Applied Statistics and Financial Modelling,MSc

Birkbeck, University of London

United Kingdom, London

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Birkbeck, University of London

United Kingdom , London

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Central London

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesOctober-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Next Intake October-2026

Applied Statistics and Financial Modelling,MSc

About

Course Overview

With a strong emphasis on practical application, this MSc Applied Statistics and Financial Modelling is designed to deepen your understanding of statistical methods and financial modelling techniques. It is ideal if you work in the arena of finance, data analysis or research but want to excel in a competitive job market.

Why choose this course?

You will learn from experienced lecturers who are leaders in their fields, bringing real-world insights and cutting-edge research into the classroom.
The course has a comprehensive curriculum covering topics including advanced statistical methods, financial econometrics and risk management.
It benefits from our partnerships with leading financial institutions and gives you the chance to attend exclusive events to help enhance your professional network.
This course's strong reputation and practical focus help our graduates stand out for some of the top employers in finance, consulting and data analytics.

What you will learn

You will master advanced statistical techniques and financial modelling tools to help prepare you for success in roles in data analysis, risk management and economic forecasting. The curriculum is also designed to equip you with practical skills directly applicable to real-world scenarios, ensuring you are ready to tackle complex career challenges.

How you will learn

This course is taught via a blend of lectures, seminars and workshops, providing you with a dynamic and interactive learning environment. It emphasises a hands-on approach to learning, ensuring you can apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems.

This course is available to study full- or part-time and follows an evening timetable.

Discover the career opportunities available by taking Applied Statistics and Financial Modelling (MSc).

Requirements

Entry Requirements

A second-class honours degree (2:2) or above, with mathematics or statistics as a main subject.

Other degrees or professional qualifications may also be acceptable, such as the Graduate Diploma of the Royal Statistical Society.

Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively. We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners.

On your application form, please list all your relevant qualifications and experience, including those you expect to achieve.

Apply now to secure your place. The earlier you apply, the sooner your application can be considered and you can enrol. You do not need to have completed your current qualification to start your application.

English Program Requirements

If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, the requirement for this course is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.5, with not less than 6.0 in each of the sub-tests.

If you don't meet the minimum IELTS requirement, we offer pre-sessional English courses and foundation programmes to help you improve your English language skills and get your place at Birkbeck.

Visit the International section of our website to find out more about our English language entry requirements and relevant requirements by country.

Career

On successfully graduating from this MSc Applied Statistics and Financial Modelling, you will have gained an array of essential transferable skills, including in:

advanced data analysis and statistical modelling
financial forecasting and risk management
critical thinking and problem-solving
effective communication and presentation skills.

Graduates can pursue career paths in data collection, research, analysis, modelling and forecasting. Possible professions include:

financial analyst
data scientist
risk manager
quantitative researcher roles.

Our graduates have gone on to be employed by organisations such as Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, Deloitte and the Bank of England.

Further information about careers in statistics is available from the Royal Statistical Society.

We offer a comprehensive careers service - Careers and Enterprise - your career partner during your time at Birkbeck and beyond. At every stage of your career journey, we empower you to take ownership of your future, helping you to make the connection between your experience, education and future ambitions.