Business and Law MA (Hons)
The University of Edinburgh
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 175 graduates of Business and Law MA (Hons) and other courses in Law at The University of Edinburgh for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Law.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Law
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Law at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £24500 | £26500 | £35500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £21500 - £27000 | £21000 - £31000 | £27500 - £43500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Law
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £24380 | £23907 | £28483 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £21026 - £29426 | £18115 - £31319 | £21047 - £38974 |
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Course Description
Combine the study of business and law to prepare for the social, political, environmental and cultural challenges facing contemporary businesses, governments and not-for-profit organisations.
There are important connections between the law, in particular in property rights and contracting, and business practices.
Our programme reflects the global, dynamic climate of contemporary business and management, offering specialist courses in a range of business and legal subjects with the law component grounded in Scots law and the Scots legal system.
You will also be made familiar with the law and legal systems of the other parts of the UK, the European Union and beyond.
Taught by world-leading industry professionals and researchers, you will develop personal and professional competencies such as:
- authentic leadership
- ethical, responsible, sustainable business behaviour
- entrepreneurial practice
- human resource management
- effective communication
This will enable you to work across a range of roles in contemporary business including:
- accountancy and finance
- strategy
- marketing
- human resource management
- data analytics
- entrepreneurship and innovation
Environment for learning
We offer a supportive and encouraging environment where you can grow and develop. Our Student Experience Team offer an extensive range of pastoral and professional provision to support you on your undergraduate journey.
We provide many and varied opportunities for you to engage in co- and extra-curricular activities. Our dedicated Student Development Team can help you develop a range of essential business graduate competencies.
Further development opportunities
You may take undergraduate Edinburgh Awards supported by an alumni professional mentor and trained coaches:
- Personal and Professional Development (Year 2)
- Effective and Responsible Leadership (Year 3 or 4)
You can also participate in a large number of business societies, business events and peer-support schemes.
This degree offers the opportunity to study abroad in Year 3.
Accredited by the EFMD Quality Improvement System.
Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Business and Law MA (Hons) at The University of Edinburgh
| 43% | Teaching Professionals |
| 10% | Elementary occupations |
| 6% | Administrative occupations |
| 6% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 6% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 5% | |
| 5% | Legal professionals |
| 3% | Business and Financial Project Management Professionals |
| 2% | Welfare Professionals |
| 2% | Quality and Regulatory Professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis
31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
Detailed entry requirements, including typical offer levels, and information about other qualifications we accept, are available on the University of Edinburgh’s website. You’ll also find important information on how to apply. You must submit a fully completed UCAS application that includes details of the qualifications you are taking, including full predicted grades for qualifications not yet completed, your personal statement and your reference.
English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | Total 70 with at least 6.0 in each component. |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 100 | Total 100 with at least 20 in each component. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements. |
| Cambridge English Advanced | Total 185 with at least 169 in each component |
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| Cambridge English Proficiency | Total 185 with at least 169 in each component |
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| Trinity ISE | ISE III with passes in all four components |
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| PTE Academic | 70 | Total 70 with at least 59 in each component |
Costs
Tuition Fees Business and Law MA (Hons)
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £26500 | year 1 |
| International | £26500 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Scottish students must apply to the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS) for payment of their tuition fees.
EU On 9th July 2020 the decision was made by the Scottish Government to end free university tuition for European Union (EU) students starting in 2021-22. Funding policy for EU nationals and associated groups starting a course of study in academic year 2022-23 or later will be in line with international fees.
Full time international and EU students will pay a fixed annual fee rate for the duration of their programme.
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of The University of Edinburgh in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of The University of Edinburgh in related subject specific rankings.
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2023]
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About The University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh is located in the Scottish city of the same name, and is one of the oldest universities in the entire United Kingdom, having opened in the year 1583. The university enjoys a strong reputation for its contributions to international research efforts, which is reflected in their inclusion in the Russell Group, Universitas 21, and Una Europa. Edinburgh offers its residents a historic yet modern city, with a lively nightlife scene, reliable public transport, and friendly locals.
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- Published:
- 22 July, 2023
