Course summary
PhD students within the Finance group addresses academically interesting and practical contemporary issues in finance and banking. Staff research interests include: derivatives pricing and risk management; financial econometrics; international banking; financial regulation; corporate finance; asset pricing and real-estate modelling. PhD students may join the Centre for Quantitative Finance, which researches contemporary issues in financial markets requiring a quantitative approach. The main role of the centre is to carry out research that fills the gap between academia and current problems faced by the industry, whether in conducting comparative studies on pricing and risk management methodologies, or designing improved financial products that can serve the wider community better, or simply being the first stop for policy makers, hedge funds or finance houses where they could commission quantitative studies on topics they do not have expertise on.
How to apply
International applicants
For further information about applying to Kent as an international student you can visit our International student webpages: https://www.kent.ac.uk/international. From here you will find useful information on country entry requirements, scholarship information, events and application guidance. Kent has dedicated support available to international students through groups, networks, English language and more specialist services through our Student Support and Wellbeing team. Visit our guide for international students to find out more on how we can support you during your time at Kent: www.kent.ac.uk/guides/support-for-international-students
Entry requirements
A 2.1 at undergraduate level and a Merit at Master’s level in a relevant discipline from a UK or other approved university and/or equivalent; applicants must submit a research proposal of approximately 1500 words on their intended topic.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
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Sponsorship information
Kent offers generous financial support schemes to assist eligible postgraduate students during their studies. See our funding page for more details - https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/fees-and-funding A degree is a significant investment in your future. It's important that you understand the costs involved and the financial support available.
Provider information
University of Kent
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Canterbury
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Course contact details
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