Finance (Quantitative Finance) (Distance Learning)

Entry requirements

A recognised UK Bachelor's degree, or international equivalent, in finance, economics, or another appropriate discipline. Qualifications in other subjects will be assessed on their merits. Your application may be considered if you have previous education and experience, equivalent to a degree-level qualification, which includes suitable preliminary training. All international applicants must be able to show that their English is of a high enough standard to successfully engage with and complete their course at SOAS.

Months of entry

January, April, June, October

Course content

Our MSc Finance (Quantitative Finance) equips with you specialist knowledge of statistical and quantitative approaches to risk and derivatives.

Through the course, you will examine the techniques and foundation of risk management in corporations, as well as learning how derivatives have shaped the financial markets as we known them. You will also gain wider understanding of econometric principles and data analysis. The programme is particularly suitable if you have a first degree in engineering, applied science, applied mathematics, economics or similar.

The MSc Finance (Quantitative Finance) enables you to deepen your understanding of financial markets, banks, and their relation to economic performance. It provides a sound platform for advancing your career in finance and policy. Because finance is so wide ranging, the degree enables you to choose between Quantitative Finance and three other majors:

• MSc Finance (Banking)
• MSc Finance (Economic Policy)
• MSc Finance (Financial Sector Management)

If you have any further questions about the overall programme content and its suitability for you, please email dladmissions@soas.ac.uk

Why study MSc Finance (Quantitative Finance) at SOAS

• SOAS is ranked 38th in the UK for Accounting and Finance (Complete University Guide 2023).
• We're ranked 6th in UK for graduate employability (QS World University Rankings 2023).
• Our teaching offers you exceptional insights into financial institutions and markets in London and other major cities around the world.
• We offer specialist knowledge of financial and management systems in the emerging markets of Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
• Gain strong quantitative and analytical skills to undertake professional tasks such as: financial analysis, risk management, investment appraisal and portfolio allocation.
• You will be joining our community of alumni working in 160 countries in sectors including finance, government, industry and international organisations.

How to apply

Please read our online and distance learning how to apply guidance, and use our online form to submit your application directly to us for consideration.

Information for international students

For details, including English language requirements, please see SOAS website.

Fees and funding

For details of postgraduate fees, please see SOAS website.