Banking and Finance
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Master the mechanics of modern banking and risk
9th in the UK for Finance
(Shanghai Global Ranking for Finance 2026)
Why study MSc Banking and Finance?
Taught by a dynamic mix of research-active academics and visiting City professionals, our curriculum bridges cutting-edge financial theory with contemporary industry practice. You will benefit from flexible study pathways and tailored skill-building designed to elevate your professional profile.
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Tailor your degree: Personalise your learning with a wide range of elective modules aligned with your career goals.
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Practical tech and programming skills: Take advantage of specialised, optional short modules in programming languages and industry-standard trading software, including Bloomberg.
- Bridge the industry gap: Develop practical, professional expertise through AmplifyME finance simulations and our student-managed investment fund.
Programme structure
You have a choice between:
- 6 compulsory modules + 3 elective modules + dissertation (7,000 words)
- 6 compulsory modules+ 3 elective modules + Further Topics in Valuation + applied project in valuation (4,000 words)
For more information about the programme structure, please visit the course page.
Campus and facilities
Situated just moments from London’s primary financial hubs, the City of London and Canary Wharf, our campus offers an ideal environment for postgraduate study, networking, and professional growth.
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London location: Study within easy reach of global investment banks, regulatory bodies, and financial institutions.
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State-of-the-Art learning spaces: Learn in modern facilities, including advanced computer labs equipped with industry-leading financial software such as Bloomberg and Refinitiv Eikon (Reuters).
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Postgraduate accommodation: Access dedicated student accommodation.
Scholarships and funding
We are delighted to offer scholarships of up to £7,000 for highly qualified international offer holders joining us in January 2027.
For more information about fees and funding, please visit the course page.
Careers
This degree prepares you for a wide range of careers in the financial sector, especially in risk management and regulation in commercial banks, investment banks, and supervisory financial institutions (e.g. central banks).
