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MSc International Banking and Finance

MUMiddlesex University London · London

The International Banking and Finance MSc at Middlesex University London is designed for those seeking to build a career in the fast-paced financial services and banking industry. Located near London's financial centre, …

Tuition
£13,300/yr
Duration
1 year
Intakes
Sep
English
IELTS 6.0

Information from mdx.ac.uk, updated 4 June 2026About this information

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Course Overview

The International Banking and Finance MSc at Middlesex University London is designed for those seeking to build a career in the fast-paced financial services and banking industry. Located near London's financial centre, the course provides a blend of theoretical and practical knowledge, focusing on areas such as financial regulation, risk management, corporate finance, and algorithm trading. Students develop advanced quantitative skills and gain proficiency in industry-standard software and databases, including Python, STATA, R, and Bloomberg. The programme is available as a one-year full-time course or a two-year part-time option, offering flexibility to balance study with other commitments. Through a combination of lectures, seminars, and practical lab sessions, students explore complex financial subjects and apply them to real-world scenarios. The curriculum culminates in either a dissertation research project or an applied professional project, allowing students to demonstrate their analytical and research capabilities. This course is ideal for graduates with a background in accounting, finance, economics, or quantitative subjects who wish to excel in modern banking systems and institutions.

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications

A 2.2 honours degree, ideally in a quantitatively focused subject such as accounting, finance, economics, mathematics, statistics, engineering, physics, computing or science. Graduate-level professional qualifications.

English Language Requirements

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Fees & Scholarships

Tuition (international)
£24,500/yr
Deposit to secure offer
£2,000 (deducted from tuition)
Estimated living costs (Manchester)
£12,000–£14,500/yr

Scholarships available

Global Excellence Scholarship — £5,000 tuition reduction, automatic consideration for applicants with first-class equivalent grades. South Asia & Africa Merit Award — £3,000, essay-based, deadline 31 May.

Course Structure & Modules

Core Modules

Big Data and Financial Modelling15 Credits Credits
International Financial Markets15 Credits Credits
International Risk Management15 Credits Credits
Investment Analysis & Portfolio Management30 Credits Credits
Banking Regulations and Practice30 Credits Credits
Applied Econometrics15 Credits Credits

Optional Modules

Research Methods and Dissertation60 Credits Credits
Applied Professional Project60 Credits Credits

Career outcomes

Graduates move into roles across analytics, engineering and strategy. Recent graduate employers span major national employers, consultancies and fast-growing regional startups. The course draws on strong industry ties and a dedicated careers service running sector-specific recruitment fairs.

94%
Employed or further study, 15mo
£38k
Median starting salary
120+
Industry project partners

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As a full-time student you'll apply for a Student visa covering the full course length. After graduating, most of our destinations offer a post-study work route allowing you to live and work with no sponsorship needed for a fixed period — often opening a path toward a skilled worker visa and eventual settlement. Full details on our United Kingdom guide →

Campus Locations

London

About this information

Last updated
4 June 2026
Source
mdx.ac.uk

Course information on this page was last updated from the Middlesex University London website available at mdx.ac.uk on 4 June 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with Middlesex University London; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.

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  • Feb 2026

    “The international office picked me up from the airport and had my accommodation keys ready. Lecturers actually know your name here.”
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