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University of Sussex: Financial Data Analytics
| Institution | University of Sussex View institution profile |
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| Department | Informatics |
| Web | www.sussex.ac.uk |
| pg.enquiries@sussex.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01273 876787 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
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The financial industry is in a period of change. Information is available in more detail than ever before. This creates a need for quantitative analysts with a profound understanding of financial principles, along with data science and mathematics skills.
This MSc introduces you to the dynamic world of quantitative finance, the revolutionary ideas of data analytics and the rigorous elegance of mathematics. During your studies, you’ll:
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gain the practical skills to solve real-world problems
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feel at home in the communities of quantitative analysts, mathematicians and computer scientists
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learn about the leading principles of quantitative finance, the foundations of data science and machine learning, and methods of computer programming.
When you graduate, you’ll be proficient in analytic thinking and systematic reasoning. You’ll have excellent research skills and will be able to communicate complex ideas. With your knowledge and expertise, you’ll be well prepared for jobs in a wide range of professions.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | You should have a lower second-class (2.2) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your qualification should show evidence of your ability in mathematics or quantitative-related areas. You are ideally suited to this course if you have a degree such as mathematics, finance, economics, statistics, engineering, information technology, computing, science. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
About the course
The financial industry is in a period of change. Information is available in more detail than ever before. This creates a need for quantitative analysts with a profound understanding of financial principles, along with data science and mathematics skills.
This MSc introduces you to the dynamic world of quantitative finance, the revolutionary ideas of data analytics and the rigorous elegance of mathematics. During your studies, you’ll:
-
gain the practical skills to solve real-world problems
-
feel at home in the communities of quantitative analysts, mathematicians and computer scientists
-
learn about the leading principles of quantitative finance, the foundations of data science and machine learning, and methods of computer programming.
When you graduate, you’ll be proficient in analytic thinking and systematic reasoning. You’ll have excellent research skills and will be able to communicate complex ideas. With your knowledge and expertise, you’ll be well prepared for jobs in a wide range of professions.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should have a lower second-class (2.2) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your qualification should show evidence of your ability in mathematics or quantitative-related areas. You are ideally suited to this course if you have a degree such as mathematics, finance, economics, statistics, engineering, information technology, computing, science. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
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