MA (Hons) Economics and Gaelic Studies in Aberdeen United Kingdom | University of Aberdeen

Studying Economics and Gaelic at Aberdeen provides comprehensive knowledge of the global economy alongside deep exploration of Gaelic, Scotland's oldest surviving language and its cultural heritage. Your acquired language proficiency, analytical abilities, and Scottish viewpoint, paired with robust business and economic expertise, will enhance your career prospects in commerce or other fields, particularly those with Scottish or global connections.
In Economics, you'll examine business and societal microeconomics, worldwide macroeconomic systems, and economic challenges within political, social, and historical frameworks, with a focus on practical application. You'll flourish in our Business School's vibrant international community of 45 nationalities, learning from distinguished experts like Professor Alex Kemp, a renowned petroleum economist and government advisor, and our health economists who shape public health policies in Scotland and the UK.
Gaelic studies represent a key strength at Aberdeen. For a century, we've taught Scottish Gaelic (Gidhlig) and culture under the guidance of dedicated educators and researchers whose work actively contributes to preserving Gaelic's vitality and significance in modern Scotland. Our community actively participates in northern Scotland's Gaelic-speaking networks through clubs, events, and organizations.
This unique combination of skills will make you particularly attractive to employers, with Gaelic fluency opening additional career paths in education, Gaelic promotion, arts administration, and media sectors.