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Undergraduate-Prospectus-2019.Pdf Undergraduate prospectus 2019 entry Influencing the world since 1583 The University of Edinburgh Undergraduate Prospectus 2019 entry 01 “ Edinburgh isn’t so much a city, more a way of life … I doubt I’ll ever tire of exploring Edinburgh, on foot or in print.” Ian Rankin Best-selling author and alumnus The University of Edinburgh 02 Undergraduate Prospectus 2019 entry 03 Influencing the world since 1583 Welcome to For more than 400 years the University TOP 50 of Edinburgh has been changing the world. We’re consistently ranked one Today, we continue to make our mark, of the top 50 universities in the the University with world-leading experts educating the pioneers of tomorrow. world. We’re 23rd in the 2018 QS World University Rankings. By choosing to study at Edinburgh, you’ll of Edinburgh be investing in an education that will help you build a successful future. TH You’ll experience the very best in teaching 4 and research. Through our hands-on and We’re ranked fourth in the UK for innovative approach we’ll help you become research power, based on the 2014 a successful learner-practitioner or researcher Research Excellence Framework.* Visit us and equip you with the skills, insights and Open Days 2018: perspectives to enhance your employability and career prospects. 8 June Our flexible programmes, world-class facilities TOP 10 22 September and award-winning support services combine We’re ranked in the top 10 in the UK 6 October to ensure your university experience is and in the top 100 in the world for exceptional and unique. the employability of our graduates.§ You’ll also be living in a vibrant, historic, inspiring capital city with world-famous cultural festivals, where the mountains £9m and beaches of Scotland are right on your doorstep. We awarded more than £9 million in undergraduate Come and join us. financial support in 2016/17. 2ND Edinburgh is ranked the second best student city in the UK.† “ You are now in a place where the best courses upon earth are within your reach TH … such an opportunity you will never 13 again have.” We're ranked 13th in the world's Thomas Jefferson ‡ American Founding Father and President (speaking to his son-in-law, most international universities . Thomas Mann Randolph, as he began his studies in 1786). Students from two-thirds of the twitter.com/applyedinburgh world's countries study here. Why choose the facebook.com/applyedinburgh * Times Higher Education, Overall Ranking of Institutions University of Edinburgh? youtube.com/edinburghuniversity § Times Higher Education, Global Employability University Ranking 2017 Watch our videos: † QS Best Student Cities 2017 www.ed.ac.uk/undergraduate/imagine instagram.com/applyedinburgh ‡ Times Higher Education, The World's Most International Universities 2017 The University of Edinburgh 04 Undergraduate Prospectus 2019 entry 05 Contents A–Z index of programmes 05 A–Z index of programmes How to use this prospectus 08 Programmes offered by the College A C E of Arts, Humanities & Social Accounting 10 Cell Biology BSc (Hons) 114 Earth Sciences 120 Please use our A–Z index of Accounting & Business MA (Hons) Celtic 22 Ecological & Environmental Sciences 122 Sciences programmes to locate the subject Accounting & Finance MA (Hons) Celtic MA (Hons) Ecological & Environmental Sciences BSc (Hons) 98 Programmes offered by the College Acoustics & Music Technology BSc (Hons) 64 Celtic & Archaeology MA (Hons) Ecological & Environmental Sciences with of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine you are interested in or find a Agricultural Economics* BSc (Hons) 100 Celtic & English Language MA (Hons) Management BSc (Hons) 112 Programmes offered by the College Agricultural Science Celtic & English Literature MA (Hons) Ecology BSc (Hons) 114 specific programme title. Celtic & French MA (Hons) of Science & Engineering Anatomy & Development BSc (Hons) 102 Economic History MA (Hons) 48 Ancient & Medieval History MA (Hons) 26 Celtic & German MA (Hons) Economics 32 132 The Edinburgh experience Celtic & Linguistics MA (Hons) The University of Edinburgh Ancient History MA (Hons) Economics MA (Hons) 10 Undergraduate Prospectus 2019 entry 11 140 Benefits of studying with us Celtic & Scandinavian Studies MA (Hons) Further information and programme-specific 1 page page Ancient History & Classical Archaeology MA (Hons) Economics & Accounting MA (Hons) Accounting entry requirements at www.ed.ac.uk/ug/24 140 152 Celtic & Scottish History MA (Hons) 141 The four-year experience 7 for the benefits for applications Ancient History & Greek MA (Hons) Economics & Mathematics MA (Hons) of studying here and admissions Accounting Celtic & Scottish Literature MA (Hons) 142 Resources and facilities At a glance 8 Ancient History & Latin MA (Hons) Economics & Politics MA (Hons) Our teaching is therefore based on Study abroad Contact College of Arts, Humanities & Social Why choose Accounting the most recent research findings and The University's Business School Sciences Undergraduate Admissions Office at the University of Edinburgh? Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences Chemical Engineering BEng (Hons)/MEng (Hons) 124 literature. This helps to ensure that our exchange programme offers exciting Ancient Mediterranean Civilisations MA (Hons) 14 Economics & Sociology MA (Hons) 143 Study abroad Email [email protected] All of our MA accounting-related programmes are graduates are attractive to prospective opportunities to study abroad in Year 3 Tel +44 (0)131 650 3565 accredited by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of employers. Our programmes will at one of our partner universities in Study abroad? Yes provide an excellent foundation for Asia, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Chemical Physics BSc (Hons)/MChemPhys 116 Economics & Statistics MA (Hons) 2 Scotland (ICAS), the Institute of Chartered Accountants in those hoping to gain a professional or the USA. You may also study abroad Animal Science BSc (Hons) 100 144 Personal support England and Wales (ICAEW), the Association of Chartered accountancy qualification and can also through the University's international Advice for applicants Certified Accountants (ACCA), the Chartered Institute of prepare you for careers in finance and exchange programme. To participate Chemistry Economics with Environmental Studies MA (Hons) other sectors. in an exchange programme, you will Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences Animation BA (Hons) 30 Typical offer range: Public Finance & Accountancy (CIPFA), the Association require a strong academic performance “ With an international 145 Finance SQA Highers AAAA to ABBB. of International Accountants5 (AIA) and the Chartered Accreditation in Year 1. community like this one Chemistry BSc (Hons)/MChem A Levels AAB to ABB. Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA). If you wish to progress to a career Economics with Finance MA (Hons) IB 40 points (grades 766 at HL) to 34 as a fully qualified accountant, the Additional costs you never know who you Applied Mathematics BSc (Hons) 128 points (grades 655 at HL). Accounting Our exchange programme offers you exciting accreditation of our programmes If studying abroad in Year 3, your will meet and from where (see page 10) provides a high level Childhood Practice BA 34 Economics with Management Science MA (Hons) 146 Accommodation Access threshold: opportunities to study abroad in Year 3 at one of our costs will vary by country. In Year 4 in the world they come.” SQA Highers ABBB. of exemption from the professional you will undertake a dissertation and, Applied Sport Science BSc (Hons) 92 partner universities in Asia, Australia, Canada, New Zealand Bakani Dube A Levels ABB. examination requirements. Our depending on the field of study you or the USA. 2nd year MA (Hons) Accounting & Finance IB 34 points (grades 655 at HL). accreditation from the Institute of choose, there may be costs associated Chinese 24 Education 34 148 Sports facilities Major accounting firms, as well as other large companies, Chartered Accountants of Scotland with undertaking surveys and Please note This indicates the overall offers the maximum exemption conducting interviews. Arabic MA (Hons) 12 standards required to consider you for entry. regularly present talks to and conduct recruitment available to accounting graduates. 9 The typical offer range and access threshold Chinese MA (Hons) Electrical & Mechanical Engineering 124 are explained on page 153. Full, detailed activities with our students. Career opportunities 149 Edinburgh University Students’ Accountancy graduates can train to entry requirements, including3 the subjects Arabic & Ancient Greek MA (Hons) you need, vary by programme. Please check become a qualified accountant through Chinese & Economics MA (Hons) BEng (Hons)/MEng (Hons) the full details before you apply: Introducing Accounting a traineeship with an accountancy or Association www.ed.ac.uk/ug/24 commercial firm. Alternatively you can Arabic & Business MA (Hons) Accountants play a crucial role in business. Their ability choose a career in taxation, finance or to measure financial information and use this to make banking. Some of our graduates decide Chinese & French MA (Hons) Electronics & Computer Science BEng (Hons)/ Programmes projections affects economic decision-making at all to follow a different direction and pursue Arabic & Economics MA (Hons) employment in management positions 150 Careers MA (Hons) levels. Accountancy is one of the fastest-growing areas in the public and private sectors. Chinese & German MA (Hons) MEng (Hons) Accounting & Business NN14 of business activity. Financial
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