MA Finance
About this course
MA in Accounting and Finance, an applied programme focused on the global financial services sector. Core topics include Financial Analysis, Accounting, and the Economy. The programme spans four years and provides access to the university's Bloomberg Finance Lab for practical training alongside academic study.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBC IB: 29 points Highers: AABB (over two sittings) BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM HNC: B in graded unit HND: BB (BBB where HND includes 3 graded units)
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What students say
Based on about 11 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 75%
- Learning opportunities: 92%
- Assessment and feedback: 86%
- Academic support: 85%
- Organisation and management: 77%
- Learning resources: 95%
- Student voice: 87%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 15%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 20 graduates, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- London: 15%
- South East: 5%
- Scotland: 60%
- Northern Ireland: 10%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 60%
- A degree: 25%
- Other HE qualification: 15%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Recognised by the Chartered Financial Analyst Institute (CFA).
Modules
- Critical Academic Skills
- Management in a Global Context
- The Economy
- Introduction to Accounting
- Becoming a Professional
- Introductory Finance
- Sustainable Business
- Introduction to Economic and Financial Analysis
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MA Finance at Heriot-Watt University earn?
The median salary is £31,000 after 3 years, £39,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £30,500 and £58,500. The £39,500 median after five years is £3,500 more than the UK median for Finance.
Are students happy with the teaching on MA Finance at Heriot-Watt University?
75% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MA Finance at Heriot-Watt University?
The typical offer is BBC at A level, or 29 points in the IB. The average entrant had 141 UCAS points.
Is MA Finance at Heriot-Watt University accredited?
Yes. Recognised by the Chartered Financial Analyst Institute (CFA).
Does MA Finance at Heriot-Watt University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on MA Finance at Heriot-Watt University?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.