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Newcastle University: Banking and Finance
| Institution | Newcastle University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Newcastle University Business School |
| Web | Visit Newcastle University website |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Develop the skills and expertise to pursue a career in the banking and financial market industries.
The financial services sector has grown worldwide. There is greater demand for professionals with specialist skills and competencies in banking and finance. This course responds to trends and issues in global financial services industries.
Our Banking and Finance MSc degree will: - teach you how retail and investment banks function within financial markets
- strengthen your understanding of the role of other financial intermediaries
You'll develop the skills and expertise for a career in the banking and financial market industries.
This course will suit you if you're interested in the following careers:
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banker in retail and investment banks
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financial trader, financial analyst or risk manager
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economist in private and government organisations
You'll study and apply theoretical frameworks in banking and finance. The course will encourage you to engage with contemporary debates. This could include issues related to financial markets and institutions.
Throughout your study, you'll meet experts from the financial industry. You'll gain insight into the world of finance and advice on your future career.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree, or an international equivalent. You also need to show a firm grasp of: If this is not evident from your transcripts, please use your personal statement to give details of your mathematical knowledge. We will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have a 2:2 honours degree and substantial, relevant, professional experience. English Language Requirements If you have lower English Language scores, you may be accepted onto a pre-sessional English course. Our typical English Language requirements are listed as IELTS scores but we also accept a wide range of English Language tests. The equivalent academic qualifications that we accept are listed on our country pages. |
| Location | Main Site (Newcastle) King's Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree, or an international equivalent. You also need to show a firm grasp of: If this is not evident from your transcripts, please use your personal statement to give details of your mathematical knowledge. We will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have a 2:2 honours degree and substantial, relevant, professional experience. English Language Requirements If you have lower English Language scores, you may be accepted onto a pre-sessional English course. Our typical English Language requirements are listed as IELTS scores but we also accept a wide range of English Language tests. The equivalent academic qualifications that we accept are listed on our country pages. |
| Location | Main Site (Newcastle) King's Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU |
Newcastle University
Newcastle University is a World Top 140 university (QS World University Rankings 2026) and founding member of the prestigious Russell Group of world-class, research-intensive UK universities.
Committed to excellence, innovation and creativity, it is pioneering solutions that can change the world. Through world-class research it tackles some of the biggest challenges facing society globally, leading in its key strengths of ageing and health, data, cities and place, culture and creative arts, and one planet. The UK’s Research Excellence Framework 2021 assessed its research as world-leading with outstanding impact.
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