Overview

In particular, the MSc curriculum has been designed to facilitate subsequent professional accreditation within the international Financial Services industry from University of Limerick, thereby underpinning both the long-term value and the international portability of the MSc as a postgraduate qualification.

To prepare students for high-level professional positions in the Financial Services industry

To provide an opportunity for students to engage in significant and appropriate research

To provide a source of highly skilled graduates to help underpin the growth of the Financial Services industry in Ireland

Careers

Areas where graduates can expect to find employment include: Investment Banking, Corporate Banking, Private Banking, Fund Management, Debt and Equity Capital Markets, Treasury and Foreign Exchange, Investment Consulting, Risk Management, Compliance, Quantitative Financial Analysis, Sales, Trading and Research. The Dissertation element of the programme allows students to specialise in their particular area of interest.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Financial Analysis and Governance
Professional Development
Global Finance and Capital Markets
Trading Floor Certification
Derivative Markets
Risk Modelling & Derivative

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-14 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2026-07-10 00:00:00 , International

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EU Applicants: Early application is advisable.

Language

English

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90

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61

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Limerick, Ireland

Disciplines

Finance View 33 other Masters in Finance in Ireland

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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120

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90

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61

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

The minimum entry requirement will be a primary business degree (Level 8 - National Qualifications Authority of Ireland) with an award of Second Class Honours Grade 2. Applicants with relevant professional qualifications and experience and/or with an appropriate honours degree in a cognate discipline may also be considered for admission. Subject to the discretion of the course team and the University Admissions Office. An interview may also form part of the selection process.

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Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

18000 EUR / year

≈ 18000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

10000 EUR / year

≈ 10000 EUR / year

Living costs

Limerick

Ireland

850 - 1150 EUR / month

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Funding

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Academic requirements

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