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Financial Operational Research

The University of Edinburgh
Information last verified July 2026
Degree MSc
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Language English

Program Overview

The Financial Operational Research at The University of Edinburgh is a MSc programme in Humanities 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 humanities. 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 Financial Operational Research 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

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Financial Operational Research programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Computing for OR and Finance
  2. Fundamentals of Optimization
  3. Fundamentals of OR
  4. Methodology, Modelling and Consulting Skills
  5. Financial Mathematics and Investment
  6. Financial Risk Management
  7. Simulation
  8. Stochastic Modelling
  9. Finance
  10. Industry
  11. Optimization
  12. Statistics

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

The minimum entry requirement is a UK 2:1 degree, or its international equivalent, in a numerate discipline such as mathematics, engineering, computer science, physical or biological sciences, economics or business.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

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About The University of Edinburgh

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The University of Edinburgh

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months