MSc Business Analytics and Finance at University of Southampton

Programme overview

Data analysis has become a dominant force in the modern global business landscape, propelling business analytics careers to be at their peak. Professionals with analytical skills are in high demand. Industries are looking for data-literate professionals with strong decision making and analytics skills, but also with financial acumen to develop strategies for their organisations.

What you will study

On this master’s degree in Business Analytics and Finance, your studies will run for a full 12 months. The first 9 months cover taught modules. There are 2 sets of exams, in January and in May.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including consultancy, technology, business, public sector, finance. Careers directly related to the course include operational researcher, market researcher, management consultant, financial analyst, business analyst, data scientist, quantitative analyst, data analyst.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: 2:2 degree. Language Studies – degrees that focus on learning a language or how to translate, such as 'Business English', 'Applied English', or 'Translation', are not acceptable. However, this restriction does not apply to ‘English’ and ‘English literature’ degrees of the kind taught in the UK. Art/Design/Vocational Studies – degrees that focus on learning a particular form of art, craft or vocation. IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 18,700 a year. UK (home) students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

International applicants: GBP 35,800 a year. EU and international students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/apply

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