MSc Financial Technology (Economics) MSc
University of Essex
Key Course Facts
Course Description
This course is subject to final approval by the University of Essex.
The MSc Financial Technology suite has three unique variants for you to explore so you can tailor your Master’s in Financial Technology to suit your interests and goals. In addition to the MSc Financial Technology (Economics) variant, there is also the option of MSc Financial Technology (Finance) and MSc Financial Technology (Computer Science), giving you the chance to specialise in your preferred area of study.
From mobile banking to cryptocurrencies, from roboadvisors to copy trading, the financial services sector is transforming rapidly. Are you looking for a career in this emerging industry of Financial Technology? Here at Essex we provide an interdisciplinary programme covering a range of crucial skills required for FinTech, making the most of our research and teaching strengths. You will learn about microeconomics and big data, software development and the underpinnings of the financial system. You will benefit from our proximity to London as well as our connections with employers. You will mingle not only with students specialising in the economics of FinTech, but also those specialising on the computer science side as well as business strategy.
The MSc Financial Technology (Economics) is designed for students seeking a career in the finance industry, in particular the financial technology sector. This course will equip you with both theoretical and technical skills that are specific for the finance industry. It will also equip you with transferable skills such as the ability to develop and present an argument, and the ability to work independently and in groups.
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
Please see entry requirements here
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Costs
Tuition Fees MSc Financial Technology (Economics) MSc
England UK | £14300 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £14300 | year 1 |
Scotland | £14300 | year 1 |
Wales | £14300 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £14300 | year 1 |
Ireland | £14300 | year 1 |
EU | £22400 | year 1 |
International | £22400 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Fees displayed are for 2024-25 entry. Fees for part-time courses are calculated pro-rata to the relevant full-time fee.
Tuition fees may be subject to annual increases in each year of study in line with inflation.
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
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About University of Essex
The University of Essex, is a public, research university where curiosity prevails and thinking outside the box isn’t just encouraged, it’s expected. Based in the county of the same name, Essex, the main campus is located in Wivenhoe Park, near Colchester. It is home to the university’s three faculties, Humanities, Science & Health and Social Sciences, as well as a very large community of local rabbits, and other small fauna typical of the English countryside.
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Student composition of University of Essex
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Essex by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 12070
- postgraduates:
- 3690
- Total:
- 15760
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Economics”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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