Apply to the MSc in Statistics (Financial Statistics) at LSE – funding opportunities available

Become part of LSE! Join the Department of Statistics, home to internationally respected experts in statistics and data science.

Embark on the Financial Statistics stream of the MSc Statistics programme, meticulously designed for those with aspirations in the finance industry or as a preparatory stepping stone for pursuing a PhD in statistics with a focus on finance.

You’ll benefit from:

1. Finance-focused statistical expertise: attain high-level statistical training uniquely tailored for applications in the finance sector. Develop skills to meticulously analyse and critically interpret financial data, construct statistical models for real-world scenarios, and effectively utilise statistical software packages.
2. Comprehensive curriculum: the mandatory courses solidify your grasp of foundational concepts in probability and statistics while introducing advanced topics. Customise your learning journey by selecting from a range of options, including statistics with financial or social science applications, data science, or approved courses from other departments.

Graduate Destinations

The programme offers outstanding prospects for both employment and further academic pursuit.

Find out about the support available to students through LSE Careers and LSE Alumni.

Scholarships and other funding

LSE recognises that the cost of living in London may be higher than in your hometown or country. We make available million of pounds annually in financial aid for our students with both Home and Overseas fee status through a wide variety of scholarships, such as the Graduate Support Scheme, Master’s Awards and Anniversary Scholarships. Around one quarter of our graduate students receive financial support from the School.

At master’s level, the value of support given by LSE ranges in value from 10 per cent of the tuition fee to a full fees and maintenance award.

LSE is ranked fifth in the world for the study of social sciences and management (QS World QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023).

Find out more and apply now.

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