About the course

This MSc Quantitative Finance with Data Science provides you with training in advanced mathematical finance and the skills in data science needed for a career in modern financial institutions.

　　The range of topics covered includes:

　　statistical analysis

　　numerical mathematics

　　machine learning

　　computer programming with applications of focused on real world problems in finance.

　　This Master's degree provides you with substantial knowledge and understanding of mathematical techniques that are commonly used in the finance industry including derivative pricing, risk quantification, portfolio management, as well as the statistical tools that are commonly used, such as forecasting, hypothesis testing, volatility models, financial time series.

　　Start Date: October 2024 Duration: One year Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Bloomsbury
Autumn (September), 2025	Bloomsbury

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Birkbeck

The normal entry requirement is a secondclass honours degree 22 or above from a UK university or overseas equivalent in a quantitative subject such as mathematics physics statistics economics or engineering Graduates from other disciplines such as computer science will be accepted if their degree contains a major quantitative element

　　In some circumstances we are able to admit students with an undergraduate degree that is less than the 22 standard provided that your subsequent work experience andor education and training is considered to have brought you to an equivalent standard

　　Alternatively a merit or higher in a Graduate Diploma in economics mathematics or statistics would be suitable

　　Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications andor relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners

　　If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System IELTS Academic Test score of 6.5 with not less than 6.0 in each of the subtests

　　TOEFL IBT - Standard requirement - 79 (reading - 18, writing - 23, listening - 19, speaking - 19)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Birkbeck. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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