Finance

Why study Finance at Heriot-Watt in Edinburgh Edinburgh is the UK’s second-largest financial centre, and Heriot-Watt University makes full use of this advantage. As a Bloomberg Experiential Learning Partner, the university operates a dedicated trading floor where students work with 16 professional terminals streaming live market data. BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance with Foundation Year …

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Why study Finance at Heriot-Watt in Edinburgh

Edinburgh is the UK’s second-largest financial centre, and Heriot-Watt University makes full use of this advantage. As a Bloomberg Experiential Learning Partner, the university operates a dedicated trading floor where students work with 16 professional terminals streaming live market data.

BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance with Foundation Year

This four-year programme gives students time to explore different направления before choosing a specialisation. After completing their foundation year, students progress to the second year of a related degree, making a more informed decision based on their academic experience:

MA (Hons) Accountancy
MA (Hons) Accountancy and Finance
MA (Hons) Finance
MA (Hons) Business and Finance

BSc (Hons) Mathematics with Finance

Built on a strong theoretical foundation in statistics and mathematics, this programme integrates these areas with financial modelling. Students also become members of the Maxwell Institute for Mathematical Sciences, a collaboration between Heriot-Watt University and the University of Edinburgh.

BSc (Hons) Actuarial Science

Heriot-Watt was the first UK university to introduce an undergraduate degree in actuarial science and remains a recognised leader in the field. Each year, between 100 and 200 students gain exemptions from parts of professional actuarial exams, while 30% of the teaching staff are qualified actuaries.

MSc Investment Management

One of the longest-running programmes of its kind in the UK, this course is approved by the CFA Institute and covers at least 70% of the CFA curriculum. Weekly lectures delivered by industry professionals provide valuable insight into real market practice.

MSc International Accounting and Finance

Designed for careers in international banking and finance, this programme is accredited by ACCA, CIMA and ICAEW, offering exemptions from selected professional exams. The Future Shapers scholarship covers between 50% and 100% of tuition fees, making the programme more accessible.