Master in Finance Msc

Applications for the Nov 2027 intake are due by Aug 15, 2027, and tuition is International: £26,500 (£6,000 discount, see T&Cs link below).

Designed for individuals eager to navigate the complexities of global financial markets, this programme cultivates the analytical and quantitative expertise required to excel in the financial services sector or research-focused academia. Whether you are building on a quantitative undergraduate background or pivoting into the field, you will develop a rigorous understanding of how investors and corporate managers make critical financial decisions, manage risk, and influence economic growth.

The curriculum bridges the gap between sophisticated financial theory and real-world application. You will have the unique opportunity to utilize the state-of-the-art FinTrU Trading Room, which replicates professional environments in London and New York, complete with 26 Bloomberg terminals. Beyond the classroom, you can engage with the Queen’s Student Managed Fund, allowing you to manage a live investment portfolio supported by industry leaders.

Programme Distinctives

• CFA Institute Recognition: The programme aligns with the CFA Candidate Body of Knowledge, ensuring your education meets global industry standards.
• Quantitative Edge: Gain hands-on proficiency in industry-standard software, including Python, R, Stata, and Matlab.
• Industry Integration: Benefit from guest lectures by finance professionals and networking opportunities within the Queen’s Business School’s innovative, purpose-built facilities.
• Sustainability Focus: Modules are mapped to U.N. Sustainable Development Goals, equipping you to promote responsible and sustainable economic decision-making.

Queen's University Belfast is a historic and research-led university located in the heart of Belfast, Northern Ireland. Founded as Queen's College Belfast in 1845 and established as an independent university in 1908, Queen's combines a long heritage with modern ambitions. The campus sits within a designated conservation area and serves a diverse community of around 24,915 students, including roughly 3,500 international students, creating a lively and inclusive environment for study and social life.

Academically, Queen's is a Russell Group member with strong disciplinary strengths and a clear focus on employability. The university hosts four flagship Global Research Institutes addressing Global Peace, Security and Justice; Cyber Security; Health Sciences; and Food Safety, offering students opportunities to engage with impactful research. Career-facing initiatives such as Degree Plus and targeted employer workshops enhance internships, placements and graduate prospects, while sustained investment in campus infrastructure has delivered new teaching facilities, a student centre and a cutting-edge clinical simulation centre for health-related programmes.

For international students, Belfast offers an affordable and welcoming city experience with rich cultural life and efficient transport links across the UK and Ireland. University support services help with arrival, visas and accommodation, and a variety of clubs, societies and volunteering options make it easy to build networks and gain practical experience. Queen's is a strong choice for students seeking rigorous teaching, active research opportunities and clear pathways into careers in the UK and beyond.