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Master of Financial Technology

University of Essex

  • Colchester, United Kingdom
  • 1 year
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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About the program

An undergraduate degree combining finance, Management and computing for technology-driven financial work.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (2): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Explain the principal concepts and methods of Financial Technology. Apply knowledge involving four-year. Interpret relevant information
  • Work on discipline-specific assignments
  • And communicate findings effectively.

Career outcomes

  • Financial Analyst
  • Banking Associate
  • Economic Research Assistant
  • Risk Analyst

Curriculum

  • Four-year
  • 120-credit plan: accounting
  • Economics
  • Management and marketing core
  • Computing and data courses including Python
  • Machine learning
  • Data mining and blockchain
  • Finance courses on markets
  • Investments and derivatives
  • General education and free electives.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • UK entry: A 2:2 degree in one of the following subjects (with no module requirements): Computer Science
  • Economics
  • Engineering
  • Finance
  • Maths
  • Physics
  • Statistics
  • We will consider applicants with any other 2:2 degree or above which includes: At least one Maths or Econometrics module
  • Such as: Calculus
  • International equivalents are listed by country on the course page.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree (UK 2:2 or 2:1 honours or recognised international equivalent), By course, Some courses need subject modules, Professional qualifications, CV, References or interview (Essex MBA, Pre-registration health courses).

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Test Results
  • Personal Statement
  • Curriculum Vitae.

How to apply

  1. Check the course page
  2. Entry requirements and deadlines. Apply online through the postgraduate application system. Upload transcripts
  3. English language evidence and any personal statement
  4. CV or references the course asks for. Attend an interview or audition if the course requires one. Accept the offer and pay the tuition fee deposit (or show recognised sponsor funding) to receive your CAS. Apply for a Student visa with the CAS and proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year£25,925 GBP
Application fee£50 GBP
Deposit£36,752 GBP

Program details

CampusColchester Campus
Faculty or schoolFaculty of Science and Health
DepartmentSchool of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value180
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay2
Scholarship noteScholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    October 2027

    Apply by

    No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 1 year.