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MSc - Master of Science
Sheffield Hallam University
Full Time
JAN
16 months
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MSc - Master of Science
Sheffield Hallam University
Full Time
JAN
16 months
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Course summary
Learn how financial markets work and apply your knowledge on this varied course delivered in conjunction with a global proprietary trading firm. This course will equip you with knowledge of both traditional and contemporary assets classes including cryptocurrencies and blockchain. You’ll learn how to trade both futures and options on major exchanges and how algorithms can be used to automate trading, preparing you for a successful career within the industry.
How you learn
All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.
Our teaching staff include experienced academics, many of which have also had senior careers in Finance and have worked in the global financial markets. Their industry knowledge and expertise feeds into the learning and teaching for this course. This is reinforced with expert lecturers and regular industry guests, who will help you tackle both theoretical concepts and practical challenges. In addition, the course includes a standalone trading qualification delivered by a global proprietary trading firm.
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You typically need one of the following: 2.2 honours degree in a relevant subject; recognised professional qualification or equivalent in a relevant subject Relevant subjects include business management ,finance, accounting, economics, banking, law, the natural sciences, IT and computing. We consider applicants without these academic qualifications’ dependant on personal, professional and work experience and other formal qualifications. You may also be able to claim credit points which can reduce the amount of time it takes to complete your qualification at Sheffield Hallam.
Students living in
Domestic
£13,095 per year
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)
£19,130 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£19,130 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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