MSc FinTech and Policy

The MSc FinTech and Policy course provides students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to understand the modern financial technology sector and its regulatory environment. The programme addresses the industry’s increasing demand for expertise in advanced data analytics, new investment technologies, and policy formulation.

Students will study compulsory modules like Overview of FinTech and Financial Regulation and FinTech Policy, culminating in a FinTech and Policy Project. The programme is taught by research-active academics from Surrey Business School and industry professionals, and students benefit from facilities like a state-of-the-art Bloomberg trading room.

The University of Surrey in Guildford is a university that is dedicated to delivering career-oriented education and a close association with industry. The university has committed itself to excellent graduates who are highly employable and ready to address the global challenges. The institution has many undergraduate and postgraduate courses in different disciplines, like Engineering, Biosciences, Business, Law, and the Arts, in addition to this specialist master's programme in FinTech and Policy.

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants need a first degree equivalent to at least a UK second class (2.2) honours degree in any recognised subject. However, this qualification should ideally be in a subject such as accounting, business, economics, finance, or management, or another relevant quantitative discipline.
• Applicants with professional experience may also be considered on an individual basis.

English Proficiency:

• Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds need an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in all sections, or they may submit equivalent accepted test scores.

The tuition fee for the MSc FinTech and Policy at the University of Surrey is £24,900 for international students. This tuition fee is subject to change.

Students accepted onto the FinTech and Policy MSc may be eligible to apply for various scholarships and funding awards offered by the University of Surrey. These sources of funding can provide financial assistance and reduce the overall cost of study.

This Master's degree prepares graduates for roles in the rapidly evolving financial services industry, where skills combining finance, policy, and technology are in high demand across a range of organisations.

• FinTech Policy Analyst
• Financial Regulation Specialist
• Blockchain Consultant
• Risk Management Analyst
• Digital Banking Strategist

Applications for this course are submitted directly to the university. Please speak with our experienced counsellors for assistance.