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Investment and Finance MSc

University of Strathclyde

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    John Anderson Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    12 Months

Course summary

The MSc Investment & Finance is for those wanting to develop careers in areas such as security analysis, portfolio analysis and investment management. The course provides you with a comprehensive education in the theory of finance. It also covers the various techniques and analytical tools used by investment professionals in practical decision-making.

This programme will prepare you for a career in the financial services industry and is ideally suited for entrepreneurs that want to have a solid knowledge of finance and its applications.

What you'll study

Semester 1 is designed to give you a solid foundation and understanding of the financial services and investment theories and applications. Semester 2 delves deeper on advanced finance, financial analysis and quantitative methods and techniques. In addition, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of derivatives and portfolio theory and applications, trading used for hedging, financial engineering, and treasury management.

Research projects

You'll work on a series of research projects, supported by an academic supervisor. You can choose a topic from the broad range of issues covered on the programme. You'll be assessed on your ability to select and apply relevant theory and research methods. This work may be linked to an issue raised by, or a problem to be solved for, an employer.

Careers

This course is suitable for those intending to develop their careers in finance, broadly defined as:

asset management

corporate finance

security analysis

derivatives, financial engineering and treasury management

financial decision and policymaking

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 2,717month

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

University information

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University of Strathclyde

University of Strathclyde

  • University League Table

    32nd

  • Campus address

    University of Strathclyde, McCance Building, 16 Richmond Street, Glasgow, Glasgow, City Of, G1 1XQ, Scotland

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Welcoming almost 23,000 students from over 140 countries, Strathclyde offers a supportive and vibrant university experience for students of all backgrounds.
Strathclyde offers numerous scholarships and funding opportunities to support students in their studies.
It's home to an International Study Centre offering international students the option to complete pre-master's programmes.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Business & Management Studies

    16th out of 122 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 221
    212 96%

    2nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    82.0 82%

    19th

    10

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.14 78%

    36th

    24

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