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MSc - Master of Science
Keele University
Full Time
Sep 2026
1 Year
Digital technologies are rapidly transforming financial services, driving innovation across the sector. As a result, there is high demand for skilled professionals who understand the FinTech landscape and can capitalise on opportunities created by emerging technologies. Developed in collaboration with fintech leaders, our industry focused Financial Technology (FinTech) MSc equips you with a versatile skillset preparing you for senior roles in organisations across finance, technology, and innovation.
Discover the transformative impact fintech innovations are having on today's financial services sector and how they're influencing the future trajectory of the industry. Advance your understanding of blockchain, artificial intelligence, machine learning and data analytics, and gain a global perspective on financial systems and emerging technologies on our Financial Technology MSc.
Explore how digital assets and digital currencies like CBDC are changing financial technology and impacting on both national and international economies. You'll take an in-depth look at current industry disruptors, including blockchain, analysing its transformative potential while critically evaluating its financial, technical, legal and ethical implications. Engage in contemporary debates on financial ethics and regulations while building a strong foundation in modern quantitative techniques used by financial institutions. Apply these methods to real-time data collected via Bloomberg Terminal and enhance your expertise in using financial theory and techniques to solve complex challenges in banking and finance.
Central to this programme is a strong focus on advancing your professional development and providing practical industry engagement opportunities, strategically enhancing your employability. You’ll connect with experienced professionals, gain insights into the latest trends in your chosen field and have the opportunity to work directly with an organisation to develop solutions for a current business issue, gaining valuable real-world skills.
Our programme provides the flexibility to align your studies to your career aspirations through a core Professional Project. You can choose to undertake a research project, consultancy project, or a strategic business proposal.
Sustainability, ethics and responsible business practices are embedded throughout and by completing Keele Business School’s Sustainability Passport you’ll demonstrate your ability to incorporate sustainability practices in a professional context.
Located in an innovation park that fosters collaboration between academia and industry, Keele’s campus offers a supportive learning environment designed to prepare you to excel in the dynamic world of global business.