Data science is becoming increasingly important in the finance industry, as companies seek graduates whose main expertise is in finance but who also have a high level of data science literacy and skills.
The Finance with Data Science MSc will equip you with the skills required to make data-driven decisions as a finance specialist and stand out in the job market. You’ll learn to collaborate and contribute on the technical aspects of projects, analyses, and decisions with colleagues and, in particular, with data science experts.
The course is delivered by UCL School of Management and UCL Department of Economics. It has been specifically designed based on world-class research expertise in finance, data science, econometrics, and economics.
The MSc Finance with Data Science equips students with a powerful blend of financial expertise and data analytical skills essential in today’s data-driven economy.
Graduates gain subject-specific abilities, such as financial modelling, risk analysis, and coding for data analysis, as well as experience working with various financial databases and Bloomberg terminals. The course also develops wider professional skills including critical thinking, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. These capabilities are highly valued across industries such as banking, asset management, fintech, consultancy, and regulatory bodies, preparing graduates for roles that require both financial acumen and data fluency.
This course will provide you with the knowledge, understanding and skills to engage with specialist roles in the modern global financial industry. Graduate Outcomes survey carried out by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA), looking at the destinations of graduates in the 2023–2024 cohorts.
The degree prepares you for a wide range of careers, typically in a financial company, in roles that are more quantitative than MSc Finance graduates, and with a large expected exposure to computer and data scientists. Some examples include:
| QS 综合 | 院校 | 学制 | 学费 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 第 136 位 | 埃克塞特大学University of Exeter | 1年 | 32600英镑/年 |