Postgraduate Diploma in Finance and Financial Law (Distance Learning)

The Postgraduate Diploma in Finance and Financial Law is ideal for those who already have some experience in either law or finance.

The ability to weight the choice of modules towards law or finance will mean that students can tailor their learning according to their needs, interests and pre-existing expertise.

Why study PGDip Finance and Financial Law at SOAS?

• SOAS is ranked 38th in the UK for Accounting and Finance (Complete University Guide 2023).
• We're ranked 6th in UK for graduate employability (QS World University Rankings 2023).
• Programmes are delivered by a multicultural and international teaching body, who regularly publish in top international journals.
• You will develop an excellent understanding of the rapid and wide-ranging changes occurring in financial markets worldwide.
• We are specialists in the delivery of more than 40 African and Asian languages. As the economies of the Global South continue to expand, knowledge of other languages other cultures will be a big asset in the world of commerce and international trade.

As a graduate of this programme, you will be well prepared for working in the financial services sector or as a regulator with responsibility for financial institutions. The Diploma would also be beneficial to existing members of commercial law firms wishing to offer an improved services to clients in the financial sector, or for financiers wishing to enter such sectors as compliance or begin careers in the government services.

You should have an upper second class UK Bachelor's degree, or international equivalent, in any discipline. Relevant professional experience will be taken into account, but is not a requirement. Your application may also be considered if you have previous education and experience, equivalent to a degree-level qualification, which includes suitable preliminary training.