Finance and Banking MSc

at University of Brighton

Course structure
 

The course is composed of three phases:

• Phase 1 teaches the core subjects of finance, economics and research methods

• Phase 2 introduces specialist modules in finance and banking

• Phase 3 is the dissertation or work placement project that draws together the learning from the whole of the programme, allowing you to develop your research skills and capacity for critical analysis while creating a specialisation in a particular field of finance and banking
   

All modules on the course involve both taught sessions and guided independent study. For a typical module, approximately 30% of the total hours comprise taught activity, 10% is guided study and supervision, and the remainder is independent study.
 

Core modules

• Economics of Financial Markets
• Financial Theory and Practice
• Research Methods for Finance and Economics
• Dissertation or Work Placement Project

The entry requirements listed here are our typical offer for this course if you wish to begin studying with us in 2022. They should be used as a general guide. 
 

Degree and experience

Normally a good honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject is required. Work experience is useful but not essential. Applicants with non-standard entry qualifications may be considered. If you are unsure whether you meet the entry requirements then please contact us.
 

International students who need help meeting the academic entry requirements should contact our International College.

International (full-time) - 15,462 GBP

Banking is a profession that offers a huge variety of opportunities, the possibility of rapid career progression, and good pay and benefits. 
 

The course prepares you for a range of careers in central banks, finance departments of industrial and service companies, regulatory bodies, government agencies, financial consultancies and auditors. Such companies are actively looking to recruit postgraduate-level professionals.
 

It will also prepare you to work in some of the new companies that are emerging in the areas between finance and technology. These new firms are disrupting the banking industry by using new technology to reduce the cost or improve the performance of some core banking activities.  
 

There is a particularly strong demand for banking graduates in developing economies where financial organisations are seeking postgraduate-level professionals with a sophisticated understanding of banking.
 

The course is also ideal preparation for continuing your studies at MPhil or PhD level, or working as a professional researcher in finance.