MSc Banking and Finance
University of Essex
Student rating
This is the overall rating calculated by averaging all live reviews for this uni on Whatuni.
( 4.2) View reviews

Want to know what it's like to study this course at uni? We've got all the key info, from entry requirements to the modules on offer. If that all sounds good, why not check out reviews from real students or even book onto an upcoming open days?

Different course options
2 options available
academic-cap
Qualification

MSc - Master of Science

location-pin
Location

Colchester Campus

beaker
Study mode

Full Time

calendar
Start date

SEP-25

time
Duration

1 year

Course info

Select a course option


Qualification

MSc - Master of Science

Location

Colchester Campus

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

SEP-25

Duration

1 year

SELECTED

Qualification

MSc - Master of Science

Location

Colchester Campus

Study mode

Part Time

Start date

SEP-25

Duration

2 years

SELECT

Subjects

Select a subject


Accounting & Finance
SELECTED

Exam type

Select a an exam type


Location

Select student location


Domestic
SELECTED

EU
SELECT

Rest of World
SELECT

Course info

The banking and finance sector has a direct influence on wider society as well as the global economy and is therefore subject to rigorous regulation. You will investigate the impact of regulation, how banks create value for stakeholders and how the banking and finance sector is responding to the Covid-19 pandemic and the impact of its health, social and economic fallout.MSc Banking and Finance builds on your existing knowledge of finance, economics, or business to prepare you for a challenging ...Read more

The banking and finance sector has a direct influence on wider society as well as the global economy and is therefore subject to rigorous regulation. You will investigate the impact of regulation, how banks create value for stakeholders and how the banking and finance sector is responding to the Covid-19 pandemic and the impact of its health, social and economic fallout.

MSc Banking and Finance builds on your existing knowledge of finance, economics, or business to prepare you for a challenging and rewarding career in the banking sector.

You’ll explore bank efficiency, bank failures and crises, regulatory frameworks, and risk. You’ll investigate the challenges of modern banking and understand how innovation in financial technology has disrupted the sector.

MSc Banking and Finance covers contemporary banking and finance issues, such as:

  • portfolio management
  • modern banking methods
  • bank strategy and risk
  • regulation and the internationalisation process

This course is taught at Essex Business School at our Colchester Campus. Our students and staff join us from all over the world and our teaching is grounded in contemporary issues and professional practice.

Essex has one of the largest groups of finance academics in the UK, providing a wide range of courses in banking, finance, investment, risk management and financial econometrics. This means you’ll also be able to choose from a huge range of optional modules to tailor your course to your interests and aspirations.

Our aim is to give you the best foundation for a career in banking or elsewhere in the finance sector. We want to help you understand the theory and put it into practice.

Your future

MSc Banking and Finance provides you with the foundation for a rewarding career in banking and finance, equipping you with the skills to lead at a global level. 90% of University of Essex’s postgraduate graduates are in employment or further study (Graduate Outcomes 2021).

Many of our graduates enjoy roles in a host of occupations, including financial analysis, management, public administration, and accountancy. They work for high-profile organisations and innovative SMEs such as:

  • National Bank of Kazakhstan
  • KPMG
  • Cerulli Associates, a research and consulting firm specialising in asset management
  • European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)
  • Groupon
  • Capital Markets Intelligence, a financial publisher
  • Credit Data Research, a business funder
  • PwC Deutschland

Our Student Support team work closely with the University’s Employability and Careers service to help you with careers information and advice and CV support. They will help you find work experience, internships, placements, and voluntary opportunities and provide access to employer talks on campus. We also work closely with the Essex Start-ups team to support our budding entrepreneurs get their business ideas off the ground.

Key stats

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
35/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
55th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
30th
What students say
MT
Muhammad Tariq
18 Feb 24

University has a vast campus with much facilities but there must be a swimming pool aswell..Read more

D
Deenpal
26 Jan 24

the campus is great and has so many things to..Read more

Modules

Modules (Year 1)
Modules (Year 1)
IDP Connect

Entry requirements

A 2:2 degree, or international equivalent, in one of the following subjects (with no module requirements): Business / Commerce, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Natural Science, Data Analysis, Statistics or we will also consider applicants who hold a CFA Institute Programme Level One, Two or Three (pass or above).

Tuition fees

Students living in

Domestic

£14,300 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Domestic

This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

Fees will increase for each academic year of study.

£22,400 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

Fees will increase for each academic year of study.

£22,400 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

Fees will increase for each academic year of study.

IDP Connect

Latest reviews

Latest Banking reviews

Banking
Banking
Finance / Accounting (General)
MT
Muhammad Tariq
18 Feb 24
MSc Banking and Finance
University has a vast campus with much facilities but there must be a swimming pool aswell...
Read more
D
Deenpal
26 Jan 24
Banking and Finance BSc (Hons)
the campus is great and has so many things to...
Read more
Review breakdown
University rating
University rating
Students' union
Societies and Sports
University halls
Facilities
Lecturers and teaching quality
Local life
Career prospects
Student support
Location
Campus look and feel
Student life
Course rating
Course content
Work placements and internships
Tutor contact time
Subject facilities
University location
Cost of living
Safety
Public transport
Part-time work opportunities
Graduate employment opportunities
Diversity
Location
Safety
Room allocation
Internet/wifi
Value for money
Property management

How Banking students rated:

Student rating
( 4.6) 16 reviews
5 star
57%
4 stars
43%
3 stars
0%
2 stars
0%
1 star
0%

How all students rated:

Student rating
( 4.2) 2,008 reviews
5 star
41%
4 stars
45%
3 stars
13%
2 stars
1%
1 star
0%
Search reviews that mention

Uni info

University of Essex
University of Essex , Colchester

The University of Essex prides itself on being at the forefront of research innovation and global change....

Student rating
( 4.2) View reviews
CUG ranking
30th
University of Essex
University of Essex Wivenhoe Park Colchester Essex CO4 3SQ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Hythe   0.6 miles away

Similar courses at this uni

Find a course

  • Undergraduate
  • HND / HNC
  • Foundation degree
  • Access & foundation
  • Postgraduate