Overview

Finance refers to a wide range of topics within a vast research field which covers themes including: econometrics, portfolio analysis and hedging financial risk. You will explore qualitative and quantitative methods of research specifically designed to reflect the field of banking and finance.

The Finance programme at the University of Essex is the ideal first step if you hope to progress to doctoral studies, such as a PhD.

You deepen your thinking about finance and develop a broader understanding of the changing roles and perception of finance within an ever-changing social context.

Your future

Essex Business School is helping to create future business leaders who are creative, innovative, and ethically aware.

Many of the graduates enjoy careers in financial analysis, management, public administration, and accountancy at some of the world's most well-known organisations and exciting SMEs, including:

KPMG Group

Groupon, a global e-commerce marketplace

Right Freight Pvt Ltc, an Independent freight forwarder

Copal Partners, a financial consultation agency

Capital Markets Intelligence, a financial publisher

Credit Data Research, a business funder

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Asset Pricing

Portfolio Management

Financial Modelling

Postgraduate Mathematics Preparation

Data Analysis: Cross Sectional, Panel and Qualitative Data Methods

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-21 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-08 00:00:00 , National

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We recommend that you apply as soon as you are able to as courses may occasionally close early.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

62

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Colchester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

62

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Other requirements

General requirements

A 2:2 degree, or international equivalent, in one of the following subjects (with no module requirements):

Business

Economics

Finance

They accept a wide range of qualifications from applicants studying in the EU and other countries. Get in touch with any questions you may have about the qualifications they accept. Remember to tell them about the qualifications you have already completed or are currently taking.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

23500 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 23500 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

15000 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15000 GBP per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Colchester

660 - 1140 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

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Living costs for Colchester

Funding

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