Master of Financial Technology
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    Master of Financial Technology

    Griffith University
    Griffith University
    Australia
    Australia, Southport
    University Rank:#255
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    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 28,971 / Year
    Next IntakeJuly 1, 2026

    Master of Financial Technology

    About

    The Master of Financial Technology offers a qualification that provides advanced studies in modern technology with knowledge of the global financial market. The finance industry is becoming more information and data-driven. Businesses have greatly benefited from using advanced data analytics to improve their financial position.

    The program is designed for students, either with or without a background in IT or Finance, to enter a rapidly growing FinTech industry, which includes big data analytics, artificial intelligence, blockchain, programming and cybersecurity, while at the same time understanding how financial markets function.

    Students will be learning advanced Excel skills combined with the Python programming language, R Studio and Tableau to evaluate a large amount of financial data and assess different investment decisions across various market conditions.

    This program provides a unique opportunity to combine these skills in a unified degree, and graduates will comprehend specialised knowledge in the financial services organisation and the application of emerging technologies in the finance industry.

    The Master of Financial Technology has three different durations, depending on your previous studies:

    2 years: If you are interested in moving into the field and do not have a background in financial technology, you will complete the standard pathway (2 years) which includes a compulsory foundation component.

    1.5 years: If you have a prior related degree, you will be able to skip the foundation course component. You will focus on core financial technology courses and be able to choose a major in Data Analytics or Cyber Security.

    1 year: If you have a prior related degree and substantive work experience, you will focus on core financial technology courses and be able to choose a major in Data Analytics or Cyber Security.

    Griffith University offers a range of flexible delivery modes including on-campus and online.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible for admission to the Master of Financial Technology, you must have one of:

    Pathway 1 - 1 year program (80CP):

    • A recognised Bachelor degree (or higher) in a *related discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.0 using a 7.0 scale; AND a minimum two years full-time (or equivalent) ^relevant professional experience. (Note 1)

    Pathway 2 - 1.5 year program (120CP):

    • A recognised Bachelor degree (or higher) in a *related discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.0 using a 7.0 scale.

    Pathway 3 - 1.5 year program (120CP):

    • A recognised Bachelor degree (or higher) in any discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.0 using a 7.0 scale; AND a minimum two years full-time (or equivalent) ^relevant professional experience.

    Pathway 4 - 2 year program (160CP):

    • A recognised Bachelor degree (or higher) in any discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.0 using a 7.0 scale; OR
    • a combination of alternative admission criteria such as formal, informal, and non-formal learning deemed to be equivalent to the above.

    Note 1: Students must meet the requirements for both disciplines with formal and non-formal requirements. For example, if you hold a Bachelor of Commerce, your professional experience should include Information and Communication Technology. Or, if you hold a Bachelor of Information Communication and Technology, your professional experience should include Commerce.

    *Related Discipline:

    Commerce: Accounting, economics, financial planning, finance

    Information and Communication Technology (ICT): information technology, computer science, software/computer engineering, interaction design or multimedia design.

    ^Professional Experience:

    Commerce: Substantial accounting or finance responsibilities including: Accountant, Financial advisor, stock broker, financial analyst, personal banker, bank manager, superannuation fund manager, risk management, investment fund manager, financial manager. Assessed via CV and/or record of professional develop and/or 2 x professional references.

    Information and Communication Technology (ICT): Relevant work experience includes IT analysis, some exposure to coding, development, implementation, management or maintenance of IT-based systems or ICT supporting business processes, or teaching about information systems.

    A higher qualification refers to a qualification at a higher level than a Bachelor qualification, which includes any of the following: a Bachelor Honours Degree; Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, Masters Degree, MPhil or PhD.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 58
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    English Program Requirements

    English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:

    English test results must be no more than two years old.

    International students who successfully complete the Direct Entry Program (DEP) will satisfy the English Language requirements for this Griffith degree.

    The Direct Entry Program (DEP) is not available for Domestic students.

    Applicants should refer to the English language requirements section of the following University procedure for exceptions to these overall requirements:

    If you do not meet the University's specified English language requirements, you may wish to contact the Griffith English Language Institute to increase your eligibility for entering a Griffith University program. This Institute offers a number of English language and other courses at both its Brisbane and Gold Coast branches.

    Career

    You will be equipped for potential career opportunities as a financial apps developer, cybersecurity analysts, financial analysts, data analyst, compliance expert, mutual funds, superannuation funds, banks, insurance companies and treasury. Other careers might include foreign exchange dealers, futures and options traders, portfolio managers, risk analysts and financial services consultant.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    28,971 / year
    Application Fee 50

    How to Apply

     

    1. Choose the degree

     

    At Griffith we offer hundreds of study options. Our study website will help you find the best degree for you.

     

    2. Entry requirements

     

    Check you meet the academic and English language entry requirements in the Degree finder.

     

    Consider a pathway option if you don’t meet the direct entry requirements.

     

    3. Check if you are eligible for credit

     

    If you have existing formal qualifications or relevant work experience, you may be eligible to receive credit which will reduce the duration of your study.

     

    To apply, provide details of your previous qualification or work experience in the ‘credit for previous study’ section when you submit your application. You may be required to supply detailed course outlines of your previous qualification(s) in English.

     

    4. Prepare supporting documentation

     

    Prepare supporting documentation including:

     

    • a certified* copy of your academic results (translated into English if applicable)

    • a certified* copy of your English test results (if available) and

    • if you are applying for a music or visual arts degree you may need to submit a portfolio of work, or audition (see individual program for details)





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    Sponsored students must also supply documents confirming:

       

    *To certify your documents, a Justice of the Peace or other public notary—lawyer, policeman, solicitor, embassy official—must see your original documents, and sign and stamp the copies for you.

     

    5. Apply

     

    Apply online or through an international registered recruitment representative.

     

    If you are currently studying at an Australian high school you may apply through QTAC.

     

    Application dates

     

    We recommend you apply for undergraduate and postgraduate programs by:

     

    • 31 January (to start Trimester 1)

    • 3 June (to start Trimester 2)

    • 30 September (to start Trimester 3).





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    You must allow enough time for your visa application to be processed, to allow you to arrive in time for Orientation. Some programs have different application closing dates. Check if this applies to your program on the 

     

    Track your application

     

    If you applied online, login to our International Application System.

     

    If you applied through an agent, check with your registered Griffith agent or provider.

     

     

    Master of Financial Technology

    Griffith University

    Griffith University

    Australia

    Australia, Southport

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