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MSc - Master of Science
Strand Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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MSc - Master of Science
Waterloo Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 Year
MSc - Master of Science
Strand Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
MSc - Master of Science
Main Site
Full Time
SEP-25
1 Year
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The Computational Finance MSc will introduce you to the computational methods that are widely used by practitioners and financial institutions in todays markets. This course will provide you with a solid foundation not only in traditional quantitative methods and financial instruments, but also scientific computing, numerical methods, high-performance computing, distributed ledgers, big-data analytics and agent-based modelling. These techniques will be used to understand financial markets from a post-crisis perspective which incorporates findings from the study of financial markets at high-frequency timescales, modern approaches to understanding systematic risk and financial contagion, and disruptive technologies such as distributed-ledgers and cryptocurrencies.
The Computational Finance MSc provides an understanding of modern financial technology (FinTech) including electronic trading and distributed-ledger technology. You will gain practical hands-on techniques for working with and analysing financial data, which draw on modern developments in Artificial Intelligence and Big Data technology. There will be opportunity to understand the practical aspects of quantitative finance and FinTech from industry experts located in the heart of one of the worlds financial centres. We will use a delivery method that will ensure you have a rich, exciting experience from the start. Face to face teaching will be complemented and supported with innovative technology so that students also experience elements of digital learning and assessment. The course is taught at the Strand and Waterloo Campuses. This puts you in the heart of London with access to all its academic resources and within easy reach of the social and entertainment attractions of one of the worlds most cosmopolitan cities. The Department of Informatics is based in Bush House, Strand Campus.
A minimum high 2:1 undergraduate Bachelors (honours) degree with a final mark of at least 65% or above
If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip). A Bachelor's degree with a high (minimum of 65%) 2:1 honours (or international equivalent) in Computer Science or another relevant quantitative discipline (such as Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Natural Science, Electronic Engineering, General Engineering, Operations Research, or a joint degree in two such subjects).
Applicants should also have a sound background in basic mathematics, in particular familiarity with standard concepts of calculus, trigonometry, linear algebra, vectors and matrix mathematics. In addition, applicants should be competent in computer programming, close to the level expected at the end of the first year of a BSc honours degree in computer science.
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£12,468 per year
Students from Domestic
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£37,368 per year
Students from EU
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£37,368 per year
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