MSc in Applied Financial Economics at University of Oxford

Programme overview

A two-year, part-time blended MSc delivered jointly by Saïd Business School and the Department of Economics, combining rigorous study of finance and economics with practical application for working professionals. Teaching combines live online lectures and discussion with independent learning and four residentials in Oxford.

Faculty: Saïd Business School | Department: Saïd Business School and Department of Economics (joint delivery) | Duration: 2 years part-time | Intake: 31 August 2027. 2027 entry deadlines (11.59pm UK time): Stage 1 21 October 2026, Stage 2 6 January 2027, Stage 3 3 March 2027, Stage 4 19 May 2027, Stage 5 2 July 2027 | Study mode: part-time | Location: Oxford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core courses and electives in financial economics, quantitative methods and analytical thinking, taught through live online teaching blocks, independent study with problem sets and assignments, and four residentials in Oxford combining face-to-face teaching and assessments.

Career pathways

Graduates are positioned for investment banking and asset management, economic consulting and policy advice, risk management and financial regulation, private equity and venture capital, and fintech and technology-driven finance roles.

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Entry requirements

The programme is designed for working professionals with at least two years' experience across areas such as investment banking, asset management, private capital, commercial banking, corporate finance, risk and consulting. Applicants complete a Kira Talent video assessment and three recommendation letters are required, both due one week after the stage deadline. Only applicants who receive an offer in Stage 1 or Stage 2 are eligible for University and college scholarships.

GBP 66,690 for the whole programme (2027/28). Total course fee for the two-year part-time programme, same for home and overseas students; paid as £11,000 deposit, £32,000 first-year payment and £23,690 second-year payment Source

Intake: 31 August 2027. 2027 entry deadlines (11.59pm UK time): Stage 1 21 October 2026, Stage 2 6 January 2

Duration: 2 years part-time

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