7 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 81%
- Learning opportunities: 80%
- Assessment and feedback: 63%
- Academic support: 79%
- Organisation and management: 92%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 83%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Administrative occupations: 20%
- Finance Professionals: 20%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 15%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 35%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 35 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- West Midlands: 5%
- London: 30%
- South East: 5%
- Scotland: 55%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Modules
- The Economics of Business and Society
- The Global Economy
- Academic Writing for Business
- Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen
- Intermediate Microeconomics
- Intermediate Macroeconomics
- Building Skills and Experience for Career Success
- Economics Dissertation
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MA Economics at University of Aberdeen earn?
The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £31,000 after 3 years, £40,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £32,000 and £54,500. The £40,500 median after five years is £8,000 less than the UK median for Economics.
What do graduates of MA Economics at University of Aberdeen do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MA Economics at University of Aberdeen?
81% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MA Economics at University of Aberdeen?
The typical offer is BBC at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 158 UCAS points.
Does MA Economics at University of Aberdeen include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on MA Economics at University of Aberdeen?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.