MSc Digital Economy

Master the use of financial technology as you prepare for a career in the changing field of finance. 

FinTech is changing the way financial institutions provide services, and how individuals and firms use these services. This Master’s in financial technology explores the development of financial technology itself, its use in forensic analysis, and its application in digitalised business processes to help prepare you for your career in FinTech. 

On the course you'll explore fundamental principles and emerging trends in forensic technology and economics, develop your understanding of how financial markets work, and uncover key theories for our digital economy. You'll access our University Bloomberg suites, where you'll use industry-standard analytical tools and software throughout the course to build the skills you'll use in the workforce.

You'll graduate ready for a range of careers across the technologically driven finance sector, and be able to demonstrate your skills and experience with tools that analyse and visualise financial data. 

• A second-class honours degree in a relevant or related subject, which includes some element of statistics or quantitative methods, or equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications.

Please get in touch if you're not sure if your undergraduate subject is relevant to this degree.

If you're applying as an international student with a non-UK degree, you’ll need to show you meet the UK entry requirements listed above.

To find out if your non-UK degree or other qualification is accepted, please visit our page for your country and view the UK equivalent of your qualification. 

When you graduate with this MSc Financial Technology Master's, you'll have the skills and knowledge you need to make an impact in the financial sector. 

Whether you're already working in financial services and banking or looking to start your career, you'll have the understanding and experience you need to stand out in the workplace. 

You'll have experience of data analytics and industry software, and have the flexibility and transferable skills to 

succeed across the finance and accounting industries.

Depending on your interests, this Master's degree in financial technology could prepare you to become a 

financial analyst, work with FinTech or RegTech companies, or pursue