Program Overview
The Investments at University of Birmingham 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 Investments 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
- Tuition: GBP 17,850 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,370 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Investments programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Dissertation (60 credits)
- Financial Modelling and Forecasting Techniques (20 credits)
- Financial Statement Analysis for Investors (10 credits)
- Foreign Exchange and International Money Markets (20 credits)
- Fund Management (10 credits)
- Investment Mathematics, Concepts and Markets (10 credits)
- Portfolio Theory and Investment Analysis (10 credits)
- Risk Management (10 credits)
- Security Analysis and Valuation (10 credits)
- Corporate Governance Issues in Fund Management (10 credits)
- International Treasury Management (10 credits)
- Private Equity and Venture Finance (10 credits)
- Quantitative Techniques in Finance (10 credits)
- Trading Techniques (10 credits)
- Market Microstructure (10 credits)
Admission Requirements
Detailed admission requirements are not specified. Common requirements may include:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Academic transcripts
- Letters of recommendation
- Statement of purpose
- Language proficiency (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS)
For specific requirements, please contact the university directly.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 17,850 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,370 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: GBP 17,850 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,370 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Birmingham 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 Birmingham
University of Birmingham
Birmingham, United Kingdom
University of Birmingham 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 September 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months