University of Bristol

Financial Technology (MSc)

University of Bristol

Faculty:Faculty of Arts, Law and Social Sciences
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Finance, General
Length:1 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $73,700

Cost is an approximation converted to Canadian dollars.



Careers:Banking, Credit and Other Investment Managers

Description:

The MSc in Financial Technology will provide you with a comprehensive grounding in the various analytical methods of financial technology, or 'FinTech', as well as knowledge of how these methods are utilised in practice in financial markets. The content will combine finance theory with extensive applications through to practical issues using real-world data. The programme includes units addressing the latest technological developments that have transformed many aspects of the finance industry such as big data, artificial intelligence, machine learning, process automation, cryptocurrencies and blockchain, alongside units that cover the underpinning theory and practice of finance.

Artificial intelligence and machine learning are reshaping the financial services sector and are being used across a range of applications including trading, portfolio construction and evaluation, risk management, financial intermediation and corporate finance. You will gain a broad, high-level overview of the impact that technology is having in reshaping many aspects of financial services. You will also develop specific practical skills in programming, statistical analysis and financial modelling, which will enable you to apply these technological innovations in a variety of contexts. This may include algorithmic trading, robo-advising, peer-to-peer lending, mobile payments, crowdfunding and digital currencies.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    You will typically need an upper second class honours degree or an international equivalent in a quantitative subject (whether as a single, joint or combined honours degree) such as Accounting and Finance, Actuarial Sciences, Computer Science, Data Science, Economics, Engineering, Finance, International Economics and Trade, Maths, Physics or Commerce (with specialism in Accounting/Finance/Accounting and Finance/Economics).

     OR

     If your degree subject is not listed above, you will typically need an 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.

     OR

     A-level Mathematics with grade A if no mathematics or quantitative units in your degree.

     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.

     If your achieved grade is lower than our entry requirements, your application may be more likely to receive an offer if you have additional relevant work experience or qualifications. If you have at least one of the following, please include your CV (curriculum vitae / résumé) when you apply, showing:

     * 5 years work experience in a relevant sector (Accounting, Economics, Finance, Investment or similar)

     * a relevant postgraduate qualification.

     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.

     Admissions Statement Read the programme admissions statement for important information on entry requirements, the application process and supporting documents required.

     Go to admissions statement

     English language requirements If English is not your first language, you will need to reach the requirements outlined in our profile level B.

     Further information about English language requirements and profile levels .

     Maths qualification requirements If your degree subject is not listed in the main entry requirements, you must have evidence of an upper second class honours degree which includes three units of mathematics with 60% or above (or international equivalent) in each unit. Examples of acceptable units include:

     *

     Advanced Maths (introductory maths does not count towards maths unit requirements)

     * Algebra/Linear Algebra

     * Calculus

     * Financial Maths

     * Maths

     * Pure Maths

     * Business Mathematics

     * Business Statistics

     * Computer Science (including programming/algorithms)

     * Data Mining/Data Science/ Data Analytics

     * Derivatives

     * Econometrics

     * Financial Modelling

     * Financial Statement Analysis

     * Investment Analysis

     * Probability

     * Quantitative Methods

     * Quantitative Research Methods

     * Statistics/Statistical Methods/Statistical Analysis

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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