find your perfect postgrad program
Search our Database of 30,000 Courses
University of Nottingham: Financial and Computational Mathematics MSc
| Institution | University of Nottingham |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Mathematical Sciences |
| Web | http://www.nottingham.ac.uk |
| Telephone | +44 (0) 115 951 5559 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
Develop your understanding of advanced financial mathematics, combining skills in computational techniques. This course will teach you how mathematical theories and techniques are applied across the financial sector. There is a particular focus on how the methods are used across the financial sector to quantify and hedge risk.
You will be taught by experts from the School of Mathematical Sciences and the School of Economics. The MSc benefits from its own advisory board. It includes university staff and leading industry experts from Capital One and Bloomberg. The panel has an important role to ensure the course remains up-to-date with changes in quantitative finance. Representatives from the panel often provide guest lectures that you can attend throughout the year too.
Our staff are experts in advanced mathematical techniques, they provide support and one-to-one supervision during your dissertation. You will also benefit from practical experience using statistical software. This will develop your skills in mathematical modelling.
Scholarships are available for this masters to help support international students. If you meet the qualification criteria, you could entitled to up to £2,000 to help fund your studies.
The ability to think logically and critically combined with your problem-solving expertise gained on the course, will prepare you for future employment.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 2:1 (upper second class honours degree or international equivalent) in mathematics, physics or engineering. A strong mathematics background is essential. In exceptional cases applicants with a 2.2 (lower second class honours degree or international equivalent) with substantial mathematical content may be considered. IELTS: 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in any element) |
| Location | University Park Campus University of Nottingham Nottingham NG7 2RJ |
Summary
Develop your understanding of advanced financial mathematics, combining skills in computational techniques. This course will teach you how mathematical theories and techniques are applied across the financial sector, in particular to quantify and hedge risk.
You will be taught by experts from the School of Mathematical Sciences and the School of Economics. The MSc benefits from its own advisory board. It includes university staff and leading industry experts from Capital One and Bloomberg. The panel has an important role to ensure the course remains up-to-date with changes in quantitative finance. Representatives from the panel often provide guest lectures that you can attend throughout the year too.
Our staff are experts in advanced mathematical techniques. They provide support and one-to-one supervision during your dissertation. Enjoy hands-on practical experience using statistical software. This will develop your skills in mathematical modelling.
Scholarships are available for this masters to help support international students. If you meet the qualification criteria, you could entitled to up to £2,000 to help fund your studies.
The ability to think logically and critically combined with your problem-solving expertise gained on the course, will prepare you for future employment.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 2:1 (upper second class honours degree or international equivalent) in mathematics, physics or engineering. A strong mathematics background is essential. In exceptional cases applicants with a 2.2 (lower second class honours degree or international equivalent) with substantial mathematical content may be considered. IELTS: 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in any element) |
| Location | University Park Campus University of Nottingham Nottingham NG7 2RJ |
Not what you are looking for?
Browse other courses in Business studies, Finance, Computer science, Information technology, Science, Mathematics or Economics, or search our comprehensive database of postgrad programs.Scholarship Opportunity with Postgrad.com
Are you a PG student at this University or have you applied to study a postgraduate program at a university in Europe? Tell us your plans and qualify for a £500.00 PGS Scholarship.
Click here
