Program Overview
The Computational Finance at University of Essex is a MSc programme in Business & Management over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Computational Finance programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: GBP 14,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 11,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Colchester, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Computational Finance programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- CCFEA MSc Dissertation
- Financial Engineering and Risk Management
- Introduction to Financial Market Analysis
- Learning and Computational Intelligence in Economics and Finance
- Professional Practice and Research Methodology
- Quantitative Methods in Finance and Trading
- Big-Data for Computational Finance
- Industry Expert Lectures in Finance
- Mathematical Research Techniques Using Matlab
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
UK entry requirements
- They will consider applications with an overall grade of 2:2 and above.
International and EU entry requirements
- They accept a wide range of qualifications from applicants studying in the EU and other countries.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 14,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 11,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 14,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 11,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Essex directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Essex
University of Essex
Colchester, United Kingdom
University of Essex is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-07-18
- Start Date 2018-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months