Explore the MSc in Financial Technology at the University of Essex. Tailor your studies with a focus on finance and technology. Apply now!
The University of Essex MSc Financial Technology suite has three unique variants for students to explore so they can tailor their Masters in Financial Technology to suit their interests and goals. In addition to the MSc Financial Technology (Finance) variant, there is also the option of MSc Financial Technology (Economics) and MSc Financial Technology (Computer Science), giving students the chance to specialize in their preferred area of study. The Finance variant of MSc Financial Technology is perfect for those with a basic understanding of coding, economics or finance. For students who are particularly looking to work in the financial services sector, especially in parts of the sector that are concerned with developing and growing new technologies for use in finance, this could be the course for them. MSc Financial Technology (Finance) explores the new and advancing technologies that are currently being used and developed to advance the financial services sector. This includes exploring: blockchain technologies machine learning artificial intelligence application programming interfaces cryptocurrencies mobile banking and electronic payments P2P lending advisor automation crowdfunding resources big data in finance The MSc Financial Technology (Finance) is taught at Essex Business School, at the Colchester Campus. The students and staff join from all over the world and the teaching is grounded in contemporary issues and professional practice, supported by industry-standard facilities, such as the Bloomberg virtual trading floor.
