Course summary
To be competitive in our modern financial industry, it is not enough for a scientist to know how to write software, nor is it enough that one can mathematically analyse markets based on simplifying assumption by ignoring the computation required. Our MSc Financial Technology (Computer Science) course give you the understanding of the specifics and the intricacies of financial and economics markets, the ability to apply advanced computing methods and the ability to design and program solutions that successfully exploit the synergy between finance, economics, and computation. Our course will cover areas including:
- financial markets
- big data analytics
- blockchain
- AI
- python programming
Entry requirements
Please visit our website to learn about our entry requirements for this course - www.essex.ac.uk
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £11550 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £11550 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £11550 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £11550 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £11550 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £11550 | Year 1 |
| EU | £22400 | Year 1 |
| International | £22400 | 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
Fees displayed are for 2024-25 entry. Fees for part-time courses are calculated pro-rata to the relevant full-time fee.
Tuition fees may be subject to annual increases in each year of study in line with inflation.
Provider information
University of Essex
Wivenhoe Park
Colchester
CO4 3SQ