University of Sussex

MSc Fintech, Risk and Investment Analysis

University of Sussex

Course overview

The Master of Science in Fintech, Risk and Investment Analysis focuses on Fintech, Risk, and Investment Analysis, providing students with skills in today's fast-evolving financial markets.

The programme covers key areas like corporate finance, investment, and analytical tools while developing skills in data-driven decision-making, AI, and coding. This programme combines theory and practice to teach students about financial innovations.

You will learn analytical techniques, programming, and financial software, gaining expertise in investment management, risk assessment, and portfolio management. The one-year full-time course prepares you for specialised roles in finance.

Entry requirements

Candidates will need to write a personal statement giving reasons why they want to take the course and any relevant experiences. A reference from an academic or employer is also required and they can also upload a CV to show work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants generally need at least a lower second-class 2.2 degree in a quantitative subject such as mathematics, physics, engineering, or a finance/economics-related degree.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants need an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no individual component score below 5.5.
  • The University of Sussex also accepts other English language qualifications like PTE and TOEFL, amongst others.

Scholarships

  • Cate Haste Scholarship in History

    £3,000 tuition fee reduction.

    Up to £3,000

  • Cate Haste Scholarship in Media and Film

    £3,000 tuition fee reduction.

    Up to £3,000

  • Chancellor's Masters Scholarship

    £3,000 for applicants assessed as 'Home' for fees or £5,000 for applicants assessed as 'Overseas' for fees.

  • Jan Metzger Scholarship in Artificial Intelligence and Adaptive Systems MSc

    £12,550 fee waiver

    Up to £12,550

  • John Kinghorn Scholarship in Engineering

    £10,000 tuition fee reduction.

    Up to £10,000

  • MBA Impact Scholarship

    £2,500 - £5,000 towards tuition fee reduction.

    Up to £2,500

  • Sanctuary Scholarship (Masters)

  • Shan Vaswani Borgartz Scholarship in Media

    £5,000 tuition fee reduction.

    Up to £5,000

  • Stuart Hall Scholarship

    £5,000 tuition fee discount.

    Up to £5,000

  • Sussex Alumni Scholarship

    £3,000 tuition fee reduction.

    Up to £3,000

  • Sussex Progressive Futures Scholarships

    £10,000 tuition fee reduction.

    Up to £10,000

  • The University of Sussex Business School International Masters Award

    £2,000 will be awarded as a fee waiver to all overseas fee-paying students who start a full-time Masters course at the Business school.

    Up to £2,000

  • The University of Sussex Engineering and Informatics International Masters Award

    £2,000 will be awarded as a fee waiver to all overseas fee-paying students who start a full-time Masters course at the School of Engineering & Informatics.

    Up to £2,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the Fintech, Risk and Investment Analysis MSc programme are prepared for specialised roles in the rapidly evolving financial services sector including:

  • Data Analyst (Fintech)
  • Quantitative Risk Analyst
  • Investment Analyst
  • Asset Manager
  • Fintech Product Manager

Cost of study

For international students, the tuition fee for the Fintech, Risk and Investment Analysis MSc at the University of Sussex for the September 2025 intake is £26,250.

Admission

Applicants should use the university’s online portal to apply for the Fintech, Risk and Investment Analysis MSc. If you need further assistance, speak to any of our trained counsellors.

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