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Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-24

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Risk Management

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Embark on the MSc Risk Management programme at Southampton, offering you modern risk management skills essential for varied career paths. This distinct course is among the UK's few that merges risk management theory and real-world application in a comprehensive framework. Gain a strong advantage with our Chartered Insurance Institute accreditation, allowing you to gain credits towards professional qualifications. Benefit from our academic partnerships with financial firms in the City of London and international investment enterprises, enhancing your learning experience. You’ll have opportunities to attend frequent seminars and workshops led by industry guest speakers. Receive guidance from leading experts at our exclusive Centre for Risk Research, a one-of-a-kind feature in the Russell Group University network.

Assessment methods may include exams, coursework, group projects, computer-based assignments and your dissertation.

Modules

The management of risk and uncertainty, in any organisational context, rests upon a broad-ranging skillset comprising an understanding of relevant concepts and an ability to think critically about management procedures. This front end module equips students with this versatile skillset and helps orient them to later modules where thinking critically about risk and uncertainty is vital.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£15,000

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£28,900

Entry requirements

A UK bachelor's degree with upper second class honours or higher (or equivalent overseas qualification approved by the University) in a subject with some element of quantitative study such as business, engineering, sciences, finance, economics or similar. 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 13 institutions in the country, according to the 2023 Complete University Guide league table. With seven...more