6.5 overall, no part below 6About the same overall: PTE Academic 55, TOEFL iBT 81, Duolingo English Test 120, Oxford Test of English 136.
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Overview
Help businesses to manage economic change on this master’s degree in Banking and Finance Studies. You’ll gain expert knowledge of the relationship between banking, finance and the wider economy, including the latest developments in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Financial Technologies (FinTech), and how they are redefining financial services. When you graduate, you'll be well prepared for success in the global job market. Our graduates have gone to work for leading organisations such as the International Monetary Fund and the Bank of England. This MSc Banking and Finance Studies is ideal if you want to move into senior roles in finance and banking. You’ll explore current theory and practice as you learn to assess and evaluate real-world scenarios. Using quantitative evaluation methods and historical perspectives you'll hone your ability to identify the latest trends and events. This will inform your understanding of modern banking and finance. Learning highlights include: digital fin
Entry requirements
You’ll need a 2:2 degree in a subject which includes quantitative study such as: finance sciences maths engineering computer science economics quantitative business or management Find the equivalent international qualifications for your country. We do not accept the following subjects: 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. These include degrees in art, graphic design, photography, television broadcasting, script writing, or performance/dance. If English is not your first language, you must show that you can use English to the level we require. Visit our English language pages to find out which qualifications we accept and how you can meet our requirements. If you are taking the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), you must get at least the following scores: 6.5 6.0 6.0 6.0 6.0 If you do not meet the English language requirements through a test or qualification, you may be able to meet them by completing one of our pre-sessional English programmes before you start your course. If you don’t meet direct entry requirements, you can apply to complete a Pre-Master's programme through our partnership with OnCampus. You'll progress to your chosen course after successfully completing the programme. Find out more about Pre-Master's programmes for international students. If you don’t have the exact entry requirements, but have significant work experience in this sector we’ll assess your relevant professional experience, your subject knowledge and your aptitude for learning. Your application will be considered on individual merit and you may be asked to attend an interview. Please contact us if you're not sure you have the right experience or qualifications to get onto this course. Email: enquiries@southampton.ac.uk Tel: +44(0)23 8059 5000
No fixed deadline; apply as early as possible. See course page for details.
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To apply, you will usually need a bachelor's degree from a recognised institution. Depending on which course you apply for, your minimum grade requirement will be a: first class degree equivalent, with a grade point average (GPA) of 3.6 or more; UK 2:1 degree equivalent, with a GPA of at least 3.2 but less than 3.6; UK 2:2 degree equivalent, with a GPA of at least 2.8 but less than 3.2; If you miss your requirement by 0.2 grade points or less you might still be eligible to apply if you attended a particularly prestigious university. If this is the case, submit a question to the International Team with details of your GPA and the course you want to apply for.
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Each course has its own English language proficiency requirement, expressed as an English language band (A to I) and its International English Language Testing System (IELTS) equivalent
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