Study economics in Scotland - 12 institutions

Education in Scotland for children, schoolchildren, students is becoming increasingly popular today for many reasons, among which the main one is the fact that Scotland is part of the United Kingdom. For many foreign students, studying in Scotland is equivalent to a diploma / certificate in the UK, which, however, is not so far from the truth, but there are some specifics.

Studying in Scotland is carried out on combined courses: in addition to academic classes, foreign students are offered a large number of excursions and entertainment activities, time for sports.

Due to some historical features inherent in the relations between Scotland and the UK, the Scots themselves believe that education in Scotland, both in secondary schools and universities, is much better than the British one, and there is a rather long confrontation between the systems of Scotland and the UK.

Foreign students can choose the best option for themselves to study economics in Scotland, focusing on the description of institutions, the cost and types of the educational programs. Foreign students or their parents can contact to our specialist who will tell you the best schools for economics in Scotland, the price of their courses and opportunities for leisure activities. Foreign students can also find out all the necessary information from the official websites of the educational institutions or groups in social media.

Graduates of schools in Scotland can continue their studies already in educational institutions in the UK, however, in order to do this, they must first study the so-called "sixth year" of school and receive the Scottish equivalent of the British A-level diploma called the Scottish Certificate of Sixth Year Studies (SCSYS) or an Advanced Higher certificate. In general, these certificates are full analogues of A-level and are recognized by universities not only in the UK, but also in the world.

Best schools in Scotland teach economics primarily in high school. Getting a high school diploma from a prestigious school will be a great advantage for foreign teenagers planning to enter universities with a specialization in economics.

List of Economic programs in Scotland offered by educational institutions:

• At the age of 15, students must pass the final exam to obtain a certificate of full secondary education SCESG – Scottish Certificate of Education Standard Grade (which corresponds to GCSE in the UK), thereby completing the first stage (Nationals). Next, students have a choice: either go to college to get a professional education, or continue studying in high school at the age of 16 to 18 years. After successful completion of this stage, graduates receive a Higher Degree certificate, which is sufficient for admission to higher educational institutions in Scotland. Much attention is paid to the deep, thorough preparation of subjects to choose from, such as:
  • Economics;
  • Statistics;
  • Macro or microeconomics;
  • Basics of the higher mathematics;
  • Practical block;
  • Block of general disciplines (law, history, geography and others).
• There are more than 40 colleges in Scotland offering special vocational education. These educational institutions offer programs in various professional qualifications, such as computer science, fundamentals of business and economics, entrepreneurship, sports and tourism, design, medicine, journalism, etc. A year of study at such an educational institution allows foreign students to get a Higher National Certificate, and two years of study - a Higher Education Diploma.
• A rich, challenging International Baccalaureate program is open to foreign students aged 16+. As in many other countries, the duration of the bachelor's degree program is 4 years. At the same time, during the last year of study in these educational programs, students have the opportunity to receive a bachelor's degree with honors. Universities in Scotland are characterized by the flexibility of educational programs and curricula: international students can study various disciplines of their choice, while attending classes of different faculties. Subsequently, graduates of universities in Scotland can receive a double bachelor's degree (joint degree). Some educational programs involve the simultaneous acquisition of initial professional experience in combination with education. List of general disciplines for applicants entering universities with an economic focus:

• Mathematics;
• Law;
• Economics;
• Basics of business;
• Statistics;
• Geography.

List of the top educational institutions and colleges with economic study in Scotland is represented by:

• St. Andrew's University;
• Robert Gordon University;
• University of Stirling;
• Glasgow Caledonian University;
• University of Strathclyde;
• Dollar Academy;
• Fettes college;
• Strathallan School;
• Loretto School.

Most universities impose fairly high requirements on foreign applicants. The minimum threshold for the level of proficiency in a foreign language is at TOEFL 550 / IELTS 5.5. In prestigious and sought-after universities, it is necessary to provide certificates from TOEFL 600 / IELTS 6.0.

The optimal way for foreign schoolchildren and students to study in Scotland at a university is to first study in two graduating classes at a Scottish school or college, and then complete the Foundation Course educational program. As a result, the applicant will receive an excellent level of preparation for admission and study at the University of Scotland, will improve the level of English proficiency and will receive a certificate of completion of a secondary school in Scotland.

Admission to higher education institutions in Scotland takes place absolutely on the same principles as in the UK – with the help of the nationwide UCAS service. The process of collecting a package of necessary documents and preparing for admission should begin at least 1.5-2 years before the start of education.  SMAPSE specialists are ready to help you and provide with assistance during admission process at the top economics universities in Scotland or other educational institutions.