Overview

The Financial Engineering programme at the University of Cape Town is mathematical in nature and requires a high level of skill in statistics and mathematics. The programme is intensive and challenging and combines training in applied mathematical‚ statistical, and computing skills with a solid understanding of financial markets and asset pricing theory.

Graduates of this degree are well-equipped for careers in the most sophisticated areas of investment banking‚ asset management‚ risk management‚ or any career where a solid quantitative finance or financial engineering background is useful. They may also apply to pursue doctoral research in quantitative finance.

Career prospects

Our graduates typically find employment in financial engineering, research and quantitative trading in all areas of banking, advisory/consulting services, insurance and asset management.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Financial Engineering

Stochastic Financial Modelling

Computational Finance

Financial Engineering Research

Financial Instruments, Risk and Regulation

Financial Systems Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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88

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cape Town, South Africa

Disciplines

Finance General Engineering & Technology View 30 other Masters in General Engineering & Technology in South Africa

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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88

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must have a high-class Honours (or four-year equivalent) degree from one of the Faculties of Science, Commerce or Engineering.

Applicants should be aware that this is predominantly a mathematical degree. Preference will be given to candidates with a strong background in a mathematical science.

Once admitted, candidates must pass or gain credit for the preliminary courses to continue with the degree.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

111110 ZAR / year

≈ 111110 ZAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

32500 ZAR / year

≈ 32500 ZAR / year

Additional Details

International students must add the relevant Administrative Service Fee (ZAR 5300) /International Term fee to the cost of the typical fee.

Living costs

Cape Town

South Africa

9088 - 15529 ZAR / month

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

Funding

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