MSc Financial Analytics at Swansea University

Programme overview

This MSc responds to the evolution of the finance and investment industry, where firms hold vast amounts of data and analytics is critical. It builds technical and analytical skills for roles in global organisations.

Faculty: School of Management | Department: Accounting and Finance | Duration: 1 year full time | Intake: September | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules are Financial Econometrics, Global Finance and Financial Technology, Programming for Finance, Market Risk and Data Analytics, Big Data in Finance and a 60-credit Independent Research Project, plus one option from Financial Derivatives and Risk Management, Investment and Portfolio Management or Blockchain Technology in Finance.

Career pathways

Typical career paths include finance analyst, fund manager, data specialist, portfolio manager, consultant and risk manager. Many graduates progress to doctoral study such as a PhD in Finance or Economics.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A 2:2 (or overseas equivalent) undergraduate degree that has included modules in accounting/finance or quantitative/statistical methods, not necessarily with accounting or finance in the title; applicants with other backgrounds and sector work experience may also be considered. Non-native English speakers need an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5; applicants whose undergraduate degree was taught in English may be exempt. Pre-Master's programmes are available for those who fall short of the English requirement only.

Domestic applicants: GBP 13,000 a year (2026/27 (September 2). Full-time, one year Source

International applicants: GBP 23,150 a year (2026/27 (September 2). Full-time, one year Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year full time

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