Over the last 600 years, the University of St Andrews has established a reputation as one of the world’s leading teaching centres. Today, we offer a flexible degree structure based on your choice of subject specialism, creating an environment which nurtures inquisitive minds and a culture of shared learning.

Over the last 600 years, the University of St Andrews has established a reputation as one of the world’s leading teaching centres. Today, we offer a flexible degree structure based on your choice of subject specialism, creating an environment which nurtures inquisitive minds and a culture of shared learning.

This popular joint programme combines two core social science disciplines.

You will discover many potentially creative tensions between the two disciplines, which reflect the different modes of analysis traditionally used in economics and political science.

The traditional links between economics and political science have been strengthened in recent years by the rapidly growing research programme into new political economy.

Our joint programme exploits these links and tensions through a wide variety of optional honours courses.

Develop ground-breaking technology to protect and enhance people’s lives.

Why Computer Science at Strathclyde?
Accredited by the British Computer Society.
Develop the in-depth understanding of computer science required to develop state of the art computing systems.
Acquire excellent practical skills alongside theoretical understanding.
Participating in industry-linked projects.
Gain analytical, design and communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

Your Career
Our graduates enter a range of companies. Many are employed by leading companies within the computing and financial sectors while others act...

This Professional Graduate Diploma in Education is for graduates wishing to enter the teaching profession in Scotland at secondary level. The one-year programme is the Scottish route to qualified teacher status. We aim to prepare you for the range of roles that teachers are expected to play: a competent, reflective classroom practitioner; a collaborator who contributes to the wider informal curriculum of the school; a subject specialist and curriculum developer; and a teacher in society, whether building strong relationships with parents or contributing to national policy debates. The 36-week secondary programme is divided equally between University- based and school-based activities.

In MA Classics and English Language, you will combine the study of:

* ancient Greek language and literature

* a linguistics-based approach to the study of the English language

The study of Greek will give you access to one of the world's great literatures. You will read foundational texts of the western tradition in their original language, including:

* epics

* tragedy

* philosophy

* history

This will complement your studies in linguistics. This means you...

Gaelic Studies and Politics at Aberdeen combines all the advantages of the of in-depth study of the language, literature and culture of Scotland’s oldest language – as a native speaker or complete beginner. The programme adds an in-depth focus on the role of politics, different political systems, and how democracy interacts and influences economies. You will be ideally suited to a career in politics, media or business and with skills transferable to many other sectors of employment.

We have been teaching Scottish Gaelic (Gàidhlig) and culture for a hundred years, led by teachers and researchers passionate about...

Bridge the gap between business, mathematics and statistics.

Why Mathematics, Statistics & Business Analysis at Strathclyde?
Develop mathematical and statistical expertise along with the opportunity to broaden your skills in business.
Mathematics, Statistics & Accounting is fully accredited by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland.
Economists with training in the use of mathematical models and techniques are in demand.
The Mathematics, Statistics & Finance degree provides a good basis for entering the actuarial profession.
Mathematics, Statistics & Business Analysis emphasises how maths can be used to solve business problems.
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Study with us
• Accounting & Finance is ranked 2nd in the UK (Complete University Guide 2023)
• gain an understanding of the impact on organisations of developments and issues in business technology
• develop analytical expertise to support business decision-making
• extend your skills through practical case studies with a range of organisations
• learn the principles of investment and value, business finance and decision-making and the analysis of bonds, shares and derivatives
• Our Finance degree gives you a head start to the Investment Management Certificate (IMC)

Why...

Study with us
• develop the skills and expertise required to set up your own business and the entrepreneurship required by organisations
• learn about recruitment and selection, training and developing, rewards, diversity and managing conflict at work
• gain valuable industry experience in Years 3 and 4, working with placement companies
• learn from the experiences of our guest lecturers who include industrial contacts and alumni
• gain real-world skills, which are valued by employers, through taking part in student competitions in which you will plan and develop a business idea

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