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    Financial Engineering [MSc]

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    Glasgow, GBMScIn-person1 year
    £36,720.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    180
    Credits
    £25.00
    App fee

    Financial Engineering [MSc] at University of Glasgow is a 180-credit, 1-year, in-person MSc program based in Glasgow, GB. Tuition is £36,720.

    About the program

    Combines finance, mathematics, and computational techniques including stochastic modelling, risk analytics, agent-based modelling, financial econometrics, and macro-finance. Covers tools like Python, R, and MATLAB through core and optional courses followed by a dissertation.

    Focus: both
    89th in the world for Masters in Finance (QS, 2026)

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    Deadlines

    Sept 2026 Intake Round 6
    Jul 8, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min Tests taken up to 20 January 2026 - Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of programme start date. - Two subtests at 96 or higher, and two subtests at 80 or higher
    IELTS
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    Min 6.5 overall with no subtest less than 6.0 - IELTS One Skill Retake Accepted - Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of programme start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years (Graduate Route visa)

    £30,580.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Financial Engineering [MSc] at University of Glasgow cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Financial Engineering [MSc] at University of Glasgow is £36,720 across 180 required credits.
    Is Financial Engineering [MSc] at University of Glasgow online or in-person?
    Financial Engineering [MSc] at University of Glasgow is offered in-person.
    How long does Financial Engineering [MSc] at University of Glasgow take to complete?
    Financial Engineering [MSc] at University of Glasgow is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for Financial Engineering [MSc] at University of Glasgow?
    Per the program's published guidance: 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent)
    What work-permit options follow Financial Engineering [MSc] at University of Glasgow?
    Post-completion work rights for Financial Engineering [MSc] at University of Glasgow: 2 years (Graduate Route visa)