MSc in Finance with Banking
Content and structure
Course timeline
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27 September 2021 - 3 October 2021
Induction
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4 October 2021 - 28 January 2022
Semester one
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7 February 2022 - 2 June 2022
Semester two
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June 2022 - September 2022
Dissertation / Practice Track
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December 2022
Graduation
Please note that units and course information below refers to the 2020/21 academic year. 2021/22 content is likely to be similar but is subject to change.
Semester one: taught units
Compulsory units
You will take these units:
Optional units
You will select two of these units:
Semester two: taught units
Compulsory units
You will take these units:
Optional units
You will select two of these units:
- International finance
- Risk management
- Financial statement analysis and company valuation
- Contemporary finance issues
- New venture financing
- Behavioural finance
Summer: Dissertation or Practice Track
You will finish the course by choosing one of these two options:
Dissertation Track
You will produce a unique piece of research using techniques learned throughout the year.
Read more about the dissertation.
Practice Track
You will work with one of our partner organisations to solve a real business challenge. In teams, you will apply what you have learned and present your work to the company.
Practice Track: MSc students' view
Detailed course information
Teaching and learning
You’ll learn from academics who are experts in the field of finance and banking.
You will experience a variety of teaching methods including:
- group coursework
- computer seminars
- case studies
- interactive lectures
Specialists from our Careers Service, Academic Skills Centre and Library offer a range of personal development opportunities. There are more options available through the Students’ Union.
Methods of assessment
Units are assessed by a combination of formal examinations and coursework
Additional costs
As well as the cost of books, you will also need to cover the cost of scanning and photocopying. You should budget at least £100 for this.
Some courses involve engagement away from the University campus, and you may be required to pay some or all of the costs for these optional events.
This course is regulated by the Office for Students.