MSc Finance and Financial Technologies at Anglia Ruskin University

Programme overview

Gain the knowledge and skills you need to thrive in the rapidly evolving world of finance and fintech. Study at ARU in Chelmsford. Whether you have extensive experience working in finance or are new to the field, our course will equip you with both the timeless and emerging know-how you need to get ahead in this fast-moving industry.

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years with professional experience | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027, January 2027 | Location: Chelmsford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Gain up-to-date knowledge and hands-on experience in a fast-moving industry. You'll study a range of topics including finance, fintech, data analytics, innovation management, corporate governance, and sustainability, helping you see the big picture – whether that's of different functions within your own organisation, or trends in the global marketplace. Year 1: Analytics Essentials: Transforming Business with Big Data, Financial Data Analysis Using Python, Applied Corporate Finance and Financial Strategy, Fintech Revolution: Shaping Sustainable Financial Markets, International Financial Markets and Investment, Postgraduate Major Project.

Career pathways

This course equips you to work in fintech, as well as more traditional finance jobs. You’ll gain a theoretical understanding of finance, financial markets, investment, and the latest trends in the financial world.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A first degree, with honours, at a minimum final classification of Lower Second (2:2) or equivalent. The degree must include a business, finance or management module. If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.5 ( Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,275 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee: UK students starting 2027/28 (full-time, per year) Source

International applicants: GBP 20,925 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee: International students starting 2027/28 (full-time, per year) Source

Intake: September 2027, January 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years with professional experience

Apply through the official page: https://www.aru.ac.uk/study/apply-online?course=&route=p1273,p1274

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