Course summary
The MSc Applied Statistics in Finance is a conversion course, designed for candidates from a broad background of disciplines. Students will gain skills in:
- problem solving
- analysis and modelling of financial data
- the use of statistical software for data analysis and reporting
Modules
Semester 1 compulsory modules • Foundations of Probability & Statistics • Data Analytics in R • Experimental Design • Multivariate Analysis Semester 2 compulsory modules • Financial Econometrics • Financial Stochastic Processes Semester 2 optional modules • Medical Statistics • Quantitative Risk Analysis • Bayesian Spatial Statistics • Effective Statistical Consultancy • Survey Design & Analysis • Business Analytics Compulsory Summer research project
Assessment method
The form of assessment varies from class to class. For most classes the assessment involves both coursework and examinations. The assessment will ask you to demonstrate your statistical knowledge and skills to analyse real-world data and interpret the results in the context of the research question. Projects will involve writing code, interpreting statistical outputs, and producing a report, or presentation outlining the findings from your analysis. Group work may be undertaken in some classes.
Entry requirements
Minimum second-class Honours degree or overseas equivalent. Mathematical training to A Level or equivalent standard. Prospective students with relevant experience or appropriate professional qualifications are also welcome to apply. For Australia and Canada, normal degrees in relevant disciplines are accepted. You must have an English language minimum score of IELTS 6.0 (with no component below 5.5).
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9050 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9050 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9050 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9050 | Year 1 |
| International | £19400 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Sponsorship information
www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/
Provider information
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ