About MA (hons) Economics (accelerated) in Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh

Economics is the study of how individuals, firms and governments make choices, and how these choices determine the way in which resources are distributed across society. It helps us understand and improve decision-making for ourselves, organisations and societies, and it throws light on issues as diverse as the environment, unemployment, inflation, poverty, globalisation and trade. This degree will give you the skills to investigate, analyse and answer such questions.

Entry requirements

• Year 1

• A-level  ABB - AAA including Maths, OR A-level ABB -AAA including one of Accounting, Business, Economics AND AS Level Maths at C.
• Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)  DDD in relevant subject (Accountancy, Business, Economics, Finance preferred).
• Advanced Higher  BB with AABB at Higher to include Maths
• International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme  34 points  including Maths or Economics at Higher Level 5.
• Scottish HND  Pass HND (Accounting or Business) with BB in graded units.

• We operate contextual admissions defined by our Fair Access Policy which may mean entry requirements are flexible. We accept a wide range of other qualifications from the UK, Europe and International countries. Please contact the Admissions Officer for the programme for further information on the entry requirements for these.

  Year 2

• Advanced Highers BB (AAAB at Higher to include Maths or AAAB plus Maths Higher C)
• A-Levels ABB (at least one of the following preferred: Accounting, Business or Economics and AS Level Maths C)
• Int. Baccalaureate 34 points (including Maths or Economics at Higher Level 5)
• HND BB in graded units (Accounting or Business required)
• BTEC DDD
• Global College Successful completion of Bachelors Degree Accelerator Foundation - Accounting, Economics and Business Management

Heriot-Watt University Highlights

Heriot-Watt University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

International students applying through UCAS can find their exact tuition expenses by submitting the Fee Status Enquiry form. The cost of living will be determined by the course opted as well as the applicant's nationality. Edinburgh has a comparatively lower cost than other UK cities. Estimate cost of living on and off-campus for UK Campuses is tabulated below: 

Living in a rented flat may vary according to the type of accommodation and facilities being availed. The estimated monthly cost including food and travel is £923.