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Kingston University: Financial Technology
| Institution | Kingston University View institution profile |
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| Department | Department of Accounting Finance and Informatics |
| Web | www.kingston.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| admissionsops@kingston.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 02033089932 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
About this course
This new course has been designed to prepare graduates and professionals with the skills needed to launch a career in FinTech or the financial services sector.
You will develop in-demand analytical and programming skills alongside a thorough understanding of key trends in financial technology such as blockchain, cryptocurrency and machine learning. With access to real-time financial data via our dedicated Bloomberg Trading Room, you will be taught by academics actively researching the FinTech sector along with industry experts to ensure your skills are at the forefront of this exciting sector.
The course includes a practical project which can either take the form of a professional consultancy project, research dissertation, or your own fintech start-up or process efficiency solution, supported by our specialist innovation incubator, The Nest.
Reasons to choose Kingston - This course is taught by research-active staff and provides cutting-edge knowledge regarding the latest developments in financial technology.
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You'll have the opportunity to enhance your learning and employability by gaining the Bloomberg Market Concepts certification.
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We are ideally located close to central London, one of the world's leading FinTech hubs, where we have extensive industry connections which help students to secure professional placements.
Example modules
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FinTech, Funding and Strategy
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Blockchain FinTech Applications
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Programming and Big Data in Finance
For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage.
Career opportunities This course will typically lead graduates to careers within finance, financial technology, financial services, compliance and quantitative analysis.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:2 or above honours degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. Candidates with non-standard qualifications but with relevant experience are welcome to apply. If you do not have an honours degree you will need to show us evidence that you know enough about the relevant subjects to understand the course materials. Evidence might be a professional qualification, training, or work experience in a relevant field. Please contact the postgraduate admissions team to find out more. |
| Location | Kingston Hill Kingston Hill Kingston upon Thames KT2 7LB |
Fees
| England | 12100 GBP for Year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | 12100 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 12100 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 12100 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 17500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:2 or above honours degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. Candidates with non-standard qualifications but with relevant experience are welcome to apply. If you do not have an honours degree you will need to show us evidence that you know enough about the relevant subjects to understand the course materials. Evidence might be a professional qualification, training, or work experience in a relevant field. Please contact the postgraduate admissions team to find out more. |
| Location | Kingston Hill Kingston Hill Kingston upon Thames KT2 7LB |
Fees
| England | 12100 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 12100 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 12100 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 12100 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 17500 GBP for Year 1 |
Overview
Our new Town House Strategy will transform our students’ education. It will create a culture of high performance
that is inclusive, innovative, ambitious and enterprising.
Many of our courses are accredited by professional bodies and give you the opportunity to engage with industry experts. You will be taught by lecturers working as professionals in their field of expertise, including many who conduct world-leading research and have received prestigious awards. Many of our postgraduate courses offer a work placement, allowing you to gain essential experience relevant to your studies.
Above all, alongside our teaching and research credentials, we are known …
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