Financial Data Science MSc

MScPostgraduateBusiness & Finance

Course Highlights

Combine advanced statistics, machine learning and mathematical finance.
Industry engagement with guest lectures from leading practitioners.
Collaborative learning through group projects and networking events.
Research-led teaching from a top-ranked university.

What You'll Study

Around 30 hours of weekly contact time through lectures, tutorials and computer-lab sessions, supplemented by self-guided study. Assessment is a mix of coursework, exams and a final project.

Compulsory modules

Core taught modules (120 credits) spanning statistical inference, machine learning, mathematical finance and trading.

Mathematical Finance20 credits
Foundations of Statistical Inference20 credits
Statistical Machine Learning20 credits
Stochastic Processes20 credits
Algorithmic and High Frequency Trading10 credits
Time Series and Prediction10 credits
Deep Learning10 credits
Data Visualisation10 credits

Project

An individual financial data science project (60 credits).

Financial Data Science Project60 credits

Entry Requirements

Academic: A 2:1 honours degree in Mathematics and/or Statistics, or a programme with advanced mathematical and/or statistical components.

English: IELTS, TOEFL or PTE to the University's required level, or completion of a Presessional English course.

Applications are reviewed by the course Admissions Tutor against both general and course-specific criteria.

Careers

Graduates progress into roles such as Quantitative Analyst, Data Scientist, Financial Engineer, Risk Analyst, Investment Analyst and FinTech Specialist.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

Accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.

Programme Details

Award

Master of Science (MSc)

Start Date

September 2026

Typical Offer

2:1 honours degree (numerate)

Duration

1 year

Qualification

Masters

Subject Area

Business & Finance

Campus

Dubai

Study Pattern

Full time

Delivery Format

In person

Tuition Fee

AED 166,356/yr

Apply online with your supporting documents. A non-returnable tuition deposit of AED 5,000 secures your place and is deducted from your total fees.

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