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Delivered by the triple-accredited Aston Business School, our MSc Financial Technology programme merges finance fundamentals with the dynamic field of financial technology. It enhances your analytical and quantitative skills, preparing you to navigate the complexities of modern finance.
Focused on financial markets, investment strategies and emerging technologies like blockchain, the course strikes a balance between theoretical knowledge and practical application. You will gain hands-on experience with industry-standard software and benefit from our dedicated trading room, setting you up for competitive career paths.
The programme is led by experienced academics who have industry backgrounds, creating an engaging and supportive learning environment. It equips you for a variety of fintech careers. Improving our students’ learning experience and wellbeing is at the centre of everything we do, and that is why we are implementing an innovative learning approach known as block teaching. This will enhance our students’ educational journey and emotional wellbeing.
The benefits of block teaching are numerous: it supports a balanced study-life experience, reduces the stress of multitasking across various subjects, and fosters a better understanding of each topic by concentrating on it fully. Students are more engaged, motivated, and resilient, which can lead to better learning outcomes and a healthier environment.
Accreditations and rankings
Accredited by the Association of Corporate Treasurers (ACT)
Accredited by the Chartered Market Technician (CMT) Association
Ranked 17th in the UK and 97th in Europe (Financial Times European Business Schools ranking 2024)
Programme overview
Main Subject
Accounting and Finance
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Delivered by the triple-accredited Aston Business School, our MSc Financial Technology programme merges finance fundamentals with the dynamic field of financial technology. It enhances your analytical and quantitative skills, preparing you to navigate the complexities of modern finance.
Focused on financial markets, investment strategies and emerging technologies like blockchain, the course strikes a balance between theoretical knowledge and practical application. You will gain hands-on experience with industry-standard software and benefit from our dedicated trading room, setting you up for competitive career paths.
The programme is led by experienced academics who have industry backgrounds, creating an engaging and supportive learning environment. It equips you for a variety of fintech careers. Improving our students’ learning experience and wellbeing is at the centre of everything we do, and that is why we are implementing an innovative learning approach known as block teaching. This will enhance our students’ educational journey and emotional wellbeing.
The benefits of block teaching are numerous: it supports a balanced study-life experience, reduces the stress of multitasking across various subjects, and fosters a better understanding of each topic by concentrating on it fully. Students are more engaged, motivated, and resilient, which can lead to better learning outcomes and a healthier environment.
Accreditations and rankings
Accredited by the Association of Corporate Treasurers (ACT)
Accredited by the Chartered Market Technician (CMT) Association
Ranked 17th in the UK and 97th in Europe (Financial Times European Business Schools ranking 2024)
Admission Requirements
2:1 (upper second-class honours) degree or equivalent
Equivalent overseas degree recognised by Aston University
Subject specific requirements
We encourage applications from those with a background in economics, engineering, finance, mathematics, statistics or related disciplines. However, if you do not hold a degree in one of these subjects, you may still be eligible for the programme if you can evidence prior studies in mathematics or statistics within your degree or at A Level for home students. Prior studies in mathematics/statistics/quantitative modules should be at a minimum grade of 50%.
1 Year
Jan-2026
Apr-2026
Tuition fees
Domestic
12,000 GBP
International
23,500 GBP
Scholarships
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Financial Technology MSc
Aston University, Birmingham, United Kingdom
# 251-300QS Subject Rankings
12 monthsProgramme duration
23,500 GBPTuition Fee/year
Accounting and FinanceMain Subject Area
Programme overview
Main Subject
Accounting and Finance
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Focused on financial markets, investment strategies and emerging technologies like blockchain, the course strikes a balance between theoretical knowledge and practical application. You will gain hands-on experience with industry-standard software and benefit from our dedicated trading room, setting you up for competitive career paths.
The programme is led by experienced academics who have industry backgrounds, creating an engaging and supportive learning environment. It equips you for a variety of fintech careers.
Improving our students’ learning experience and wellbeing is at the centre of everything we do, and that is why we are implementing an innovative learning approach known as block teaching. This will enhance our students’ educational journey and emotional wellbeing.
The benefits of block teaching are numerous: it supports a balanced study-life experience, reduces the stress of multitasking across various subjects, and fosters a better understanding of each topic by concentrating on it fully. Students are more engaged, motivated, and resilient, which can lead to better learning outcomes and a healthier environment.
Accreditations and rankings
Programme overview
Main Subject
Accounting and Finance
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Focused on financial markets, investment strategies and emerging technologies like blockchain, the course strikes a balance between theoretical knowledge and practical application. You will gain hands-on experience with industry-standard software and benefit from our dedicated trading room, setting you up for competitive career paths.
The programme is led by experienced academics who have industry backgrounds, creating an engaging and supportive learning environment. It equips you for a variety of fintech careers.
Improving our students’ learning experience and wellbeing is at the centre of everything we do, and that is why we are implementing an innovative learning approach known as block teaching. This will enhance our students’ educational journey and emotional wellbeing.
The benefits of block teaching are numerous: it supports a balanced study-life experience, reduces the stress of multitasking across various subjects, and fosters a better understanding of each topic by concentrating on it fully. Students are more engaged, motivated, and resilient, which can lead to better learning outcomes and a healthier environment.
Accreditations and rankings
Admission Requirements
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
Scholarships
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