Master in Financial Engineering Masters MSc

Tuition costs 23,850 GBP per year, while applications for the Sep 2027 intake are open until Jul 1, 2027.

The Master in Financial Engineering Masters MSc at the University of Birmingham is a one-year program for students who want to learn about mathematical finance and numerical methods. This Master's degree is designed for students with a background in engineering or a related field. The program is taught in English and lasts one year.

The curriculum includes core modules like Mathematical Finance, Advanced Mathematical Finance, and Numerical Methods and Numerical Linear Algebra. Students also choose from optional modules such as Applied Statistics, Game Theory and Multicriteria Decision Making, and Statistical Methods in Finance and Economics. A Financial Engineering Project or Postgraduate Taught Knowledge Exchange Pathway is a key part of the program.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Financial Engineers, Risk Managers, Investment Analysts, Quantitative Analysts, or Data Scientists. They can work in banks, investment firms, or financial institutions, developing and implementing financial models and managing risk.

The University of Birmingham, chartered in 1900, is a large, research-intensive redbrick university located in Edgbaston. It offers a broad spectrum of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and has a reputation for multidisciplinary research, substantial campus investment and strong academic staffing. With more than 34,000 students, including a sizeable international community, Birmingham combines historic strengths with modern facilities and a global outlook.

Research and teaching span the arts, sciences, engineering, medicine and social sciences, supported by major investments in campus infrastructure and academic appointments. The university promotes interdisciplinary collaboration through flagship fellowships and research initiatives, and many courses provide opportunities for placements, industry engagement and overseas study on its international campuses. Student support services include extensive academic development, career services and wellbeing provision tailored to an international cohort.

Life at Birmingham blends a vibrant campus with access to the city's cultural and professional resources, enabling students to pursue extracurricular activities, volunteering and professional networking. The institution’s global partnerships and growing research profile open doors for international collaborations and career pathways. Prospective international applicants should carefully check entry requirements, funding and application deadlines and contact the university’s international office for guidance on visas, scholarships and arrival planning.