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PostgraduateCourse summary
Reasons to choose Kingston
- The course offers exemptions from the professional exams of the ACT. There is also the chance to gain qualifications such as Bloomberg certification, or prepare for the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) credential (many aspects are covered by the course).
- This course is taught by research active staff and provides cutting-edge knowledge regarding the latest developments in the financial investment sector.
- We are one of the few UK universities with a Bloomberg trading room, offering hands-on skills. You may also use Thomson DataStream Advance.
- Financial Modelling and Research Methods
- Financial Engineering
- Fixed Income Analysis
Modules
Example modules: Financial Modelling and Research Methods; Financial Engineering; Fixed Income Analysis. For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage
Assessment method
Assessment typically comprises exams (e.g. test or exam), practical (e.g. presentations, performance) and coursework (e.g. essays, reports, self-assessment, portfolios, dissertation). The approximate percentage for how you will be assessed on this course is as follows, though depends to some extent on the optional modules you choose: Year 1: Coursework: 84% Exams: 12% Practical: 4% Professional Placement Year: Coursework: 100%
Entry requirements
A 2:2 or above honours degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. If you do not have an honours degree, you will need to show us evidence that you know enough about the relevant subjects to understand the course materials - for example, a professional qualification, training or work experience in a relevant field (contact the Postgraduate Admissions Team to find out more).
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £17500 | Year 1 |
| England | £12100 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £12100 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £12100 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £12100 | Year 1 |
| International | £17500 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Please visit the provider course webpage for further information regarding additional course costs.
Provider information
Kingston University
River House
53-57 High Street
Kingston upon Thames
KT1 1LQ