Financial Technology (FinTech), MSc

Entry requirements

Students must attain a 2:2 (or overseas equivalent) in an undergraduate degree. Students will typically have a background in Business, Finance, Economics, Mathematics or Computer Science. We would also be willing to consider those with other backgrounds and work experience in the sector.

We consider all applications on their merits and will look at each individual case before making an offer so students who fall slightly short of the entry criteria should still apply to the School of Management.

Non-native English speakers must achieve an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with no component less than 5.5. If you have studied an undergraduate degree taught through the medium of English, you may be exempt from this requirement .

Months of entry

September

Course content

Are you looking for a career in a rapidly expanding sector? Keen to work in an innovative global industry where your skills are in demand?

Disruptive technologies are affecting all areas of financial services and to ensure you are equipped with the skills to progress in this area, the MSc Financial Technology(FinTech) programme has been developed, aimed at non-computer science specialist graduates who have a first degree in business, finance, mathematics or economics and want to gain greater awareness and skills in the Fintech area.

This programme will examine applications of financial technology in banking, insurance, asset management and many other finance sectors. You will gain cutting-edge knowledge on finance applications of blockchain technology, digital currencies, Big Data and artificial intelligence.

You will also acquire an in-depth understanding of the financial technology environment, develop skills in programming, machine learning and network security as well as knowledge of financial markets institutions and systems.