Mathematical Trading and Finance MSc
City, University of London
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MSc - Master of Science

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30-SEP-24

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MSc - Master of Science

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OverviewWho is it for?Would you like to develop innovative and effective trading strategies in the financial market with the help of advanced mathematical and statistical tools? Join the Mathematical Trading and Finance master’s to understand how to use your excellent applied mathematical skills in the world of finance.In the MSc Mathematical Trading and Finance, you will focus on the tools used to develop algorithms for optimal investment decisions across various asset classes, and to monitor ...Read more

Overview

Who is it for?

Would you like to develop innovative and effective trading strategies in the financial market with the help of advanced mathematical and statistical tools? Join the Mathematical Trading and Finance master’s to understand how to use your excellent applied mathematical skills in the world of finance.

In the MSc Mathematical Trading and Finance, you will focus on the tools used to develop algorithms for optimal investment decisions across various asset classes, and to monitor and assess trading risk in your books.

Consequently, emphasis is given to quantitative structuring and trading, and Machine Learning techniques. You will also acquire a sound knowledge of risk management, key financial securities such as equities, fixed income products and derivatives, asset pricing, and stochastic modelling. Finally, you will master advance programming skills in Python and Matlab.

Career pathways

Our MSc in Mathematical Trading and Finance prepares you for success in the UK and around the world, in finance and related areas, within large investment banks, small specialist financial companies or boutique firms.

Your career path may take you into work as a quantitative, research or equity analyst, in risk management, on fixed income security desks, in the asset management industry including hedge funds, or into investment banking. You will also have the skills to study for a PhD in the area of quantitative finance and financial markets.

You’ll get support on identifying and achieving your goals from our careers team throughout your course, and benefit from our industry links and alumni network.

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14th
CUG Ranking
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42nd

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Entry requirements

A UK upper second class degree or above, or the equivalent from an overseas institution. Your academic background should be in a highly quantitative subject such as mathematics, physics, engineering, economics or computer science and having covered areas such as statistics, linear algebra and calculus. Work experience is not a requirement for this course.

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£31,500 per year

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The tuition fee for Sep 2022 entry is: £29,500. There might be slight increase in fee for 2023/24 entry.

£31,500 per year

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£31,500 per year

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City, University of London
City, University of London , City of London

City, University of London is a leading UK institution, offering an innovative programme of undergraduate and postgraduate degree...

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City, University of London
106 Bunhill Row London EC1Y 8TZ United Kingdom
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