Mathematics and Computing for Finance, MSc
Swansea UniversityBay Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
Our MSc in Mathematics and Computing for Finance is designed to meet the demand for specially trained mathematicians in the world’s finance and insurance industries. These areas make particular use of probability theory, stochastic processes and stochastic analysis in areas such as the pricing of financial derivatives or the quantification of risk. Through this degree you will study different elements of mathematics and computing, and their application to problems from finance.
You will then undertake a dissertation in an area of financial mathematics through which you will develop your research, project management, and written communication skills. Upon graduation you will be a knowledgeable and specialised mathematician with proven skills to independently deliver a substantial project, and the potential to make a big difference in any organisation.
Key highlights
- Trains mathematicians for the finance and insurance industries
- Covers probability theory, stochastic processes and stochastic analysis
- Applies mathematics and computing to financial derivative pricing and risk
- Dissertation in financial mathematics builds research and project management skills
- Develops written communication and independent project delivery skills
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — 2:2.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
International Postgraduate Alumni Bursaries
First Class - £5,000 per year; Second Class, First division - £3,000 per year; Second Class, Second division - £1,000 per year; Taught Masters to Research Degree - £3,000 per year subject to satisfactory progress.
Swansea University International Postgraduate Research Excellence Scholarship (SUIPRES)
The SUIPRES Scholarship covers the difference between the International and the Home tuition fee rate for the duration of the PhD/Professional Doctorate programme.
Careers this course leads to
- Quantitative Analyst
- Financial Risk Analyst
- Actuarial Analyst
- Derivatives Pricing Analyst
- Financial Engineer
- Quantitative Developer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £12,500 per year | International: £26,000 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Swansea University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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