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University of Bristol: Financial Technology with Data Science
| Institution | University of Bristol |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Economics |
| Web | https://www.bristol.ac.uk |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
From crowdfunding to cryptocurrencies, and from automated trading to Alipay, recent innovations in financial technologies have revolutionised the way we spend, save, borrow, and invest. Companies in the financial services sector are now able to intelligently harness data to provide tailored products and services; big technology corporations offer financial services to customers through their social media accounts; and disruptive technology startups have quickly scaled to challenge the dominance of traditional banks by developing new forms of finance from the ground up.
This MSc offers an opportunity to join the financial technology revolution. You will learn the key design features of a number of financial technology applications and will develop skills to implement, assess and engineer these technologies. You will also develop an understanding of the computational, statistical and machine learning principles necessary for insightful large-scale data analysis used in data-driven finance.
Hosted by a world-leading engineering faculty, this is a technology-focused MSc and not a finance or accounting programme that is traditionally provided by a business school. Therefore, we expect applicants to have a strong background in computer science, engineering, or a numerate science; a background in economics or finance is not expected or required.
This MSc is likely to appeal to applicants looking to start or advance their careers in data-driven finance and technology. The UK is a world leader in financial technology and the Bristol region has a flourishing fintech ecosystem. The programme has been co-designed with industrial partners and will offer opportunities to engage with industry on real-world commercial projects.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A strong (65%) upper-second class honours degree (or international equivalent) in a numerate science, computer science, or engineering. Examples of acceptable degree titles include, but are not limited to Computer Science, Computing, Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research, Data Science, Software, Engineering, Psychology, Physics, Chemistry, Genetics, Biology, Neuroscience, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Econometrics, AstroPhysics, Geology / Earth Sciences, Civil, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Systems, Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Manufacturing, Engineering, Software Engineering, Mining Engineering or Medicine. For applicants who are currently completing a degree, we understand that their final grade may be higher than the interim grades or module/unit grades they achieve during their studies. We will consider applicants whose interim grades are currently slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements. We may make these applicants an aspirational offer. This offer would be at the standard level, so the applicant would need to achieve the standard entry requirements by the end of their degree. Specific module requirements may still apply. We will consider applicants whose grades are slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements, if they have at least one of the following: - evidence of significant, relevant work experience; If this is the case, applicants should include their CV (curriculum vitae / résumé) when they apply, showing details of their relevant work experience and/or qualifications. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website. |
| Location | Clifton Campus Tyndall Park Road to Park Row Bristol BS8 1TH |
Fees
| England | 17700 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 17700 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 17700 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 17700 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 17700 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 34200 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 34200 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A strong (65%) upper-second class honours degree (or international equivalent) in a numerate science, computer science, or engineering. Examples of acceptable degree titles include, but are not limited to Computer Science, Computing, Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research, Data Science, Software, Engineering, Psychology, Physics, Chemistry, Genetics, Biology, Neuroscience, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Econometrics, AstroPhysics, Geology / Earth Sciences, Civil, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Systems, Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Manufacturing, Engineering, Software Engineering, Mining Engineering or Medicine. For applicants who are currently completing a degree, we understand that their final grade may be higher than the interim grades or module/unit grades they achieve during their studies. We will consider applicants whose interim grades are currently slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements. We may make these applicants an aspirational offer. This offer would be at the standard level, so the applicant would need to achieve the standard entry requirements by the end of their degree. Specific module requirements may still apply. We will consider applicants whose grades are slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements, if they have at least one of the following: - evidence of significant, relevant work experience; If this is the case, applicants should include their CV (curriculum vitae / résumé) when they apply, showing details of their relevant work experience and/or qualifications. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website. |
| Location | Clifton Campus Tyndall Park Road to Park Row Bristol BS8 1TH |
Fees
| England | 8850 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 8850 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 8850 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 8850 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 8850 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A strong (65%) upper-second class honours degree (or international equivalent) in a numerate science, computer science, or engineering. Examples of acceptable degree titles include, but are not limited to Computer Science, Computing, Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research, Data Science, Software, Engineering, Psychology, Physics, Chemistry, Genetics, Biology, Neuroscience, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Econometrics, AstroPhysics, Geology / Earth Sciences, Civil, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Systems, Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Manufacturing, Engineering, Software Engineering, Mining Engineering or Medicine. For applicants who are currently completing a degree, we understand that their final grade may be higher than the interim grades or module/unit grades they achieve during their studies. We will consider applicants whose interim grades are currently slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements. We may make these applicants an aspirational offer. This offer would be at the standard level, so the applicant would need to achieve the standard entry requirements by the end of their degree. Specific module requirements may still apply. We will consider applicants whose grades are slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements, if they have at least one of the following: - evidence of significant, relevant work experience; If this is the case, applicants should include their CV (curriculum vitae / résumé) when they apply, showing details of their relevant work experience and/or qualifications. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website. |
| Location | Clifton Campus Tyndall Park Road to Park Row Bristol BS8 1TH |
Fees
| England | 5900 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 5900 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 5900 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 5900 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 5900 GBP for Year 1 |
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