University of Kent

Finance and Economics - MSc

University of KentCanterbury, United Kingdom

Course overview

Our MSc Finance and Economics course has been designed alongside industry experts to create the finance professionals needed to make important decisions and drive growth in a rapidly developing sector. You’ll focus on sustainability and responsible finance, equipping you with a comprehensive understanding of economic theory, quantitative techniques, and policy applications. The course encourages independent learning and critical evaluation, helping you develop the analytical skills necessary to tackle complex financial and economic challenges.

You’ll have opportunities for specialisation, so you can tailor your degree to your own interests and ambitions. When you graduate, you’ll be well-prepared to make crucial decisions, communicate effectively, and address global issues, all within a supportive and inclusive learning environment that fosters diverse perspectives and personal growth. Our strong focus on sustainability and ethical decision-making prepares you to contribute meaningfully to organisations that prioritise responsible business practices.

Whether you aim to pursue a career in financial analysis, economic consultancy, investment management, or policy-making, this course will provide you with the tools and confidence to succeed. Study the Finance and Economics MSc at Kent Business School and graduate with the confidence to excel in your career.

Key highlights

  • Designed alongside industry experts to meet sector needs
  • Strong focus on sustainability and responsible finance
  • Covers economic theory, quantitative techniques and policy applications
  • Specialisation options let you tailor the degree to your ambitions
  • Emphasis on ethical decision-making and critical evaluation

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — or above
  • Degree: 2nd class — or above

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Christine and Ian Bolt Scholarship

    Scholarship value up to £10,000.

  • Kent Business School Beaconhouse PG Progression Scholarship

    Tuition fee discount scholarship of £6,000.

    Up to £6,000

  • Kent Business School Dean's Excellence Scholarship Award

    Awards of up to £3,000

  • Kent Business School MBA Scholarship

    50% off Tuition Fee.

    Up to 50% of fees

  • Kent Graduate Scholarship

    20% fee reduction for post-graduate taught programmes at the University of Kent.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Kent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught

    Scholarship value - £5000

    Up to £5,000

  • Kent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught (KBS)

    Scholarship value £3000

    Up to £3,000

  • Kent LLM Solicitors’ Practice Scholarship (Canterbury)

    £2,000 tuition fee discount (Home Students); £2,000 tuition fee discount (Overseas Students).

    Up to £2,000

  • Sasha Roberts Scholarship

    £3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.

    Up to £3,000

  • The “Ambition” Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates

    £1,500 for Full Time UK students; £750 per year for Part Time UK students; £3,000 for Full Time Overseas students.

  • The CAMEMS Scholarship

    £3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.

    Up to £3,000

  • The Widening Participation Ambition Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates

    £5,000 for UK students (£2,500 per year for part time students).

Careers this course leads to

  • Financial Analyst
  • Economic Consultant
  • Investment Manager
  • Policy Analyst
  • Economist

Cost of study

UK/Home: £15,000 per year | International: £20,700 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 University of Kent, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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