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78 Master's degrees offered by the university
Rural Surveying and Rural Property Management
The Rural Surveying and Rural Property Management programme of the University of Aberdeen is the only masters programme of its kind in Scotland, accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), and allows graduates to proceed to the Assessment of Professional Competence and full professional membership of the RICS.
Geography and Environment
The Geography and Environment programme of the University of Aberdeen comprises interdisciplinary research addressing societal challenges, earth surface processes and environment change.
Peace, Security and International Law
Our LLM in Peace, Security and International Law at the University of Aberdeen is an interdisciplinary programme which explores how the disciplines impact the prevention, control, and conduct of conflicts in the modern world.
Business Consulting and Psychology
The University of Aberdeen's Business Consulting and Psychology MSc programme teaches professional consulting skills as well as industry-leading psychology tools and workforce behavioral frameworks.
Comparative Literature and Culture with French
Study literature from across the world and explore cultures and societies in and beyond the English-speaking world. Gain a global outlook while learning from experts in languages, literatures and cultures.
Strategic Studies and Diplomacy
The MSc Strategic Studies and Diplomacy at the University of Aberdeen is a programme for all those interested in the workings and interactions of governments across various levels, concerning governments which have both friendly relations and those which endure more strained relations.
Archaeology of the North
The Archaeology of the North programme of the University of Aberdeen is the only degree of its kind in the world, reflecting the unique research focus of the Department of Archaeology at Aberdeen.
International Human Rights
Delve into the fascinating world of Human Rights; an ever-popular branch of law that is both challenging and rewarding with the International Human Rights programme of the University of Aberdeen. You’ll examine a variety of cases in numerous contexts, including international law and politics, providing you with the opportunity to broaden your knowledge and gain a competitive edge in your career.
Sociology
The Sociology programme of the University of Aberdeen provides you with theoretical and methodological concepts in sociology to think critically about issues affecting society.
International Trade Law and Treaty Negotiation with Professional Skills
The first of its kind, the exciting International Trade Law and Treaty Negotiation with Professional Skills programme of the University of Aberdeen equips the next generation of lawyers and civil servants with a unique combination of specialist legal expertise and the practical negotiation skills for a sparkling career in the fast-growing and highly competitive field of international trade.
Sex, Gender, Violence
Investigate how gendered violence arises, is quelled, and our response to it, during and in the aftermath of violent conflict. This programme brings into focus the nuances of development, reconciliation and the psychological implications of sustained exposure to violence.
Cultural Heritage
The Cultural Heritage programme of the University of Aberdeen builds on the established archaeological expertise of to provide you with the knowledge and skills to enter the professional world of cultural heritage. You will learn about current policy and practice and apply your knowledge at heritage sites, working directly with heritage professionals and local communities.
Comparative Literature and Culture and German (5 years)
Study literature from across the world and explore cultures and societies in and beyond the English-speaking world. Gain a global outlook while learning from experts in languages, literatures and cultures.
Policy Evaluation
The Policy Evaluation programme of the University of Aberdeen will provide students with the skills necessary to contribute to evidence-based policy across a range of exciting and dynamic fields.
Scottish Heritage
The Scottish Heritage programme of the University of Aberdeen explores the rich history, art, architecture, and photography of Scotland through an interactive programme, which is designed with maximum flexibility in order to address the needs of students in a variety of locations and situations.
International Political Economy
The International Political Economy programme of the University of Aberdeen prepares you to understand the structures, hierarchies, and power dynamics that regulate finance and trade, drive globalisation and economic nationalisms, and impact the distribution of wealth and poverty across and within states, regions, and the world.
International Law and International Relations
The International Law and International Relations programme of the University of Aberdeen provides an advanced understanding of both disciplines and how their interaction impacts upon international politics.
Sustainability Economics and Finance
This Sustainability Economics and Finance, MScEcon course from University of Aberdeen provides students a broad but rigorous training in the field of Sustainability Economics and Finance through a combination of relevant economics and finance-related courses in the context of environment, energy, natural resources, sustainability policies, and carbon management.
Gaelic Studies
The Gaelic Studies programme of the University of Aberdeen is leading research and teaching in Gaelic literature, society and culture.
Biomolecular Archaeology
The unique one year taught Biomolecular Archaeology programme of the University of Aberdeen combines cutting-edge biomolecular research with archaeological and evolutionary approaches, taught across the fields of archaeology, biological and medical science.