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MSc in Financial Economics


Degrees Available



MSc Full-time

Suitable for International Students?

Yes

Award Tuition Fees Attendance Mode Length of Course
MSc

2012/13:

  • Home/EU - £4,900
  • International - £11,000

(A small increase can be expected for the subsequent year)

 Full-time 12 months
September
Study mode Full-time

Course Introduction

The MSc in Financial Economics equips students with the tools of economic reasoning, research and statistical analysis to investigate problems in financial economics. The programme provides students with an understanding of the network of financial institutions, their methods of operation, the imposition of regulations and how financial actions contribute to macroeconomic performance. Students will have developed a high standard of critical, quantitative and communication skills that are highly valued by employers, alongside the specific abilities to apply advanced economic analysis to the operation of financial markets and institutions.

Course Syllabus

2011/12: (C) = Core, (O) = Option

Semester 1 60 Credits (3 x Core Modules):

  • Econometrics and Applied Research 20 Credits (C)
  • Macroeconomics Theory and Policy 20 Credits (C)
  • Microeconomics Theory and Policy 20 Credits (C)

Semester 2 60 Credits (2 x Core Modules and 1 x Option Module):

  • International Banking and Financial Markets 20 Credits (C)
  • Financial Economics 20 Credits (C)
  • International Economics 20 Credits (O)
  • Project Appraisal and Economic Analysis 20 Credits (O)
  • Public Policy Analysis and Management 20 Credits (O)

End of Semester 2 onwards 60 Credits (1 x Core Module):

  • Dissertation in Financial Economics 60 Credits (C)

NB - Modules may be subject to change prior to course delivery

PG Diploma Full-time

Suitable for International Students?

Yes

Award Tuition Fees Attendance Mode Length of Course
PG Diploma

2012/13:

  • Home/EU - TBC
  • International - £11,000

(A small increase can be expected for the subsequent year)

 Full-time 9 months
September
Study mode Full-time

Course Introduction

The MSc in Financial Economics equips students with the tools of economic reasoning, research and statistical analysis to investigate problems in financial economics. The programme provides students with an understanding of the network of financial institutions, their methods of operation, the imposition of regulations and how financial actions contribute to macroeconomic performance. Students will have developed a high standard of critical, quantitative and communication skills that are highly valued by employers, alongside the specific abilities to apply advanced economic analysis to the operation of financial markets and institutions.

Course Syllabus

2011/12: (C) = Core, (O) = Option

Semester 1 60 Credits (3 x Core Modules):

  • Econometrics and Applied Research 20 Credits (C)
  • Macroeconomics Theory and Policy 20 Credits (C)
  • Microeconomics Theory and Policy 20 Credits (C)

Semester 2 60 Credits (2 x Core Modules and 1 x Option Module):

  • International Banking and Financial Markets 20 Credits (C)
  • Financial Economics 20 Credits (C)
  • International Economics 20 Credits (O)
  • Project Appraisal and Economic Analysis 20 Credits (O)
  • Public Policy Analysis and Management 20 Credits (O)

NB - Modules may be subject to change prior to course delivery

PG Certificate Full-time

Suitable for International Students?

Yes

Award Tuition Fees Attendance Mode Length of Course
PG Certificate

2012/3: Home/EU/International - TBC - please contact hub@bradford.ac.uk

(A small increase can be expected for the subsequent year)

 Full-time 3 months
September
Study mode Full-time

Course Introduction

The MSc in Financial Economics equips students with the tools of economic reasoning, research and statistical analysis to investigate problems in financial economics. The programme provides students with an understanding of the network of financial institutions, their methods of operation, the imposition of regulations and how financial actions contribute to macroeconomic performance. Students will have developed a high standard of critical, quantitative and communication skills that are highly valued by employers, alongside the specific abilities to apply advanced economic analysis to the operation of financial markets and institutions.

Course Syllabus

2011/12: (C) = Core, (O) = Option

60 Credits (3 x Core Modules):

  • Econometrics and Applied Research 20 Credits (C)
  • Macroeconomics Theory and Policy 20 Credits (C)
  • Microeconomics Theory and Policy 20 Credits (C)

NB - Modules may be subject to change prior to course delivery

Special Features

The Greater Manchester and West Yorkshire regions are the base for several major employers of financial and related services and offer many opportunities for graduates with skills and abilities in the application of financial economics at an advanced level.

Entry Requirements

The University welcomes applications for this course from students with a second class UK bachelors degree with honours (or overseas equivalent from a recognised higher education institution) which includes study of economics to intermediate level, or from those who hold a recognised pre-Masters qualification with economics content and who can demonstrate proficiency in the core principles of economics. 

Level of English Required

IELTS at 6.0 or equivalent

[Full information on our General English Language Requirements]

Career Opportunities

  • At the University of Bradford, we emphasise the applied aspects of study to understand the world around us, with a focus on the impact of economic forces and the role of policy in shaping change. Those who graduate from the programme may go on to work in finance, in policy positions relating to the financial sector, or in more general economic policy or analysis roles in many types of organisation.
  • In addition, the Division of Economics hosts a seminar series and invites speakers from different areas of professional practice, research and policy in finance and economics throughout the year, as well as sessions with employers from both finance and also government discussing the activities of financial and economic analysts in a range of professional roles.  The Division benefits from good relations with government employers of economists, as well as its location close to the major financial centres in Manchester and Leeds, each of which has employment in a range of industries that recruit graduate economists.

Contact Details

Download Prospectus

SSIS Brochure Cover

Social and International Studies School Prospectus 2012 (PDF, 3.3MB)

Please note that these PDFs are correct as at time of print (December 2011). For the most up to date course information please use the web page.

Cognate Course

Yes