Accounting and Finance (MSc)
St Andrews, United Kingdom
MSc
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2027
TUITION FEES
EUR 15,590 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* Rest of the world: £31,450
Key Summary
About: The MSc in Accounting and Finance at The University of St Andrews introduces foundations and advanced analytical techniques in accounting and corporate finance. You'll study theory and practice, access the Bloomberg Trading Suite, join immersive AmplifyMe pathways, and learn from CSEAR and CRBF faculty. Option modules let you specialize in FinTech or Sustainable Finance and your dissertation reinforces skills in financial modeling, forecasting, management accounting, diagnostics and decision making for corporate finance and financial analysis.
Career Outcomes: Graduates enter roles in banking, consulting, audit, investment banking, asset management, corporate finance and FinTech. Employers include Citibank, EY, Microsoft, Morgan Stanley.
Why study this course?
This course introduces you to the foundations and advanced analytical techniques of Accounting and Corporate Finance. It will equip you for future careers in either of these in-demand professions across all industrial sectors.
Highlights
As part of your studies you will:
- develop deeper knowledge of the theory and practice of modern accounting and finance
- learn from the research and the expertise of globally respected academics and business executives through the Centre for Social and Environmental Accounting Research (CSEAR) and the Centre for Responsible Banking and Finance (CRBF)
- access the Bloomberg Trading Suite and experience dynamic learning via real time streaming of data
- take part in AmplifyMe University Pathways, immersive online finance simulations in trading, investment banking and quantitative finance
- have the opportunity to specialise in FinTech or Sustainable Finance through option modules and your dissertation
- develop key industry skills including:
- current techniques in financial and management accounting
- conceptual and analytical methods for sound financial decision making
- modelling, forecasting and diagnostics
The St Andrews degree structure is designed to be flexible. You study compulsory modules delivering core learning together with optional modules you choose from the list available that year.
You will take four compulsory modules for the MSc. Each compulsory module typically comprises:
- 20 lecture contact hours
- 5 or 10 contact hours for seminars, workshops, and tutorials
- intensive independent study
If you choose not to complete the dissertation requirement for the MSc, there is an exit award available that allows suitably qualified candidates to receive a postgraduate diploma (PGDip) instead, finishing the course at the end of the second semester of study.
Course information may change. Module information and course content, teaching and assessment may change each year and after you have accepted your offer to study at the University of St Andrews. We display the most up-to-date information possible, but this could be from a previous academic year. For the latest module information, see the module catalogue.
Scholarships and funding
We are committed to supporting you through your studies, regardless of your financial circumstances. You may be eligible for scholarships, discounts or other support, such as:
- Jane M Klausman Women in Business Scholarship
- GREAT Scholarship
- St Andrews Sanctuary Scholarship
- St Leonard's funding opportunities
- Graduate discount (15% off tuition fees)
Graduates from Finance Masters programmes in the Business School have taken up roles in a wide variety of organisations in the public and private sectors, including:
- Citibank
- EY
- Microsoft
- Morgan Stanley
Industry connections
The Masters Extra (MX) is a programme of events focused on careers and personal and professional development, designed specifically for taught Master's students in the University of St Andrews Business School. The series of talks, workshops, networking opportunities and activities includes guest lectures from entrepreneurs, experienced managers, and leading researchers.
Trading workshop
In collaboration with AmplifyMe, a leading global financial trading and training firm, you will have the exclusive opportunity to participate in online immersive finance simulation courses.
Bloomberg Trading Suite
You will also benefit from accessing the Bloomberg Trading Suite, an invaluable resource that facilitates dynamic learning through real time streaming of data. This is used in modules throughout the programme.
Community
The Management Society, a student-led organisation, hosts a broad range of activities, both subject-related and social. The University also has a number of other student societies relating to the management discipline.
Alumni
As a graduate of St Andrews, you become part of a prestigious and globally connected alumni community. This lifelong membership offers access to career services, networking opportunities, and exclusive resources. Engaging with the University's worldwide alumni network ensures you remain connected to St Andrews, no matter where your career takes you.