MSc Financial Mathematics

at University of Exeter

The taught element of the programme takes place between October and May and is arranged into two 12-week teaching semesters.
 

The modules we outline here provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this degree course based on recent academic teaching. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand.

Compulsory modules

• Methods for Stochastics and Finance
• Analysis and Computation for Finance
• Mathematical Theory of Option Pricing
• Advanced Mathematics Project
• Fundamentals of Financial Management
• Research Methodology

Normally a 2:1 Honours degree or equivalent in a mathematics, science or engineering subject, with significant mathematics content.

English Language Requirements
 

• IELTS

  Overall score 6.5. No less than 6.0 in any section.
   

• TOEFL

  Overall score 90 with minimum scores of 21 for writing, 21 for listening, 22 for reading and 23 for speaking.

UK fees per year: 
£16,000 full-time
 

With Professional placement (second year) £3,200
 

International fees per year: 
£26,000 full-time
 

With Professional placement (second year) £5,200

The University of Exeter has an established reputation of training tomorrow's great minds to a high standard, so when it comes to life after graduation you can be confident that you are starting your next professional adventure in a prime, leading position. All programmes are designed so you not only get a second to none education in your area of choice, but you also are equipped with the correct vocational skills to achieve success in the working world or in further study.