About Msc Quantitative Finance in University of Strathclyde

Study with us

• gain an understanding of financial theory and analysis, financial markets, numerical methods in finance, and programming for financial applications
• designed with input from the finance industry
• opportunity to undertake industry-based project

Why this course?

The MSc in Quantitative Finance has been developed to address the demand for market-aware graduates who can demonstrate an understanding of mathematical models used in financail tools, products and software.

The course is an innovative cross-faculty alliance between Strathclyde Business School and the Faculty of Science. It's been designed for those with a strong aptitude for mathematics, statistics and computing who haven't studied these topics in detail in their undergraduate degree. The course allows students with different degree backgrounds to learn the necessary skills to move into the financial industry.

The programme will prepare you for a career in financial engineering and risk management leading to roles as hedge fund manager or financial analyst.

What you’ll study

The curriculum provides a balance between finance and mathematical theory, computer implementations of this theory, and practical skills and knowledge.

Core classes in Semester 1 address themes such as principles of finance and quantitative methods for finance, as well as foundation classes in mathematics, statistics and computing science. In Semester 2, you choose three optional classes.

On the programme you'll gain:

• good understanding of financial theory and analysis
• appreciation of financial markets
• practical understanding of numerical methods in finance
• introduction to programming for financial applications
• understanding of the role of computers in business processes

Learning & teaching

Teaching is student-focused – we encourage you to take responsibility for your own learning and development. Classes are supported by web-based materials. We ensure class sizes allow for good contact between students and teaching staff.

Classes are delivered by a number of teaching methods:

• lectures (using a variety of media including electronic presentations and computer demonstrations)
• tutorials
• computer laboratories
• coursework
• projects

Careers

We work closely with the University's Careers Service, which offers advice and guidance on career planning, and looking for and applying for jobs. In addition, they administer and publicise graduate and work experience opportunities.

Our graduates

Our graduates have gone on to find careers with companies such as Deloitte, PWC, Bank of Ireland and BlackRock, among others.

Job titles include:

• Business Change Consultant
• Advisor to CEO
• Manager Transfer Pricing Economist
• Risk Officer
• Trainee Actuarial Analyst
• Management Trainee

Academic qualification equivalents

• For entry to Strathclyde postgraduate programmes, we'd look for a first-class undergraduate degree (approx 60%) from a
  recognised Indian institution.

English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS    :     6.5 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component
• TOEFL  :    80+ overall,with the following minimum scores in each component: Listening:17 Reading: 18 Speaking:20 Writing:19
• PTE      :     58+ overall, with a minimum of 51 in each component

University of Strathclyde Highlights

University of Strathclyde Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

Fee for various range of courses available at the university varies as per their duration, level and type of program. Some of the popular courses with their respective fees are as mentioned below.

Undergraduate Courses (2020-2021)

Graduate Courses (2020-2021)

Cost of Living

List of expenses apart from the basic tuition fee are as compiled below.

Note that candidates looking for their private rented accommodation will require 100 to 125 GBP, per week, for a room in a shared plus other expenses.