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Financial Mathematics MSc

Queen Mary University of London

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Queen Mary University of London

Course options

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Mile End

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    15-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

Mathematics is the beating heart of the financial sector. With us you'll develop the mathematical and statistical knowledge to model and predict the behaviour of financial markets.

Our programme is flexible too! There are three distinct specialisms to choose from, allowing you to tailor it to your specific needs and interests.

You'll graduate with the theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills for a wide range of careers in the financial services industry, including investment banking, investment management, fintech, quantitative pricing and risk management.

This programme is divided in two parts.

In the first semester, you will complete the compulsory modules that provide a foundation for your career in finance. You will develop a detailed understanding of the financial industry as well as the mathematical, computational and data analysis techniques to work as a practitioner.

In the second semester, you will decide on your specialism. This part of the programme has been designed to prepare you for specific career paths, so what you study will depend on what you wish to do in the future.

Our specialisms, also known as streams, can be found below. We've highlighted the skills you will develop and the potential career paths for each stream.

Career paths

You will be equipped to undertake a wide range of careers in the banking and finance sector in roles that require a high level of numeracy, problem-solving and computing expertise, as well as in marketing, public services, consultancy, industry and commerce.

Typical roles would be in areas such as quantitative analysis, software development, derivatives trading, risk management, investment management, sales, marketing and consultancy.

Students who have graduated from this programme have gone into a variety of roles including IT Audit Analyst, Quant Developer, Data Analyst, Quantitative Investment Strategist, Market Risk Associate, Quantitative Analyst, Tax Associate and more. Recent employers include EY, PwC, London Royal Asset Management, Macquarie Group, Spreadex and Schonfield.

Application deadline

09 September 2024

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 31,500per year

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

University information

Queen Mary University of London

Queen Mary University of London

Queen Mary University of London

  • University League Table

    50th

  • Campus address

    Queen Mary University of London, Admissions and Recruitment Office, Mile End Road, London, Tower Hamlets, E1 4NS, England

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Students can experience campus life while living in London, the best student city in the world.
Research at Queen Mary is world-leading across disciplines, with its academics making a major impact across all subject areas.
Queen Mary is truly inclusive, with multiple nationalities represented on its campuses.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Mathematics

    39th out of 65 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 234
    139 59%

    38th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    78.0 78%

    43rd

    11

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.97 74%

    52nd

    8

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