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Masters Degree Description

Develop the technical skills to examine and uncover patterns in data and address critical business challenges impacting the finance industry today.

The MSc Financial Analytics at Swansea University is a specialised, technical-driven and practically oriented programme. It is designed for those wanting to accelerate into a dynamic career in the finance and investments industry, in roles such as Data Specialist, Consultant or Portfolio Manager, as well for as those wanting to undertake further research in finance through a PhD. Though applicants should have an undergraduate degree or equivalent in a quantitative field, no computer science or programming is required.

You will explore key topics, including big data in finance, programming for financial applications, econometrics, financial risk forecasting and advanced data analytics. You will also develop the skills to utilise big data and data analytics, programming languages (e.g. Python, R), and visualisation tools so you can apply appropriate financial analytics models and effectively inform investment decisions.

Entry Requirements

Typical Offer
2:2

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Fees

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Programme Funding

We offer a wide range of scholarships and bursaries for both taught and research courses to help you fund your study.

Student Destinations

We have an excellent track record of placing our graduates with major multinational companies.

Your MSc Financial Analytics programme will prove to employers you have the technical skills to succeed in today’s financial world and that you are a strategic thinker with expertise in data analytics.

Your next step could be in any of these roles:

Finance Analyst
Fund Manager
Data Specialist
Portfolio Manager
Consultant

Module Details

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