Course summary

Delivered by the triple-accredited Aston Business School, our MSc Financial Technology programme merges finance fundamentals with the dynamic field of financial technology. It enhances your analytical and quantitative skills, preparing you to navigate the complexities of modern finance. Focused on financial markets, investment strategies and emerging technologies like blockchain, the course strikes a balance between theoretical knowledge and practical application. You will gain hands-on experience with industry-standard software and benefit from our dedicated trading room, setting you up for competitive career paths. The programme is led by experienced academics who have industry backgrounds, creating an engaging and supportive learning environment. It equips you for a variety of fintech careers. Improving our students’ learning experience and wellbeing is at the centre of everything we do, and that is why we are implementing an innovative learning approach known as block teaching. This will enhance our students’ educational journey and emotional wellbeing. How you will learn Our MSc Financial Technology programme has been carefully designed to align with the demanding standards and dynamic nature of the global financial industry. This programme is tailored to equip you with an extensive understanding of financial technology, combined with practical skills and analytical prowess, setting you up for a successful and rewarding career in the financial technology sector. This programme has a strong practical element. You’ll gain hands-on experience working with real-time financial, accounting and economic data, thanks to our dedicated trading room facility and industry leading software. This exposure will give you the confidence and technical capability to gain a competitive edge in the job market. In the Aston Global Advantage module, you will enhance your employability and global citizenship through experiential learning and reflective practice. Dedicated employability support, skill-building workshops and diverse learning streams will prepare you for both academic and professional success. At the start of your course, you will be allocated a personal tutor who can offer individual study advice and guidance. You will also benefit from access to the University Library's extensive collection of over 25,000 books and electronic journals. What you will learn Our MSc Financial Technology programme explores the intersection of finance and technology, focusing on the design, development and implementation of fintech solutions. You will gain a rigorous education in the latest financial technologies and their applications in the modern financial landscape. In the taught stage, you will delve into advanced financial technology concepts, critically evaluating decisions and strategies at the firm level. You will develop analytical skills for tackling complex fintech challenges and learn to communicate these insights effectively. In the dissertation phase, you will complete a research project on a financial technology topic of your choice, showcasing your ability to conduct independent research with a clear consideration of ethics, theory and methods.