Financial Technology MSc
This new course has been designed to prepare graduates and professionals with the skills needed to launch a career in FinTech or the financial services sector.
You will develop in-demand analytical and programming skills alongside a thorough understanding of key trends in financial technology such as blockchain, cryptocurrency and machine learning. With access to real-time financial data via our dedicated Bloomberg Trading Room, you will be taught by academics actively researching the FinTech sector along with industry experts to ensure your skills are at the forefront of this exciting sector.
The course includes a practical project which can either take the form of a professional consultancy project, research dissertation, or your own fintech start-up or process efficiency solution, supported by our specialist innovation incubator, The Nest.
Campus Information
Kingston Hill
Kingston Hill, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey KT2 7LB
Intakes
- Jan
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
We provide career support to Kingston University students and recent graduates through a blend of hands-on, practical training and events combined with a focus on building strong relationships with major and local employers and alumni.
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Recruit Kingston talent
Our team has been created by ex-industry professionals who can provide consultancy and help with your recruitment challenges
Events
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PSW Opportunity
- 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
- 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
- Art, Design and Architecture courses* 6.5 5.5 in all elements
- Critical Studies and Creative Industries courses 6.5 5.5 in all elements
- Journalism, Publishing and Media courses* 6.5 5.5 in all elements
- Humanities and Performing Arts courses* 6.5 5.5 in all elements
- Law, Social and Behavioural Sciences courses* 6.5 6.0 in all elements
- Kingston Business School* 6.5 6.0 in all elements
- Health, Social Care and Education courses* 6.5 6.0 in all elements
- Science, Engineering, Computing and Surveying* 6.5 6.0 in all elements
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
19700 GBP
Average Cost of Living: 13632 GBP /year
Application Fee: N/A
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