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
Develop the artificial intelligence and data skills shaping the finance industry with our master's in financial technology (FinTech) and AI. This master's degree brings together finance, financial technology and applied AI, and prepares you for the rapid transformation of financial services through AI, data-driven methods and digital innovation. You’ll build a strong understanding of key financial theories and concepts. You’ll also gain practical knowledge of computational methods and AI used in financial technology. AI and machine learning are embedded throughout this FinTech degree, not just offered as add-ons. This means you'll graduate with applied AI competence at a professional standard, ready to contribute to the ongoing transformation of banking, investment and financial services. The University of Southampton is ranked 52nd in TIME: World's Top Universities 2026 and in the top 100 in the QS rankings for accounting and finance. You don't need prior programming experience to ap
Entry requirements
Our master's in financial technology and AI welcomes graduates from a range of quantitative disciplines. You'll need a 2:2 degree in a subject such as: finance computer science economics engineering maths sciences quantitative business or management Find the equivalent international qualifications for your country. We do not accept graduates of 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 and 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 you 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
Application deadlines UK students The deadline to apply for this course is midday UK time.
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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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