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MA Interdisciplinary Futures

University of Edinburgh

About this course

MA (Hons) in Interdisciplinary Futures, an undergraduate degree focused on addressing complex global challenges through collaborative problem-solving. Students examine issues related to sustainability, inequality, global health, and conflict across various academic perspectives. The programme includes an optional year abroad.

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Institution
University of Edinburgh
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Interdisciplinary Studies
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
FIA1
Typical offer
A-level ABB, IB 34
Median salary
£27,000 after 5 years

Entry requirements

A level: ABB (required: no specific A level subjects required) IB: 34 points with 655 at HL

Do students stay on the course?

Based on about 30 students who started

  • Continued on course: 95%
  • Left higher education: 5%

Where graduates work (5 years on)

Based on about 35 graduates, across similar courses at this university

  • North West: 5%
  • Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
  • London: 10%
  • South East: 5%
  • South West: 5%
  • Scotland: 75%
  • Northern Ireland: 5%

Who gets in

Based on about 40 students who started

  • A levels: 60%
  • Baccalaureate: 10%
  • Access course: 5%
  • Other HE qualification: 10%
  • No formal qualifications: 10%

Questions about this course

How much do graduates of MA Interdisciplinary Futures at University of Edinburgh earn?

The median salary is £24,000 after 3 years, £27,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,000 and £34,500. The £27,000 median after five years is £7,500 less than the UK median for Combined, general or negotiated studies.

What grades do I need for MA Interdisciplinary Futures at University of Edinburgh?

The typical offer is ABB at A level, or 34 points in the IB. The average entrant had 181 UCAS points.

Does MA Interdisciplinary Futures at University of Edinburgh include a placement year or year abroad?

The course has an optional year abroad.

How many students continue on MA Interdisciplinary Futures at University of Edinburgh?

95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.