MSc Finance and Fintech at University of Brighton

Programme overview

Fintech is transforming the financial sector with developments in blockchain, AI and big data. A specialised degree in finance with fintech will allow you to gain knowledge in traditional finance while understanding how tech innovations are shaping it. Modules that blend core finance principles with cutting-edge technology and hands-on experience with industry-standard tools help you develop expertise in financial analysis, risk management and fintech innovations.

Faculty: School of Business and Law | Department: Finance and Economics | Duration: full-time: 1 year or 2 years with placement; part-time: 2–3 years | Study mode: full-time / part-time (optional placement year) | Intake: September and January start dates | Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The course is composed of three phases. Phase 1 teaches the core subjects of finance, economics and research methods. Phase 2 introduces specialist modules in finance and fintech. Phase 3 is the dissertation, live brief, work placement or research project. These draw together the learning from the whole of the programme, allowing you to develop your research skills and capacity for critical analysis while creating a specialisation in a particular field of fintech. Modules include Economics of Financial Markets, Research Methods for Finance and Economics, Financial Theory and Practice, Investment Management, Financial Technologies (Fintech), MSc Finance and Fintech Dissertation, Live Brief.

Career pathways

Demand remains strong for postgraduates in fintech due to the UK’s central role in the global fintech landscape. Employers are especially interested in skills tied to AI-driven regtech, cybersecurity, payment processing innovations and financing solutions for SMEs.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Degree and experience. Normally a good honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject is required. Work experience is useful but not essential. Applicants with non-standard entry qualifications may be considered. If you are unsure whether you meet the entry requirements then please contact us. International students who need help meeting the academic entry requirements should contact our International College. Applicants who hold an HND or foundation degree equivalent can take our nine-month Business BSc top-up degree and then progress onto this masters degree. English language requirements. If English is not your first language, IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,502 a year (2026/27). First-year tuition fee, full-time; fees may rise in later years. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,792 a year (2026/27). First-year tuition fee, full-time; fees may rise in later years. Source

Intake: September and January start dates

Duration: full-time: 1 year or 2 years with placement; part-time: 2–3 years

Apply through the official page: https://evsipr.brighton.ac.uk/urd/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app_crs

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