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Financial Data Science Masters/MSc

University of Birmingham

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    University of Birmingham

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Course overview Propel your career in the financial sector to new heights. With a blend of finance, mathematics, statistics and data science, you’ll gain practical experience in harnessing data to inform decisions. With a focus on practical skills, industry engagement, and experiential learning, you’ll be equipped to succeed in today's competitive job market. Open up a world of opportunities from quantitative analysis and data science, to financial engineering and risk analysis. Course highlights Study advanced statistical techniques and machine learning algorithms tailored specifically for the financial services industry. We blend foundational knowledge with hands-on projects. You'll cover essential topics including statistical inference and deep learning, time series analysis, and algorithmic trading. With lots of module choice, you can also specialise in areas that really interest you. Benefit from guest lectures and seminars delivered by leading industry and subject experts, providing valuable insights into current trends and practices in the financial sector. Immerse yourself in a collaborative learning environment through group projects, seminars, and networking events. Engage with peers and industry professionals to build valuable connections and enhance your teamwork and communication skills.

Application deadline

28/08/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 30,420per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

  • University League Table

    12th

  • Campus address

    University of Birmingham, Edgbaston Birmingham, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2TT, United Kingdom

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The University of Birmingham is a founding member of the elite Russell Group of UK universities and is known all around the world for its pioneering research.
Based in the second largest city in the UK, Birmingham offers an outstanding international student experience.
The university has a vibrant international student community and is home to over 10,000 international students from approximately 150 countries.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Computer Science

    6th out of 118 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 229
    168 73%

    16th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    90.0 90%

    18th

    12

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.65 91%

    1st

    2

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