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Institution

University of Stirling

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Program Level

MSc

Program

Financial Technology (FinTech)

Summary

The MSc MSc Financial Technology (Fintech) provides the latest information in computing for the financial sector, financial theory, ethical and regulatory constraints, and business skills. It combines theory with hands-on activity. Fintech powers the banking and finance industry, and has applications in several other sectors. The way we handle money is changing - a new concept of digital identity is emerging with the key concerns being digitisation/data, automation and safety. New, exciting and potentially lucrative applications and markets are being explored, including crypto currencies, social tokens, automated market makers, smart contracts, and open banking services. 

The whole industry is taking note - from international banks to backroom start-ups, and a new kind of multidisciplinary expertise is in high-demand. To do well in fintech, you need to understand technology, finance and business creation.

Our MSc Fintech is one of the first offered in the UK and provides you with the latest developments in blockchain technology, digital currencies, internet computing platforms, data analytics and machine learning, financial theory, ethical and regulatory constraints, and business skills. It’s an innovative course designed for those looking to enter a career in the fintech industry. 

Some of the activity in the sector is being carried out by the large, existing financial institutions, but a strong drive comes from small companies who are developing disruptive technologies. The global fintech market is booming and set to grow from $115.34bn in 2021 to $936.51bn by 2030. The UK’s fintech market is also forecast to reach $862m by 2025 (Investment Monitor). This means there is high demand for graduates with relevant fintech skills and choosing this course is the first step for you to build a great career in the fintech sector.

The course covers:

• an introduction to blockchain technology;
• digital currencies and smart contracts;
• cybersecurity and data protection;
• representing and processing data using Python;
• bank theory, operations and strategy;
• an introduction to corporate finance;
• data analytics and machine learning;
• fintech app development and banking APIs;
• investment regulation and ethics;
• heuristics and bias in behavioural finance;
• innovation management and disruptive technology;
• business start-up planning;
• professionalism, regulation and ethics in banking. 

Tuition Fees

22900.00

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Year

Application Fee

0.00

Living Costs

0.00

CertificateName

MSc Financial Technology (FinTech)

Intake

September

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Year Length

1

Program Length

1 years

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