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MSc Finance at University of Plymouth

University of Plymouth, United Kingdom

Programme overview

An MSc in finance covering international finance, corporate finance, investment and portfolio management, and financial statement analysis and valuation, with an optional placement year. Plymouth Business School is accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education.

Duration: 1 year full-time (+ optional placement year); part-time route available  |  Intake: September or January  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time route available  |  Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: Advanced Business Research, International Finance, Investments and Portfolio Management, Corporate Finance, and Financial Statement Analysis and Valuation, plus an optional 6-12 month Master's End of Programme Placement.

Career pathways

Placements and careers in audit and compliance, finance and accounting, financial analysis and corporate finance, project management, international business and trade, tax and treasury.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A relevant honours degree or an equivalent professional qualification; other qualifications with substantial experience in an appropriate field may be considered case by case. International applicants need IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each element. Applicants provide evidence of qualifications, a personal statement of about 250-400 words, a CV and proof of sponsorship if applicable.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,300 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 19,500 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

Intake: September or January

Duration: 1 year

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