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University of Gloucestershire
Postgraduate taught

Financial Technology

MSc

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Study type
Part Time
Course length
2 Years
Campus
Oxstalls, Gloucester
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Course overview

Our MSc in Financial Technology (Fintech) brings together the current knowledge and skills of Fintech industry professionals as well as academics to provide a comprehensive programme with cutting edge technologies. We take an integrated approach to keep you well-informed in the fields of both finance and technology in a transdisciplinary fashion.

The individual modules focus on answering the technical questions of what technological capabilities could achieve within the field of finance, acknowledging the robustness and speed at which these technologies evolve. You’ll have an opportunity to visit Canary Wharf in East London, the financial hub of the world, to interact with financial technologist to witness the rapidity at which financial technologies are evolving.

You’ll also be able to tour the London Stock Exchange (LSE) to develop further understanding on how financial engineering impacted the financial markets.

Study style

The certificate stage modules provide a solid foundation so that you can appreciate what’s possible from adopting technology-based architectures as the basis of decision-making and implementation. The hands-on approach to coding and programming will build the necessary expertise for analysing large financial, social and business-related datasets.

The diploma stage modules will help you understand the nature of existing and emerging challenges for the financial services industry specifically and businesses in general.

At the masters’ level stage, you’ll have the choice between a dissertation and a business case analysis module. Apart from the traditional academic dissertation, you’ll have the opportunity to demonstrate originality in creating or developing solutions to live and emerging issues in industry.

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Entry requirements

    • You should hold at least a  2.2 Bachelors degree with honours.

    • We will consider a comparable professional or postgraduate qualification

    • Students coming from a Finance or Technology background might be exempted from certain modules; however this will be considered on an individual basis.

    • EU and international students need IELTS 6.0 overall (no less than 5.5 in writing and in any other band) or equivalent.

Course modules

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Fees and costs

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Students usually support themselves through a postgraduate loan, private savings, family support or sponsorship from an employer. For advice and guidance on your funding options, contact the Money Advice team at [email protected] or call 01242 714535.

UoG graduates receive 15% off postgraduate tuition fees. Terms apply.

Start date Location Course code Fee (UK)
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Sep 2024 Oxstalls, Gloucester £11,350 £17,800
Jan 2025 Oxstalls, Gloucester £11,350 £17,800
Sep 2025 Oxstalls, Gloucester TBC TBC
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Sep 2026 Oxstalls, Gloucester TBC TBC

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UoG Career promise

At UoG we create a climate for bravery and growth. We instil confidence in all our students, so you can graduate career-ready and meet your ambitions.

96% of our graduates are in work or further study*, but if you’re not in a job 6 months after graduating we’ll guarantee you 6 months of free support, followed by the offer of a paid internship to kickstart your career – plus we’ll commit to lifetime career coaching. Eligibility conditions apply.

*Graduate Outcomes Survey published 2024 and based on 2021/22 leavers

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Careers

This course provides you with the skills and knowledge to lead projects and create compliant, technologically advanced financial solutions. You’ll benefit from the links that we have established with various businesses specifically in the areas of Fintech offering great placement and internship opportunities that could result in exciting career opportunities. These include St. James’s Place (a UK-based wealth management firm), as well as local businesses.

Access to our Fintech hub and incubation centre helps students build connections and network within the community. Our graduates go on to work in various roles across Fintech, business or data analysts, consultants, product managers, or developers.

Get a competitive Advantage

Stay ahead of the competition by achieving a qualification that is transdisciplinary (Finance and Technology) and is in high demand. Fintech graduates earn 20% higher than peers with other masters.

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Fintech Networking Opportunities

Excellent opportunities to develop networks in the Fintech arena from the placement and internship opportunities, and through sandbox hubs, during the programme.

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Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business

Gloucestershire Business School is a member of AACSB International Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.

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ThreeSixty student consultancy

Students on this course will have the chance to get involved with our new student consultancy, ThreeSixty. Based at our state-of-the-art School of Business, you’ll get the opportunity to develop your graduate competencies and attributes by working with business, third sector and individuals on a consultancy basis, solving their challenges.

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Push your possible with a master's degree

Increase your pay potential, specialise in a subject you love, or pursue your passion and switch careers.

UoG alumni can benefit from a postgraduate scholarship discount of 15% off tuition fees.

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Trips and experiences

You’ll have an opportunity to visit Canary Wharf in East London, the financial hub of the world, to interact with financial technologist to witness the rapidity at which financial technologies are evolving.

You’ll also be able tour the London Stock Exchange (LSE) to develop further understanding on how financial engineering impacted the financial markets. One of the important visits would be to the Bank of England (BOE), wherein you’ll be able to interact with BOE staff to understand the role financial regulations (Regtech) play in the fast-paced Fintech industry.

Placements

As part of your course you can gain valuable experience on an optional placement year.

  • Duration – 12 months, full-time (minimum 35 hours a week)
  • Location – popular destinations include the UK, USA, China and Europe
  • Visa – you may need a visa if you’re on placement abroad
  • Finance – your tuition fee is reduced for your placement year – and you can still apply for a maintenance loan and get money advice
  • Placement support – we’ll help you find a great placement and get the most out of the experience

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