Economics/Philosophy MA (Hons)

In studying economics you will learn how individuals and society make choices about how scarce resources are used, what products are produced and who gets to consume them. These choices depend on evaluating costs, benefits, risks and effects on others. Philosophy is the systematic attempt to arrive at clear answers to profound questions about issues such as knowledge, life, morality, science and human nature using reason and argument. <br/><br/><strong>Why study this course at the University of Glasgow?</strong> <br/><br/>You will gain a deep understanding of how markets function and you will have the opportunity to explore fields such as government policy, developing countries, the economics of business and international trade and finance. <br/><br/>Coupled with a diverse, inclusive community and access to cutting-edge resources, our programme empowers you to analyse and address real-world economic challenges, preparing you for impactful careers in a range of industries. The Adam Smith Business School is tripled accredited. Triple-crown accreditation signals the Adam Smith Business School meets the highest global standards in education and research. This recognition validates the quality of education provided and enhances graduates’ employability, placing us in the top league of international business schools. We host reading parties for students, usually in the Highlands, and have a flourishing undergraduate Philosophy Society. <br/><br/><strong>Career Prospects?</strong> <br/><br/>Our graduates develop skills in research, analysis, communication, teamworking, decision making and problem solving. Recent graduates have been employed, among many other organisations, by: <br/><br/>EY <br/><br/>Morgan Stanley <br/><br/>Shell <br/><br/>Scottish Government <br/><br/>National Australia Group Europe <br/><br/>Hays plc. You will develop transferable skills and attributes which will be valuable in your future career. These include the ability to evaluate arguments and interpret texts, the facility to be analytical, the skill to think and write clearly and precisely, and the capacity to question assumptions. <br/><br/>Some of our graduates go on to study for postgraduate degrees in Philosophy and to teach in universities. Examples of recent destinations for Philosophy graduates include: <br/><br/>Hydrogen Group (recruitment consultant) <br/><br/>Hopscotch Films (TV researcher) <br/><br/>The Guardian (audience editor) <br/><br/>Civil Service fast track (Treasury and MoD).