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MSc - Master of Science
UCL (University College London)
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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MSc - Master of Science
UCL (University College London)
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
MSc - Master of Science
UCL (University College London)
Part Time
SEP-25
2 years
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The programme focusus on major practical and theoretical applications in banking and the most innovative aspects of digital finance. The programme emphasises the analytical foundation of finance and financial products, focusing on theory and methods and making extensive use of relevant practical applications. The primary objectives of our Banking and Digital Finance MSc are to provide students with the tools and skills to gain an in-depth understanding of the finance and banking industry. The programme is highly applied and the teaching is also research-driven, thus allowing students to have access to the most innovative aspects of digital finance. This MSc is available as a one year full time programme. We aim to schedule compulsory teaching components over two days.;
Careers
The programme aims to produce graduates who will serve the needs of universal banks, mutual and pension funds, investment banks, governments, central banks, advisory bodies and the fintech industry. The MSc will provide graduates with a systematic understanding of banking, financial systems and the advanced technological application of finance, the external context of these areas, and how they are managed. Graduates will be competent in applying a range of digital tools, taking account of their relationship and interaction with banking and financial markets. Through having gained critical awareness of current issues and the development of financial systems and markets, graduates will be able to convey their knowledge of leading-edge practice and research in the field.
Employability
Once they enter professional practice, graduates from this programme will be able to demonstrate knowledge, understanding and skills in the following areas: analytical aspects of banking and financial markets; interpretation and analysis of data and big data; banking products and operations; crypto economics; AI and machine learning.
A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree in an appropriate subject such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Economics or other highly numerate disciplines. Knowledge of mathematical methods and introductory probability and statistics is also required. Applicants must show an interest in developing thinking and problem-solving skills.
Students living in
Domestic
£38,300 per year
Students from Domestic
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£38,300 per year
Students from EU
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£38,300 per year
Students from International
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