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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
King's Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
22-SEP-25
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Duration
1 Year
Course summary
This unique Masters programme combines the core disciplines of Economics and Law to equip you with the essential skills required to pursue a successful career such as in the global oil and gas industry, legal, financial or in related governmental organisations.
The global oil and gas sector operates in a complex environment characterised by various influential factors such as government-controlled hydrocarbons, financial markets, the global crude oil market, economic uncertainty, licensing, taxation and contracts. These factors have a significant influence on both investment decision-making and government policy-making, so a comprehensive knowledge of related economics and law is essential. On this programme, you will gain the real-world knowledge you need to enhance your career opportunities in legal and financial oil and gas contexts.
The University of Aberdeen is a global leader in teaching and research in the field of energy and law and this programme builds on our considerable strengths in these areas. We were ranked 13th in the UK for Economics in the Guardian University 51ÊÓÆµ 2025.
Our University is home to two relevant and internationally recognised research centres: the Aberdeen Centre for Research in Energy Economics and Finance and the Aberdeen University Centre for Energy Law. Studying here, you will benefit from interacting with leading researchers in the field of energy economics and law – including one of the worlds best recognised energy experts, Professor Alex Kemp OBE – and with a broad network of national and multi-national employers through our visiting speaker programme.
How You'll Study
You will have the opportunity to explore a range of themes to sharpen your critical analysis of key current global challenges and issues. These include Licensing and Upstream Taxation Investment Appraisal Techniques and Risk Analysis Health, Safety and Environmental Regulation Crude Oil Market Principles of Accounting and Oil and Gas Contracts. You will take part in a broad range of stimulating lectures, seminars and tutorials with both lecturers and visiting industry practitioners.
Tuition fees
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£ 27,000per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information

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University League Table
41st
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Campus address
University of Aberdeen, Directorate of External Relations, King's College, Aberdeen, Aberdeen, City Of, AB24 3FX, Scotland
Subject rankings
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Subject ranking
35th out of 79
17th out of 109 2
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Entry standards
/ Max 227170 75%18th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10076.0 76%51st
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.06 76%29th
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Entry standards
/ Max 221203 92%9th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10084.0 84%27th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.17 79%20th
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