MA Economics and Statistics
About this course
MA (Hons) in Economics and Statistics, a degree centred on economics, mathematics and statistics. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, and Mathematical Modelling. The programme spans four years with compulsory economics and mathematics study integrated throughout. The first year covers foundational concepts through Economics 1A, Economics 1B, Introduction to Mathematics at University, and Introduction to Data Science. The second year progresses with Economics 2A, Economics 2B, Linear Algebra 2, and Elementary Probability and Statistics. Later stages introduce advanced study across economic theory and mathematical topics, including Topics in Microeconomics, Essentials of Econometrics, Topics in Macroeconomics, and Probability and Measure Theory.
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Entry requirements
A level: from A*A*A* to A*AA (required: Mathematics at A*) IB: from 40 points with 766 at HL to 37 points with 666 at HL
Admissions (2022 entry, home applicants)
Offer rate 31%: 5 offers from 16 applications, from the university's Freedom of Information return.
What students say
Based on about 12 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 87%
- Learning opportunities: 68%
- Assessment and feedback: 77%
- Academic support: 96%
- Organisation and management: 100%
- Learning resources: 90%
- Student voice: 82%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 35 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 13%
- Further study: 8%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 25%
- Information Technology Professionals: 20%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 15%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 140 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- West Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 2%
- London: 54%
- South East: 8%
- South West: 1%
- Scotland: 29%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 85%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
- No formal qualifications: 10%
Modules
- Economics 1A (20 credits)
- Economics 1B (20 credits)
- Introduction to Mathematics at University
- Introduction to Mathematical Analysis
- Linear Algebra 1
- Introduction to Data Science, where you will learn to collect and explore data, before using models and predictions to make rigorous conclusions.
- Fundamentals of Algebra and Calculus is an online, introductory course that provides extra preparation in key topics from advanced high school level mathematics and further supports your transition to university.
- Economics 2A (20 credits)
- Economics 2B (20 credits)
- Linear Algebra 2
- Elementary Probability and Statistics
- Further Analysis and Several Variable Calculus
- Topics in Microeconomics
- Essentials of Econometrics
- Applications of Econometrics
- Topics in Macroeconomics
- Statistics
- Topology
- Algebra
- Analysis
- Operational Research
- Differential Equations
- Numerical Analysis
- Probability and Measure Theory
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MA Economics and Statistics at University of Edinburgh earn?
The median salary is £36,000 after 15 months, £38,000 after 3 years, £55,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £45,500 and £73,500. The £55,500 median after five years is £12,500 more than the UK median for Statistics.
What do graduates of MA Economics and Statistics at University of Edinburgh do next?
86% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MA Economics and Statistics at University of Edinburgh?
87% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MA Economics and Statistics at University of Edinburgh?
The typical offer is A*AA at A level, or 40 points in the IB. The average entrant had 196 UCAS points.
What is the offer rate for MA Economics and Statistics at University of Edinburgh?
31% of home applicants received an offer for 2022 entry: 5 offers from 16 applications, according to the university's Freedom of Information return.
Does MA Economics and Statistics at University of Edinburgh include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on MA Economics and Statistics at University of Edinburgh?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.