School: Adam Smith Business School, College of Social Sciences. This four-year Master of Arts (with Honours) program offers an interdisciplinary approach, combining the study of business economics with economic and social history. It typically covers microeconomics, macroeconomics, business strategy, finance, alongside the historical context of economic development, social change, and the evolution of economic thought. This combination provides a unique perspective on contemporary business challenges. The four-year duration is standard for Honours degrees in Scotland, allowing for a broader and more in-depth study of both disciplines.

Career options in areas such as business analysis, economic consulting, financial analysis, policy research, historical research, journalism, and roles in organizations that value a broad understanding of economic principles within a historical and social context. The interdisciplinary nature of the degree can open up diverse career paths.

The University of Glasgow is a member of the UK's prestigious Russell Group, known for its research-intensive universities. It is the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world and a member of Universitas21 (U21), a global network of world-leading, research-intensive universities, indicating a strong academic and research environment, particularly within the renowned Adam Smith Business School and the relevant history departments.