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Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-26

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Finance / Accounting (General) Banking

Course Summary

The dynamic world of banks, stock markets, and financial companies is a complex ecosystem driven by technology, international economic factors, and evolving regulatory pressures. In an era of rapid financial innovation Southampton’s MSc Banking and Finance programme is designed to form skilled professionals who can navigate complex banking systems and financial markets. Learn through interactive lectures, case studies, and group discussions, gaining insights into the relationship between finance, banking, and the global economy. Key features of this course Special modules in money, banking and digital banking, exploring the most recent transformations from new technologies, such as fintech, green banking and e-finance. Hands-on experience with tools like Stata and python to prepare you for the use of quantitative analysis and machine learning tools. Accredited by GARP, offering you scholarship opportunities to pursue their professional certification. Taught by academics with industry expertise Access to a global alumni network in prestigious organisations Your future career Specialise in areas like investment analysis, and financial risk management. Graduates pursue careers in banking, insurance, financial consulting, and other types of firms in the finance sector, supported by strong industry connections.

Modules

The dissertation stage of your Postgraduate programme involves an extended, independent investigation of a topic of your own choosing and the preparation of a 15,000 word dissertation describing your work. Essentially, the dissertation is a test of your ability to create and investigate, on your own initiative, a text which demonstrates a Masters level understanding of a particular subject issue.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£15,800

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£33,900

Entry requirements

You'll need a 2.1 degree in a subject which has quantitative study such as accounting, economics, finance, maths, management, engineering or similar. Please check our website for subjects that are not accepted. Applicants with relevant work experience are encouraged to apply.

University information

The University of Southampton boasts a rich legacy of excellence in education, combining over a century of heritage and tradition with innovative modern teaching that prioritises the success of its students. Southampton is a founding member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-focused UK universities and today ranks within the top 17 institutions in the country, according to the 2026 Complete University Guide league table. With eight...more

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