Course summary
Are you looking for a career in a rapidly expanding sector? Keen to work in an innovative global industry where your skills are in demand? Disruptive technologies are affecting all areas of financial services and to ensure you are equipped with the skills to progress in this area, the MSc Financial Technology(FinTech) programme has been developed, aimed at non-computer science specialist graduates who have a first degree in business, finance, mathematics or economics and want to gain greater awareness and skills in the Fintech area. This programme will examine applications of financial technology in banking, insurance, asset management and many other finance sectors. You will gain cutting-edge knowledge on finance applications of blockchain technology, digital currencies, Big Data and artificial intelligence. You will also acquire an in-depth understanding of the financial technology environment, develop skills in programming, machine learning and network security as well as knowledge of financial markets institutions and systems.Are you looking for a career in a rapidly expanding sector? Keen to work in an innovative global industry where your skills are in demand? Disruptive technologies are affecting all areas of financial services and to ensure you are equipped with the skills to progress in this area, the MSc Financial Technology(FinTech) programme has been developed, aimed at non-computer science specialist graduates who have a first degree in business, finance, mathematics or economics and want to gain greater awareness and skills in the Fintech area. This programme will examine applications of financial technology in banking, insurance, asset management and many other finance sectors. You will gain cutting-edge knowledge on finance applications of blockchain technology, digital currencies, Big Data and artificial intelligence. You will also acquire an in-depth understanding of the financial technology environment, develop skills in programming, machine learning and network security as well as knowledge of financial markets institutions and systems. Visit our website for more information on fees, scholarships, postgraduate loans and other funding options to study at Swansea University.
Modules
Modules typically include: Financial Technology Environment; Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies and Smart contracts; Big Data in Finance
Entry requirements
Students must attain a 2:2 (or overseas equivalent) in an undergraduate degree. Students will typically have a background in Business, Finance, Economics, Mathematics or Computer Science. We would also be willing to consider those with other backgrounds and work experience in the sector. We consider all applications on their merits and will look at each individual case before making an offer so students who fall slightly short of the entry criteria should still apply to the School of Management.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £12800 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £12800 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £12800 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £12800 | Year 1 |
| EU | £21650 | Year 1 |
| International | £21650 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Swansea University
Singleton Park
Swansea
SA2 8PP