MSc Finance and Investment

This is a one-year programme. During the first semester, you will complete compulsory units. In the second semester, you will tailor the degree according to your interests by choosing from a range of optional units alongside compulsory training in quantitative methods. The final part of the MSc is a research-based dissertation. This involves identifying and analysing a research question in finance under the guidance of a member of staff. The dissertation gives you the opportunity to explore an original problem, source and process the relevant financial data, analyse that data, and learn to draw appropriate conclusions. The final results are presented in a report. There are competitive opportunities to collaborate with industry peers on dissertations.

Visit our programme catalogue for full details of the programme structure and unit content.

You will typically need a strong upper second-class honours degree (60% or higher) or an international equivalent in Finance, Economics, Computing, Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics.

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If your degree subject is not listed above, you will typically need a strong upper second-class honours degree (60% or higher) or an international equivalent with three units of mathematics with 60% or above (or an international equivalent) in each unit, from the units listed in 'Maths qualification requirements' below.

If you are currently completing a degree, we understand that your final grade may be higher than the interim grades or module/unit grades you have achieved during your studies to date.

We will consider your application if your interim grades are currently slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements and may make you an aspirational offer. This offer would be at the standard level, so you would need to achieve the standard entry requirements by the end of your degree. Specific module requirements would still apply.

We will also consider your application if your grades are slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements, if you have at least one of the following:

• evidence of significant, relevant work experience in sectors such as finance, accounting, economics, or investment (a minimum of 2 years in a paid role is required)
• a postgraduate qualification or professional qualification (CFA, FRM or ACCA)

If this is the case, please include your CV (curriculum vitae / résumé) when you apply, showing details of your relevant qualifications. Specific module requirements would still apply, which can be met in either undergraduate or postgraduate qualifications.

See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website.