PostgraduateFull-time

Financial Analytics, MSc

Swansea UniversityUnited Kingdom
Level
Postgraduate
Duration
1 Year
Mode
Full-time
Subject
Accounting
Location
United Kingdom
Next intake
SEP 2026

Overview

Our MSc in Financial Analytics has been designed in response to the rapid evolution of the finance and investment industry. With advances in technology, financial firms now have access to vast amounts of data, making data analytics a critical component for staying competitive in today’s data-driven world. This programme meets the growing demand for finance professionals with strong quantitative, statistical, and technical skills. Throughout your studies, you will learn how to harness big data and analytics tools, develop programming skills in languages such as Python and R, and apply advanced financial models to real-world scenarios. You will also enhance your ability to think critically, make informed decisions, and gain a solid understanding of the financial services sector. You will have access to our Finance Lab trading suite, equipped with industry-standard databases and analytics platforms, giving you hands-on experience with the tools used by leading financial institutions. Our MSc course is ideal if you have a background in finance, economics, or quantitative/statistical methods and want to build expertise in financial analytics. You will also benefit from industry engagement through guest talks and networking opportunities, helping you connect your learning to real-world practice.

Entry requirements

Degree2:2

English language requirements

IELTS6.0 overall, no part below 5.5

Non-native English speakers must achieve an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with no component less than 5.5. A list of equivalent tests is provided here. If you have studied an undergraduate degree taught through the medium of English, you may be exempt from this requirement – click here for further information.

Fees

International students: £22,050 per year

UK students: £13,000 per year

UK/Home: £13,000 per year

International: £22,050 per year

Start dates

Sep 2026

Application deadline

Home; 29 July 2026 (International)

Campus

  • Bay Campus, United Kingdom
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Where you will study

Neath Port Talbot, Wales, United Kingdom

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