Financial Mathematics MSc
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    Financial Mathematics MSc

    University of Sussex
    University of Sussex
    United Kingdom
    United Kingdom, Brighton
    University Rank:#247
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    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 33,213 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026

    Financial Mathematics MSc

    About

    Understand the main aspects of quantitative finance – including general finance theory, finance models and programming for graduates with a science, engineering and mathematics background.

    Our course builds on Sussex’s strong foundation of interdisciplinary research. You’ll be taught by experts from both the Department of Mathematics and the University of Sussex Business School. Topics covered include:

    • interest-rate theory
    • arbitrage theory
    • GARCH models
    • corporate finance
    • option pricing models and numerical analysis
    • programming in C and Java
    • the use of mathematical computing software.

    When you graduate, you’ll have the knowledge and skills to succeed in the fast-paced world of finance.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Degree requirementsBachelors degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.0/5.0 or 2.8/4.0.Subject-specific requirementsYour qualification should have a high mathematics content, demonstrating knowledge in calculus, probability and statistics, differential equations and some numerical analysis/ scientific computation / programming / modelling. You are suited to this course if your qualification is in mathematics, finance, economics, business, science, engineering or computing. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.Please noteOur entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 59
    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 80

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS (Academic)

    Standard level (6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component).

    IELTS scores are valid for two years from the test date. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. Find out more about IELTS

    We accept IELTS One Skills Retake.

    We do not accept IELTS Online.

    Check full details of our English Language requirements and find out more about some of the alternative English language qualifications listed below

    Alternative English language qualifications

    Career

    Careers

    Our graduates are well prepared for versatile jobs such as:

    • financial software developer
    • actuary
    • investment banker
    • quantitative analyst.

    The mix of theoretical and practical study, from monetary theory and econometrics to MATLAB and C++ programming, helped me to succeed in finding a job in the financial market.”Ryan Horne
    Trading Analyst Services Department
    Orc Software

    Fee Information

    24250

    Tuition Fee
    33,213 / year

    Financial Mathematics MSc

    University of Sussex

    University of Sussex

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Brighton

    Go to Official Website