MSc Finance at Lancaster University

Programme overview

Ranked among the world’s top master’s programmes in finance, our MSc Finance offers a comprehensive curriculum preparing you for high-value careers in highly sought-after sectors such as investment banking, asset management and corporate finance. The programme provides a solid foundation in essential financial principles while allowing you to tailor your studies through a wide selection of optional modules. You will build expertise in core areas such as financial data analytics, corporate finance, investment analysis and financial markets, while gaining advanced insights into specialised areas such as AI and machine learning, FinTech, and sustainable finance.

Faculty: Lancaster University Management School | Department: Accounting and Finance | Duration: Full time 1 year | Study mode: full-time | Location: Lancaster, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: Data Analytics for Finance and Investments, Asset Pricing and Investments, Corporate Finance and Financial Markets, Career Accelerator: Technical Toolkit and Professional Development.

Career pathways

The broad nature of the core and optional modules of this programme allows you to pivot in several different ways. You could choose well-known sectors such as investment banking and asset management, or explore less well-known sectors such as financial consultancy, investment consultancy, wealth management, financial planning, interdealer brokers, insurance, and vendors.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Academic requirements: 2:2 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or another business-related subject. We assess applicants based on their overall academic performance and typically expect strong results in finance and quantitative modules (e.g., mathematics, statistics). Relevant work experience and/or significant programming skills are also viewed favourably. Graduates from non-business disciplines with a strong quantitative focus (Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Computer and Data Science, and related disciplines) are encouraged to apply. English language requirements: We require an IELTS (Academic) Test with an overall score of at least 6.5, and a minimum of 6.0 in each element of the test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 16,800 a year (2027/28). Full-time rate (per year) Source

International applicants: GBP 30,900 a year (2027/28). Full-time rate (per year) Source

Duration: Full time 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/applying-for-postgraduate-study/

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