We will consider applicants with any other 2:2 degree or above which includes:
At least one Maths or Econometrics module, such as:
We accept a wide range of qualifications from applicants studying in the EU and other countries. Get in touch with any questions you may have about the qualifications we accept. Remember to tell us about the qualifications you have already completed or are currently taking.
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If English is not your first language, we require IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum component score of 5.5.
If you do not meet our IELTS requirements then you may be able to complete a pre-sessional English pathway that enables you to start your course without retaking IELTS.
The University uses academic selection criteria to determine an applicant’s ability to successfully complete a course at the University of Essex. Where appropriate, we may ask for specific information relating to previous modules studied or work experience.
The MSc Financial Technology (Computer Science) gives you a strong understanding of the intricacies of financial and economic markets, the ability to apply advanced computing methods, and the ability to design and program solutions that exploit the synergy between finance, economics and computation.
To specialise in the economic aspects of this industry, explore our MSc Financial Technology (Economics) , or the business aspects in MSc Financial Technology (Finance) .
You’ll be taught in collaboration with the Centre for Computational Finance and Economics Agents (CCFEA) within the School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering, the Essex Finance Centre (EFiC) within Essex Business School, and the Department of Economics.