Master in Financial Analytics Msc

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

Designed for those who thrive at the intersection of financial markets and data-driven technology, this programme bridges the gap between complex quantitative models and real-world financial decision-making. You will master the sophisticated computational tools and statistical methodologies that define modern FinTech, positioning yourself at the forefront of an industry that demands both financial acumen and programming expertise.

Study takes place within the state-of-the-art Queen’s Business School, featuring a dedicated FinTrU Trading Room that offers access to Bloomberg terminals and enterprise-grade data platforms like Google Cloud and Posit Workbench. Beyond the classroom, you are encouraged to join the Student Managed Fund, providing a rare opportunity to manage real capital, an experience widely recognised as a significant differentiator for graduate employability.

Professional Recognition

• CFA Institute University Recognition Program: The curriculum aligns with the Candidate Body of Knowledge (CBOK), ensuring your studies meet global investment standards.
• CQF Institute Partnership: As an academic partner of the Certificate in Quantitative Finance Institute, students gain exclusive access to research, industry networking, and professional workshops.

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.