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MSc Fintech and Trading

  • Postgraduate
  • London
MSc Fintech and Trading
University of Sunderland in London

Course Overview

Intake

October 2026January 2027April 2027

Duration

1 year

Course Description

This course prepares you to become skilled managers and practitioners in the financial services industry. You’ll develop expertise in practical trading systems and emerging financial technologies, such as blockchain, AI, and machine learning. Through hands-on learning, you'll improve your technical, conceptual, and analytical skills. A key feature is the “Trading Room” environment, where you’ll use the London Stock Exchange (LSEG) Workspace to analyse actual market data like a financial trader. You’ll also learn to solve real-world financial problems and create accurate financial models, equipping you for the challenges of the complex financial markets.

Tuition Fee Details

For UK home students, tuition fee is £8,500 per year. Tuition fees are reviewed annually and may be subject to change by the institution in line with government regulations and guidance.

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements


UK qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with minimum 2:2 classification

For more information about the General Entry Requirements please visit the institution page

Course Structure

Financial Modelling and Desig

30 Credits

Programming for Financial Products and Services

30 Credits

Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technology

30 Credits

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Technologies

30 Credits

Financial Markets and Trading

30 Credits

Research Project

30 Credits