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42 Master's degrees offered by the university
Conflict, Security and Development
Conflict, Security and Development from The University of Edinburgh programme explores the connections between conflict, security, and development from an interdisciplinary perspective based in the social science.
Global Crime, Justice and Security
This Global Crime, Justice and Security programme from The University of Edinburgh provides an excellent opportunity to study global developments in the field of crime, criminal law, justice and security.
Environment, Culture and Society
The Environment, Culture and Society programme from The University of Edinburgh provides up-to-date knowledge of the contemporary issues and debates on the relationships between the environment, nature, culture and society.

Social Psychology
This Social Psychology programme at The University of Edinburgh provides an opportunity for intensive advanced training in social psychology.

Science Communication and Public Engagement (Online Learning)
The Science Communication and Public Engagement (Online Learning) programme offered by The University of Edinburgh covers communication of all science, engineering, maths and technology.

Psychology of Individual Differences
This Psychology of Individual Differences programme at The University of Edinburgh provides an opportunity for intensive advanced training in the psychology of individual differences, addressing the questions of how and why people differ from one another psychologically and how these differences matter in their lives.

Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies
On the Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies programme offered by The University of Edinburgh, you will gain an advanced, interdisciplinary understanding of the history, modern politics, society and culture of the Islamic Middle East, and explore the paradigms behind the various disciplines within this field.
Language and Intercultural Communication
The Language and Intercultural Communication programme from The University of Edinburgh is interdisciplinary degree programme that aims to provide a pedagogically grounded and practical understanding of issues surrounding the study of language and intercultural communication.
Ecological Economics
The Ecological Economics programme from The University of Edinburgh prepares you to help solve and critically analyse the root causes of real-world sustainability problems.
Archaeology
This Archaeology programme at The University of Edinburgh extends your knowledge and develops your skills in this field to an advanced academic and professional level.

Finance, Technology and Policy
The operation of financial markets and the delivery of financial services impact a variety of real-world issues including job creation and credit approval. The Finance, Technology and Policy programme is offered at The University of Edinburgh.
Sport Policy, Management and International Development
The increasing social, economic and political role of sport is a key feature of life in the 21st century. This Sport Policy, Management and International Development course from The University of Edinburgh critically examines the commercialised and media-orientated world of professional sport and the increasingly important realm of community sport, recreation and physical activity.
Science Communication and Public Engagement
If you are passionate about bridging the gap between science and society through direct, impactful communication and engagement strategies, the Science Communication and Public Engagement programme from The University of Edinburgh is the right match for you.
Geographical Information Science and Earth Observation
This Geographical Information Science and Earth Observation MSc programme from The University of Edinburgh creates experts capable of creating, managing and analysing spatial data through advanced technologies.
Neuroscience (Integrative Neuroscience)
The Neuroscience (Integrative Neuroscience) programme from The University of Edinburgh is designed to seamlessly transition you into doctoral studies or research-centric careers, the programme’s rigorous training and comprehensive research opportunities equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in academia or industry.

Cognitive Science
The Cognitive Science MSc degree from The University of Edinburgh is an exciting and interdisciplinary area spanning fields including computer science, linguistics, psychology, neuroscience, and philosophy.

Data, Inequality and Society
This Data, Inequality and Society programme from The University of Edinburgh brings advanced, cross-disciplinary knowledge together with insights from sector leaders and experts who are committed to building inclusive and equitable global societies.

Future Governance
This Future Governance programme from The University of Edinburgh prepares you to lead in a world where democracy, technology, and data are increasingly intertwined and shape decisions that affect people’s lives.

Circular Economy
The Circular Economy course from The University of Edinburgh prepares you to drive the transition towards a circular economy, giving you the tools to support communities, businesses, and policymakers to create a more sustainable and equitable future.

Narrative Futures - Art, Data, Society
The Narrative Futures - Art, Data, Society course The University of Edinburgh at will prepare you to apply critical and creative thinking to real-world challenges in order to better engage with the stories that influence our collective futures.