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University of Glasgow: Behavioural Science
| Institution | University of Glasgow View institution profile |
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| Department | Adam Smith Business School View department profile |
| Web | www.gla.ac.uk/schools/business |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Our Masters in Behavioural Science is a unique programme run by the Adam Smith Business School and the School of Psychology & Neuroscience. We aim to shape tomorrow’s behavioural scientists through an interdisciplinary programme that combines expertise that includes: Economics, Business, Finance, Psychology and Neuroscience. You will benefit from new methods, new laboratory facilities and industrial partnerships.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME - A competitive programme on the study of decision-making, blending methods and research from multiple domains (Economics, Management, Finance, Psychology and Neuroscience).
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We offer two tracks (business and science) which will have a joint foundation path. This will allow consistency across the tracks as well as a tailored and diversified acquisition of skills according to the track chosen as a specialisation.
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Theoretical knowledge will be paired with quantitative methods, empirical designs, qualitative applications and market-driven research questions.
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You will have access to our new behavioural laboratory. This facility will allow you to conduct ecologically valid controlled behavioural experiments (including for your dissertation) with dedicated resources and staff.
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Industry projects* give you an opportunity to implement the skills developed during the taught courses and to apply problem-solving skills to specific real-world tasks. Working with practitioners enables you to implement their cutting-edge insights in behavioural science, and to test your abilities in experimental design and data analysis in a specialised, real-world environment.
*Industry Projects are not guaranteed. All applications are subject to availability and review processes. We will support you with your applications before the deadline but if unsuccessful, you can opt for a research proposal for your dissertation. You can also secure your own projects with approval from academic and/or professional services.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE You will take a mix of core and optional courses.
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Students on the business track must complete at least 60 credits of courses offered by the Adam Smith Business School (course codes beginning with ACCFIN, BUS, ECON, MGT).
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Students on the science track must complete at least 60 credits of courses offered by the School of Psychology & Neuroscience (course codes beginning with PSYCH).
You will also undertake an independent piece of work, usually in the form of a research dissertation. There will be an opportunity for selected students to complete an industry project.
Core courses Advanced Topics in Behavioural Economics Data Skills for Reproducible Research (PGT) Econometrics Introduction to Behavioural Economics Introduction to Neuroscience (PGT) Neuroscience of Decision Making (PGT Conv)
Optional courses Applications of Behavioural Economics in Personal Finance Behavioural Economics for Sustainability Behavioural Finance Behavioural Macroeconomics Experimental Design and Methods for Behavioural Science From Visual Awareness to Free Will (PGT) Health Neuroscience (PGT Conv) Management Science for Business Decision-Making Managing Diversity In Organisations Neuroeconomics Perception And Visual Cognition (PGT Conv) Transdisciplinary Team Science (PGT)
Research project Dissertation BS Research Pathway or Dissertation BS Industry Pathway
MSc
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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| Entry requirements | Science track 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Psychology, Neuroscience, Sociology, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics or any subject with a scientific background. Business track 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Economics, Business, Finance, Management, Marketing, Engineering, Mathematics or Statistics. Applicants who do not have an Economics degree must have successfully completed at least 1 credit-bearing module in Introductory Probability and Statistics or Econometrics at an average grade of pass or non-UK equivalent. Additional documents required for the application Personal statement Please address the questions below in no more than 500 words: Why have you applied for this programme? |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
About the Adam Smith Business School
Welcome to the Adam Smith Business School at the University of Glasgow, where history meets innovation, and you meet your future.
The University of Glasgow’s Adam Smith Business School is proud to be part of one of Europe’s top business schools, distinguished by the prestigious triple crown accreditation from AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS, a mark of global excellence held by fewer than 1% of business schools worldwide.
Founded in 1451, the University of Glasgow is the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world. With centuries of academic heritage, we continue to …
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