Banking and Finance

Entry requirements

You should have a lower second-class (2.2) undergraduate honours degree or above (including an average mark of at least 57%).

Your qualification should demonstrate evidence of ability in mathematics or quantitative-related areas. You are ideally suited to this course if you have a degree such as mathematics, finance, economics, statistics, engineering, information technology. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.

Months of entry

September

Course content

The banking and finance sector is undergoing a significant digital transformation. In an expanding ecosystem, there’s a growing need for professionals who understand both the theory and practice of modern banking and finance. Being able to offer insight into performance, risk management and regulation is vital.

Join the EQUIS- and AMBA-accredited University of Sussex Business School, where leading academics are shaping policy and practice. You'll benefit from our culture of research excellence in areas such as climate finance, crypto assets, and social and environmental accounting and reporting.

By studying at Sussex, you will:

• access training in banking, finance, management and accounting
• develop an in-depth appreciation of the finance industry
• engage with real-time financial and trading simulation through our Bloomberg Financial Markets Lab
• learn from academics and practitioners at the forefront of a rapidly changing sector
• engage with internship opportunities and connect with guest speakers from industry.

You can also strengthen your study skills with the support of our Academic Success Advisers.

On this course, you'll develop the critical thinking and decision-making techniques needed in areas such as banking operations, corporate finance, investment strategies, risk management models and financial market developments.

When you graduate, you’ll have specialist skills and knowledge valued by today’s employers. You’ll be prepared to meet the complex demands of the modern workplace, and to take your place as a professional in a knowledge-based global economy.

You might decide to pursue opportunities in organisations such as banks, funds, regulators and consultancies. You could also explore roles in the finance divisions of corporations and NGOs.

Information for international students

We are pleased to announce that all international applicants who study a full time Masters course at the University of Sussex Business School starting in September 2025 will receive a £2,000 award towards their overseas tuition fee. A range of unlimited country specific scholarships are also available.

Fees and funding

Please see our prospectus for the latest information on fees. Visit our website for more information Funding and Scholarships. Our goal is to ensure that every student who wants to study with us is able to regardless of financial barriers, so that we continue to attract talented and unique people.