Course summary
About this course This new course has been designed to prepare graduates and professionals with the skills needed to launch a career in FinTech or the financial services sector. You will develop in-demand analytical and programming skills alongside a thorough understanding of key trends in financial technology such as blockchain, cryptocurrency and machine learning. With access to real-time financial data via our dedicated Bloomberg Trading Room, you will be taught by academics actively researching the FinTech sector along with industry experts to ensure your skills are at the forefront of this exciting sector. The course includes a practical project which can either take the form of a professional consultancy project, research dissertation, or your own fintech start-up or process efficiency solution, supported by our specialist innovation incubator, The Nest. Reasons to choose Kingston
- This course is taught by research-active staff and provides cutting-edge knowledge regarding the latest developments in financial technology.
- You'll have the opportunity to enhance your learning and employability by gaining the Bloomberg Market Concepts certification.
- We are ideally located close to central London, one of the world's leading FinTech hubs, where we have extensive industry connections which help students to secure professional placements.
- FinTech, Funding and Strategy
- Blockchain FinTech Applications
- Programming and Big Data in Finance
Assessment method
Assessment typically comprises exams (e.g. test or exam), practical (e.g. presentations, performance) and coursework (e.g. essays, reports, self-assessment, dissertation).
Entry requirements
A 2:2 or above honours degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. Candidates with non-standard qualifications but with relevant experience are welcome to apply. 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. Evidence might be a professional qualification, training, or work experience in a relevant field. Please contact the postgraduate admissions team to find out more.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £12100 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £12100 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £12100 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £12100 | Year 1 |
| International | £17500 | 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
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