Economics/Psychology (SocSci) 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. Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behaviour. It is about understanding how people think, act, react and interact; and how this understanding can help us, as psychologists, help people on an individual basis but also help address wider societal issues through academic endeavours and professional practice. <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 bring together expertise in experimental psychology, cognitive science and cognitive neuroscience in order to advance the understanding of human and animal behaviour. <br/><br/>Our students enjoy an active social life, much of which revolves around the Psychology Society. Away days, evening events and team building exercises are held at various times throughout the year, at different levels. <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. Psychologists are probably best known for their work in the health and education services but psychology graduates can be found in almost any area of life. <br/><br/>A psychology degree opens up a wide range of career paths including educational, health, clinical, occupational psychology and counselling. <br/><br/>Increasingly graduates are also progressing to successful careers in allied fields such as data skills, teaching, social robotics & artificial intelligence and child & adolescent mental health professions, in addition to research and teaching careers in higher education.