MSc Fintech

Fintech is taking over the banking and finance industry. The way we handle money is changing and the whole industry is taking note - from international banks to back room start-ups. To do well in fintech, you need to understand technology, finance and business creation. Our MSc Financial Technology (Fintech) provides a solid foundation in computing technology, financial theory, ethical and regulatory constraints, and business skills. It’s an innovative course designed for those looking to enter a career in the fintech industry. Fintech combines the technology from big data and analytics, mobile computing and modern financial services. This course will give you the skills and knowledge demanded in the sector right now. You’ll learn from lectures, practical labs and small tutorial groups

Core modules

• Blockchain Technologies
• Cyber Security
• Contemporary Issues in Banking
• Corporate Finance
• Representing and Manipulating Data
• Data Analytics • Mobile Financial Applications
• Professionalism, Regulation and Ethics
• Innovation Management
• Behavioural Finance
• Investment Regulation and Ethics
• Dissertation Project

Career opportunities

Fintech is a growth sector in its own right at the moment and there are opportunities across the career spectrum, from new and exciting start-up companies to established banks and insurance companies. The mix of computing, analytics and business skills you’ll learn on the course will prepare you for a job in data science.