Program Overview
The Quantitative Finance and Mathematics at Heriot-Watt University 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 Quantitative Finance and Mathematics 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 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 19,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 19,100 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Quantitative Finance and Mathematics programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'Modelling and Tools;\', \'Derivative Markets and Pricing;\', \'Research and Industry Topics.\', \'Stochastic Simulation;\', \'Statistical Methods;\', \'Modern Portfolio Theory;\', \'Optimization;\', \'Enterprise Risk Management;\', \'Data mining and Machine Learning;\', \'Financial Markets;\', \'Software Engineering Foundations;\', \'Bayesian Inference and Computational Methods;\', \'Financial Engineering;\', \'Numerical Analysis (PDEs);\', \'Advanced Derivative Pricing;\', "Numerical Techniques for PDE\'s with either Time Series or Financial Econometrics;", \'Advanced Software Engineering.\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Entry requirements
- Entry is aimed at graduates with strong mathematical knowledge and skills. A good honours degree in mathematics, statistics or a related subject with a substantial mathematical content is required. Motivation and a willingness to work hard are also important pre-requisites.
- We are looking to train those who not only have a strong background in mathematics, but who also possess the ability to communicate effectively, and have the desire to succeed in a dynamic and competitive industry.
- The programme is not suitable for finance professionals without graduate-level mathematical training.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 19,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 19,100 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 19,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 19,100 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Heriot-Watt University 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 Heriot-Watt University
Heriot-Watt University
City of Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Heriot-Watt University 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- Start Date 2018-09-11
- Language English
- Duration 12 months