MSc Financial Technology (FinTech) and Business Analytics

Course overview

This MSc develops specialist knowledge in FinTech, business analytics, financial data analysis, Artificial Intelligence and programming. It focuses on data-driven financial decision-making and real-world applications, including access to financial and economic datasets. Students develop skills in financial technology management, AI in finance, business and financial analytics, Python programming, digital transformation and research methods. The final project can be completed as a dissertation, case study or new business development proposal.

Course details

Degree level

Master's

Duration

1 year

Intake

January 2027

Tuition fee

£15,500 / year

Initial deposit

£1,500 initial deposit is required to proceed with the interview. 100% tuition fee deposit/payment is required to receive the CAS letter.

Country

England

Campus

Queen's Park

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English Language Requirements

Main English Requirements

Alternative English Requirements

Only the tests listed here are shown as accepted for this course.

Entry requirements

General entry requirements

Normally a 2:2 Honours degree or equivalent in any discipline. International applicants should have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent suitable for postgraduate study. Applicants with non-standard qualifications may be considered individually. Relevant work or voluntary experience may also be taken into consideration. Applicants may be invited to an informal interview if required. English requirement: IELTS 6.5 overall, with minimum 5.5 in each sub-skill, or an accepted equivalent.

Scholarships & discounts

PG: Up to £2,250 £1,250 confirmed tuition fee discount Additional £1,000 Merit Scholarship for students with 65% or above UG: Up to £1,000 Merit Scholarship 75% required for Science subjects 80% required for Humanities subjects

Pre-CAS interview

Required

Yes — a Pre-CAS / credibility interview is part of the process

Interview type

On CAS Shield

Stage

After the initial deposit is paid

Format

Recorded interview

Deposit

£1,500

Course modules

Modules – 180 Credits Core Modules 1. Quantitative Techniques for Financial Analysis – 20 credits (BU7045) 2. Artificial Intelligence in Finance and Analytics – 40 credits (BU7080) 3. Programming for Business Analytics – 40 credits (BU7081) 4. Research Methods for Accounting and Finance – 20 credits (BU7059) Choose One Final Project – 60 Credits 1. Dissertation for Accounting and Finance – 60 credits (BU7068) OR 1. New Business Development Proposal – 60 credits (BU7053) OR 1. Case Study in Context – 60 credits (BU7052) Total: 180 credits. Optional 2-Year Placement/Project Route Students choosing the two-year full-time route complete a preparation module, Advance Professional Practice (WB7102), followed by either a Professional Placement or Professional Project in Year 2. The placement/project runs for a minimum of 30 weeks / 1,000 work-based project hours. The traditional final project is replaced by the Year 2 placement/project. The optional second year costs an additional £2,900, giving a total international fee of £18,400 for 2026/27. Students must secure their own placement/project with University support.