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International Corporate Finance at University of Surrey - UCAS

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2025 - 20262026 - 2027
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Course summary

Why choose this course

  • As a student on our masters degree in corporate finance, you’ll be based in the Surrey Business School and be part of a vibrant community, focused on improving business practice and creating a sustainable and positive change.
  • Develop professional presentation and communication skills through group-based projects, case studies, and interactive workshops. These collaborative tasks are designed to simulate real-world finance settings and enhance your ability to work effectively in teams, which are highly valued by employers.
  • You will be exposed to market-leading platforms such as Bloomberg and WRDS. The Bloomberg Market Concepts certificate is embedded in our programme.
  • Our course is affiliated with the chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute and you can apply for a scholarship to sit the CFA exam.
  • Assessments across the programme reflect the varied challenges faced by finance professional and include written reports, oral presentations, group assignments, and technical problem sets.
  • The School is renowned for its world-class teaching and research, strong focus on entrepreneurship and enterprise, vibrant and diverse community and excellent career prospects.
What you will study The International Corporate Finance masters provides a rigorous foundation in the theory and practice of corporate finance and corporate governance within an international context. You will explore topics such as valuation, mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and accounting principles, while developing analytical techniques through modules in econometrics and data analysis. The programme emphasises both technical competence and the development of professional skills essential to success in the finance sector. A distinctive feature of the programme is its focus on applied and collaborative learning. You will participate in group projects, case analyses, and in-class presentations that reflect the practical challenges faced by finance professionals. These experiences are designed to enhance your communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities – skills that are highly sought after by employers. Assessments are intentionally varied to mirror the diverse responsibilities of financial roles and include a combination of written reports, presentations, data-based evaluations, and collaborative assignments. Optional modules offer the opportunity to tailor your learning according to your interests and career objectives. Throughout the programme, you will have access to leading financial databases such as WRDS, CSMAR, and Bloomberg, allowing you to analyse real-world financial data and apply theoretical concepts to contemporary corporate finance issues. You will be supported by experienced staff with international research profiles, who integrate the latest academic developments and industry trends into their teaching.

Modules

To see the full range of modules for this course please visit our website – the link is under the Course contact details. You will also find full details of the programme, including programme structure and Graduate prospects etc.

How to apply

International applicants

We are proud to be one of the most culturally diverse universities in the UK, with more than 140 nationalities playing a role in university life. Our International Recruitment team are here to help you throughout the application process – from advising on choosing the right course to applying for a visa and preparing for your first few weeks at Surrey. You can contact them via [email protected] Applicants who require a Student Visa to study in the UK: To apply for a Student Visa, you must have a Confirmation of Acceptance (CAS) for the University you wish to study at. This is a unique number which will enable you to apply for your visa. The University is under no legal obligation to sponsor any individual and exercises caution with respect to issuing a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) to avoid risking its status as a Student sponsor. Confirmation of Acceptance to Study (CAS) will be issued in accordance with the Student Route and CAS Issuing Policy, available at: https://www.surrey.ac.uk/apply/policies

Entry requirements

A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in accountancy, banking, business administration, economics, engineering, finance, management, mathematics or science, or a recognised equivalent international qualification. We may be able to take relevant work experience into consideration if you don't meet these requirements. If you have at least one year of relevant experience in a full-time graduate-level role (or a minimum of two years’ experience in a relevant graduate-level part-time role) please provide full details of your role and responsibilities in your personal statement and CV when you submit your application. English language requirements IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each element.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

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

FEES: For current information regarding postgraduate fees, please visit the course page on our website. The link is under Course contact details. SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES: Discover how we may be able to support your postgraduate taught studies with a host of bursaries and scholarships directly from the University of Surrey and external providers: https://www.surrey.ac.uk/fees-and-funding/scholarships-and-bursaries?field_student_level_value[postgraduate]=postgraduate

Sponsorship information

The University of Surrey offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to support our students, please visit https://www.surrey.ac.uk/fees-and-funding/scholarships-and-bursaries for more details.

International Corporate Finance at University of Surrey - UCAS