MSc Finance and Data Analytics at University of Stirling

Programme overview

MSc Finance and Data Analytics covers data analysis, machine learning and AI applications in finance together with financial theory and investment practice. Students use Python and R and access Bloomberg, Capital IQ and Morningstar Direct, and take part in the Student Managed Investment Fund and a trading boot camp.

Duration: MSc full-time: 12 months | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students gain deep understanding of finance theories, programming skills, data analysis to inform investment decisions, and critical and analytical skills, alongside the Flying Start Leadership Programme. The Masters is awarded on completion of a dissertation after the Diploma examinations; there are around 4-5 contact hours per module each semester. The course covers prerequisite material for the Financial Data Professional (FDP) programme.

Career pathways

Graduates can work in investment companies, the finance and banking sectors, insurance companies and pension funds.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum second class honours degree or equivalent; applicants without these qualifications but with significant relevant work or life experience are encouraged to apply. English language (international applicants): IELTS Academic or UKVI 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each sub-skill. Pearson Test of English (Academic) 60 overall with a minimum of 59 in each sub-skill. TOEFL exams taken before 21 January 2026: 80 overall with 18 in reading, 17 in writing, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking. TOEFL exams taken from 21 January 2026: 4 overall with no less than 4 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,500 a year (2026/27). Students from the UK and Republic of Ireland; full time rate Source

International applicants: GBP 24,300 a year (2026/27). International (including EU) students; full time rate Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: MSc full-time: 12 months

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