MA (Hons) Finance and German in Aberdeen United Kingdom | University of Aberdeen

Studying Finance and German at Aberdeen combines the significant advantage of mastering a major European language and culture with a deep grasp of financial principles and broader business expertise. Graduates become highly desirable candidates across various industries, public sectors, and beyond, with expanding opportunities driven by increasing globalization and financial innovations.
In the Finance component, you'll delve into financial management, corporate and personal finance, financial institutions, derivatives, and stock markets. You'll learn to assess financial challenges critically and develop practical abilities to interpret financial news and documents effectively.
Your education will flourish within our internationally diverse Business School, home to over 40 nationalities. Taught by experts in both business theory and practice, you'll experience interactive small-group learning with real-world case studies, employer insights, and dedicated career guidance.
State-of-the-art facilities like our Bloomberg finance lab—utilized by global financial firms—will enhance your learning by incorporating live market data directly into your coursework.
Aberdeen's German program boasts an exceptional reputation, achieving the highest 'Excellent' rating in recent national teaching evaluations. You'll develop a nuanced understanding of Germany's rich history and contemporary culture while practicing language skills through extracurricular activities like our German Society and Drama Group.
A key feature of this four-year program includes spending half of your third year abroad, either as a teaching assistant or exchange student in a German-speaking country. This experience prepares you for careers in multinational corporations, EU institutions, and various international organizations where your dual expertise provides a competitive edge.