Economics and Mathematics MA (Hons)
Course Overview - Economics and Mathematics MA (Hons)
This combined programme complements the basic grounding in mathematical techniques provided within Economics, with a more thorough and rigorous development of mathematical principles.
Programme benefits
* Our economics staff make up one of the leading groups of economic theorists in Europe. We are the base for the Scottish Graduate Programme in Economics.
* The School of Economics receives consistently high ratings for academic standards, teaching and learning resources.
* You will join a vibrant learning community ...
This combined programme complements the basic grounding in mathematical techniques provided within Economics, with a more thorough and rigorous development of mathematical principles.<br/><br/><strong>Programme benefits</strong><br/><br/><br/>* Our economics staff make up one of the leading groups of economic theorists in Europe. We are the base for the Scottish Graduate Programme in Economics.<br/><br/><br/>* The School of Economics receives consistently high ratings for academic standards, teaching and learning resources.<br/><br/><br/>* You will join a vibrant learning community home to active and engaged student societies like the Economics Society and the Edinburgh University Trading and Investment Club.<br/><br/><br/>* Mathematics teaching at Edinburgh fosters interactive engagement that promotes long-term understanding. Teaching is enhanced by technology, including voting systems and online quizzes, and we actively encourage collaborative learning.<br/><br/><br/>* Employability skills are embedded in the curriculum.<br/><br/><br/>* The School of Mathematics has expertise in a variety of research areas, allowing you to tailor your degree to your area of mathematical interest.<br/>
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Central area campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
LG11
Institution Code
E56
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,A,A,A,A
AAAAA (achievement by end of S5 preferred). BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S5. Required subjects: Highers: Mathematics at A or Advanced Higher Mathematics at B. Higher Applications of Mathematics is not accepted in place of Higher Mathematics. Sixth-year work in Mathematics is recommended. Your Mathematics qualifications must have been achieved no more than two academic years prior to entry. National 5s: English at C.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
43
37
from 43 points with 766 at HL to 37 points with 666 at HL. Required subjects: HL: Mathematics (Analysis and approaches only) at 6. Your Mathematics qualifications must have been achieved no more than two academic years prior to entry. SL: English at 5.
A level
A*,A*,A*
A*,A,A
A*A*A* - A*AA. Required subjects: A levels: Mathematics at A*. Your Mathematics qualifications must have been achieved no more than two academic years prior to entry. GCSEs: English at C or 4.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1,820 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £29,600 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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