MSc Energy Economics and Law in Aberdeen United Kingdom | University of Aberdeen

This distinctive Master's program merges the fundamental principles of Economics and Law to provide you with crucial skills for thriving in careers within the global oil and gas sector, legal or financial fields, or government-related roles. The oil and gas industry functions within a multifaceted landscape shaped by numerous factors, including state-regulated hydrocarbons, financial markets, crude oil pricing, economic volatility, licensing, taxation, and contractual agreements. These elements profoundly impact both investment strategies and governmental policies, making expertise in economics and law indispensable. Through this program, you'll acquire practical knowledge to advance your professional prospects in legal and financial sectors tied to energy resources.The University of Aberdeen stands at the forefront of energy and legal education and research, leveraging its established excellence in these domains. We ranked 13th in the UK for Economics in the Guardian University Guide 2025.Our institution hosts two prestigious research centers: the Aberdeen Centre for Research in Energy Economics and Finance and the Aberdeen University Centre for Energy Law. As a student here, you'll engage with top-tier researchers in energy economics and law—including globally renowned energy authority Professor Alex Kemp OBE—and connect with industry leaders through our guest speaker series.Learning ApproachYou'll examine diverse topics to refine your analytical skills for contemporary global challenges, covering areas such as Licensing and Upstream Taxation, Investment Evaluation and Risk Assessment, Health, Safety, and Environmental Policies, Crude Oil Markets, Accounting Fundamentals, and Energy Sector Contracts. Your learning will involve dynamic lectures, seminars, and tutorials led by academic staff and industry professionals.