Master of Fintech

Master the Future of Finance with Digital Innovation

This program equips students with comprehensive understanding of emerging financial technologies, advanced financial theory, principles and practices to build a successful career in the finance sector in the digital era. The program provides a unique nexus between traditional financial knowledge and transformative financial technologies.

what you will study

Students will gain:

• Core financial management skills
• understanding of financial market operation and core financial principles in investment and risk management
• analytical skills for interpreting and analysing financial information
• applied knowledge of various specialised aspects of the finance industry.

In addition, they will gain comprehensive understanding of the digital transformation of financial market and learn how emerging technologies transform the way how financial services are delivered, including:

• artificial intelligence
• machine learning
• data analytics
• blockchain technologies.

Finally, students will develop high-level analytical and critical thinking skills that are essential in the finance sector, and can also be used to inform decision making across other areas of business.

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Review the information below and submit your application now.

Both students and education agents can submit applications online. This is our preferred way of application. You can save your application after you have started, and come back to it later.

To ensure a smooth application process, please complete the following steps before applying:

Note: Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University of Newcastle’s English Language Proficiency requirements.

Applicants who do not speak English as a first language must demonstrate that they meet the University's English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy.

In the application portal, you can enter the program you wish to study and upload relevant documents needed as part of your application. It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester of trimester start date.

This program provides graduates with specialised financial knowledge and skills to successfully operate in the financial services sector. These capabilities can significantly enhance your value in the workplace—accelerating your path to senior roles, boosting your earning potential, and advancing your career.

On completion, you’ll be able to work in roles such as:

• Financial Manager
• Financial Analyst
• Business Analyst
• Portfolio Manager
• Investment Banker
• Business Consultant
• Corporate Treasurer
• Financial Regulator
• Compliant Expert.