MSc Banking and Finance at Newcastle University

Programme overview

Prepare for a rewarding career in banking and financial markets with cutting-edge skills and expertise. The financial services sector has grown worldwide. Technology and artificial intelligence are reshaping the industry.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences | Department: Newcastle University Business School | Duration: Full time: 1 year | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

We will teach you how retail and investment banks function within financial markets. You'll also understand the role of other financial intermediaries. Compulsory modules include: Banking and Finance Programme Community, Dissertation, Retail and Investment Banking, Central Banking, Applied Econometrics, Research Methods in Economics and Finance, Introductory Econometrics, Financial Theory, Financial Technology, Green Finance and Sustainability, Critical Skills for Finance.

Career pathways

Graduate roles and employers include: banker; wealth manager; investment analyst; consultant; entrepreneur; fund manager; relationship manager; auditor; financial risk analyst; PhD candidate.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2.2 Honours in any discipline. Applicants must hold at least a C-grade in A-level Mathematics (or equivalent) OR have studied a relevant mathematics/quantitative module at university level. This may include: basic calculus probability theory statistical inference You can use your personal statement to show your mathematical knowledge if it is not clear from your transcripts . English language: IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in all sub-skills).

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

International applicants: GBP 33,050 a year (2027/28). Full time tuition fee per year Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Full time: 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/degrees/5148f/#how-to-apply

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