MSc Financial Technology at University of Strathclyde

Programme overview

An MSc in FinTech delivered jointly by the Departments of Accounting & Finance and Management Science with input from Computer & Information Sciences. It teaches big data techniques, programming and analytics for banking and insurance, with two research projects, one in Finance and one in Management Science.

Faculty: Strathclyde Business School | Department: Departments of Accounting & Finance and Management Science (jointly) | Duration: 12 months full-time | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

The course combines theory with intensive practice and industrial engagement, including modules such as Data Analytics for Accounting & Finance and Textual Analytics for Accounting & Finance, and covers how technology improves the efficiency of financial transactions.

Career pathways

Roles for graduates with combined programming, data analytics and finance skills, for example in banks and insurance companies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum second-class honours degree, or overseas equivalent, in accounting, economics, business studies or a subject area with a strong quantitative component. No prior knowledge of finance is required. Attendance at introductory sessions in mid-September is required. International applicants who do not meet the academic requirements can enter via the Pre-Masters Preparation Course at the University of Strathclyde International Study Centre. English language (non-native speakers): IELTS 6.5 with no individual score lower than 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 16,050 a year (2026/27). Full-time MSc rate; Scotland and rest of UK Source

International applicants: GBP 32,800 a year (2026/27). Full-time MSc rate Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time

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