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Statistics with Applications to Finance MSc

University of Leeds

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Course options

  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    University of Leeds

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP-25

  • Duration

    12 months

Course summary

Data is integral to our society and there’s an ongoing demand for numerate specialists in a broad range of industries. From finance to governmental departments, the emergency services to gaming – the career opportunities that’ll open up to you with a Statistics MSc could be far-reaching.

Our Statistics with Applications to Finance MSc is a focused degree programme which enables you to broaden and deepen your understanding of statistics and financial applications. It combines in-depth training in mainstream advanced statistical modelling with a specialisation in financial mathematics.

As well as the statistics expertise from within the School of Mathematics, the MSc also draws on experience in financial mathematics from Leeds University Business School.

Both the School of Mathematics and the Leeds University Business School are home to specialist facilities and passionate academics who are experts in their fields. These Schools are also responsible for delivering internationally excellent research and have strong links with industry and a whole range of research institutions.

This means, once you’ve graduated, you’ll be fully equipped with the most up-to-date practices and techniques, alongside the technical skill set you’ll need to pursue an exciting career in a variety of job roles.

Career opportunities

There is a shortage of well-qualified statisticians globally. Numeracy, in general, is an attribute keenly sought after by employers. The emergence of data mining and analysis means that demand for statisticians is growing across a wide range of sectors, including:

    • Actuarial, betting and gaming industries
    • Charitable organisations
    • Commercial, environmental and financial organisations
    • Forensic and police investigation
    • Government departments
    • Market research
    • Medical and pharmaceutical organisations
    • The course is designed specifically to meet this demand.

Application deadline

08 September 2024

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 29,750per 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 Leeds

University of Leeds

  • University League Table

    23rd

  • Campus address

    University of Leeds, Woodhouse Lane, Leeds, Leeds, LS2 9JT, England

A global community with staff and students from over 130 countries, providing opportunities to meet and work with people from around the world.
The University of Leeds is continually investing in its campus, from new labs and lecture theatres to one of the most impressive libraries in the UK.
The University of Leeds has been welcoming international students for over 100 years, so you can be sure of experienced help throughout your time at Leeds.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    7th out of 103 1

    21st out of 65 5

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    162 71%

    14th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    89.0 89%

    4th

    3
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.12 78%

    55th

    17
  • Entry standards

    / Max 234
    168 72%

    24th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    86.0 86%

    15th

    8
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.90 73%

    59th

    8

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