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University of Strathclyde: Quantitative Finance
| Institution | University of Strathclyde View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Faculty of Science |
| Web | https://www.strath.ac.uk/ |
| science-masters@strath.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0141 548 3623 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
The MSc in Quantitative Finance has been developed to address the demand for market-aware graduates who can demonstrate an understanding of mathematical models used in financial tools, products and software.
The course is an innovative cross-faculty alliance between Strathclyde Business School and the Faculty of Science. It's been designed for those with a strong aptitude for mathematics, statistics and computing who haven't studied these topics in detail in their undergraduate degree. The course allows students with different degree backgrounds to learn the necessary skills to move into the financial industry.
The programme will prepare you for a career in financial engineering and risk management leading to roles as hedge fund manager or financial analyst.
MSc
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Minimum second-class honours degree or international equivalent in: engineering; science subjects (e.g. physics, chemistry or computing science); business subjects (e.g. business studies, accounting or economics. Mathematics/statistics graduates should contact the course director to discuss applying for this course. Prospective students with relevant experience or appropriate professional qualifications are also welcome to apply. For Australia and Canada, normal degrees in relevant disciplines are accepted. You must have an English language minimum score of IELTS 6.0 (with no component below 5.5). |
| Location | University of Strathclyde McCance Building 16 Richmond Street Glasgow G1 1XQ |
Fees
| England | 14500 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 14500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 14500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 14500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 14500 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 25400 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Minimum second-class honours degree or international equivalent in: engineering; science subjects (e.g. physics, chemistry or computing science); business subjects (e.g. business studies, accounting or economics. Mathematics/statistics graduates should contact the course director to discuss applying for this course. Prospective students with relevant experience or appropriate professional qualifications are also welcome to apply. For Australia and Canada, normal degrees in relevant disciplines are accepted. You must have an English language minimum score of IELTS 6.0 (with no component below 5.5). |
| Location | University of Strathclyde McCance Building 16 Richmond Street Glasgow G1 1XQ |
Fees
| England | 14500 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 14500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 14500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 14500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 14500 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 25400 GBP for Year 1 |
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Founded in 1796 as 'a place of useful learning', the University of Strathclyde has around 30,000 students from more than 140 nations. A leading international technological university, we are located in the heart of Glasgow - one of the UK’s largest cities.
We have been delivering academic excellence through world-class research and teaching, providing students with flexible, innovative learning in preparation for their chosen career path for more than 200 years.
The University has been awarded Scottish University of the Year 2024, and UK University …
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