MSc Financial Investigation and Digital Intelligence
Course overview
The MSc Financial Investigation and Digital Intelligence at the University of Derby provides a comprehensive introduction to advanced investigative approaches combining financial crime and digital intelligence in the context of criminology and policing. Students will explore how financial trails and digital data create investigative opportunities, and how theory and practice converge under UK legislation and cross-border frameworks.
Learning and assessment focus on core modules, building foundational knowledge, then progressing to specialist modules and a dissertation research project. Assessment methods include essays, practical/theme-based assignments, and an empirical dissertation at the MSc level.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
-
To be considered for MSc Financial Investigation and Digital Intelligence at the University of Derby, candidates must have at least a second-class lower honours undergraduate degree (2:2).
English Proficiency:
-
Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds will normally need to demonstrate proficiency in English, for example, an IELTS overall score of 6.0 or its equivalent, with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill area.
Scholarships
10% Alumni Discount
All other alumni will receive a 10% discount.
Up to 10% of fees25% Alumni Discount
The 25% alumni discount is available if you graduated in the academic years 2023/24 or 2024/25 and are fully enrolled on a postgraduate programme by July 2026.
Biomedical Science Excellence Scholarship
Two awards of £1,000 are available, and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction in the second semester. Each recipient will also be allocated up to £500 to use to attend a conference.
Up to £1,000
Career opportunities
Upon graduation, students of the MSc Financial Investigation and Digital Intelligence from the University of Derby may progress into careers such as:
-
Financial Investigator
-
Digital Forensic Analyst
-
Intelligence Analyst
-
Cybercrime Analyst
-
Compliance Officer
Cost of study
International students are required to pay £17,500 for the full MSc Financial Investigation and Digital Intelligence in the University of Derby. The fee is reviewed annually and may change in the next session.
Admission
To apply for the course, you can apply directly to the university through its online application portal. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.
Ready to start?
Book a free consultation and we'll map your fastest route to your place.