What we’re looking for
Entry requirements
- A first or 2.1 degree in a relevant undergraduate subject from a UK university or an equivalent qualification from a globally recognised institution
- A background in Finance, Economics and Econometrics would be advantageous
- When assessing your academic record, we take into account your grade average, and the position of the institution where you studied your qualification.
Our MSc Finance programme is tailored for talented individuals with an aspiration to excel in the dynamic world of finance.
Resonating with the modern finance sector’s technical nature, we provide a comprehensive, quantitative curriculum designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge essential for a thriving career. Candidates who have aspirations in finance and have studied quantitative undergraduate degrees, such as Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Data Science, and Engineering are also encouraged to apply, especially those who have opted for finance electives in those programmes.
For those applicants with a quantitative degree at undergraduate level, but who have not yet studied Finance, we offer a supplementary course that you can take at your own pace in Summer 2025. These will provide you with additional skills and knowledge in Finance for you to succeed on the course. We may require engagement with this supplementary course depending on your academic background.
English language requirements
If English is not your first language, you must meet a minimum overall standard in a recognised test of English, examples are shown below. You must show a good balance across all sections of the test and it must have been taken within two years of starting the course. We will require your certificates as evidence.
IELTS (Academic)
7.0
Overall IELTS (Academic, UKVI or Online) score of 7.0 with a maximum of two language components at lowest level 6.0/6.5 and the rest at 7.0 or above
CPE
190 overall
2 x 170, 2 x 190
CAE
190 overall
2 x 170, 2 x 190
TOEFL
100
Minimum language components L21, R22, W21, S23
Trinity ISE III
Merit, Merit, Pass, Pass in four components
Trinity ISE IV
Pass, Pass, Pass, Pass in four components
Duolingo
Band A: 120
(with at least 110 in each component)
Band B: 130
(with at least 110 in two components and 130 in two components)
Band C: 140
(with at least 120 in two components and 140 in two components)
Educated in the English language?
If you are a non-native speaker of English but have been educated entirely in English for your degree, and completed this within the last two years, this may satisfy the University of your language skills.
Further course requirements
We advise that you will need a personal computing device for your MSc year.
The latest specification guidance is available on the University's website.
Visas
Please see the University's Student Experience: Immigration and Compliance website for the latest information on visa requirements.
If you need support or advice with your immigration status or visa application, our Immigration & Compliance team will be happy to support you with any queries or issues relating to your personal circumstances.