Course summary
2nd in the UK for Student Satisfaction on our Finance & Investment courses - Complete University Guide 2025 Develop in-depth knowledge of the sector with BNU's MSc Finance and Investment. From corporate finance to managing investment portfolios, and covering current industry trends such as sustainable finance, ethical investing, and fintech, you'll graduate with the knowledge to help you thrive in a well-established industry. Why study this course at BNU?
- Hands-on learning: case studies and industry projects are a core element of the course, to provide you with practical experience and a deep understanding of real-world finance scenarios.
- Specialised software: you'll learn to use industry software, such as Jupyter Notebook, E-Views, and IBM SPSS. Apart from time spent learning in classes, you will have 24/7 access to this software throughout your time on the MSc Finance and Investment programme.
- Taught by experts: our teaching team bring a wealth of both industry and academic experience to the classroom and include accountants and consultants who have worked for some of the most well-known financial organisations in the world. You can learn more about the teaching team on our course webpage.
- Strong industry connections: we maintain close links with professional organisations and firms, and your course will include guest lectures from local and national organisations. Industry visits and links to internship opportunities are a regular feature of the course. We frequently hold recruitment events where you can connect with prospective employers. Networking opportunities help you to build relationships with professionals and gain insights into various career paths within the finance sector.
- Cutting-edge curriculum: course content is kept up-to-date to include all the latest industry developments. Your courses will demonstrate how the information learned can be applied within a business, and include topics such as ESG (environmental, social and governance) criteria, and as one of your optional modules you can choose to take on a real business consulting project.
Entry requirements
Applicants to the programme will normally have obtained a Bachelor’s degree with Honours (or equivalent) which can be in a range of subject disciplines or professions. Applicants need a minimum of a 2:2 in their degree to be considered. If your first language is not English or your language of instruction at undergraduate level was not English you will be required to demonstrate English proficiency at an overall score of IELTS level 6.5 (or its equivalent) and no score below 6.0 in any category. In line with the university Credit Accumulation and Transfer Scheme, potential learners can apply for Advanced Standing by Accreditation of Prior Learning. If you do not meet the entry requirements you may, if you have relevant professional experience, still be invited for interview, where you will be required to demonstrate the necessary knowledge and understanding for entry onto the course. Previous study, professional and / or vocational experiences may be recognised as the equivalent learning experience and permit exemption from studying certain modules in accordance with our accreditation of prior learning (APL) process.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | We require an IELTS score of 6.0 (with no element lower that 5.5) or a recognised equivalent. |
If English is not your first language or if you have studied in a non-majority English-speaking country, then you will typically be required to demonstrate your English language ability (speaking, listening, reading & writing) by way of a test such as IELTS.
BNU English Language Requirements
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £12500 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £12500 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £12500 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £12500 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £12500 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £12500 | Year 1 |
| EU | £15500* | Year 1 |
| International | £15500* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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
Most courses will involve some additional costs that are not covered by your fees.
You could benefit from financial support through a bursary or scholarship during your time as a student. For more details visit our financial support, bursaries and scholarships section.
Provider information
Buckinghamshire New University
Queen Alexandra Road
High Wycombe
HP11 2JZ