Overview

You will gain theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills for a range of careers in the financial services industry, including investment banking, investment management, fintech, quantitative pricing and risk management. Our blend of key knowledge and in-demand practical skills will help you future-proof your career with our Financial Mathematics programme at Queen Mary University of London .

What you'll study

In the first semester, you will complete the compulsory modules that provide a foundation for your career in finance. You will develop a detailed understanding of the financial industry as well as the mathematical, computational and data analysis techniques to work as a practitioner.

In the second semester, you will decide on your specialism. This part of the programme has been designed to prepare you for specific career paths, so what you study will depend on what you wish to do in the future.

Career paths

You will be equipped to undertake a wide range of careers in the banking and finance sector in roles that require a high level of numeracy, problem-solving and computing expertise, as well as in marketing, public services, consultancy, industry and commerce.

Typical roles would be in areas such as quantitative analysis, software development, derivatives trading, risk management, investment management, sales, marketing and consultancy.

Students who have graduated from this programme have gone into a variety of roles including IT Audit Analyst, Quant Developer, Data Analyst, Quantitative Investment Strategist, Market Risk Associate, Quantitative Analyst, Tax Associate and more. Recent employers include EY, PwC, London Royal Asset Management, Macquarie Group, Spreadex and Schonfield.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Financial Instruments and Markets
Foundations of Mathematical Modelling in Finance
Machine Learning with Python
Programming in C++ for Finance
Advanced Machine Learning
Digital and Real Asset Analytics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-07 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

Degree requirements

A good 2:2 (55% or above) or above at undergraduate level in Mathematics or a subject with a strong Mathematics component such as Physics, Engineering or Computer Science .

Other routes

Applicants with a 2:2 degree (50% or above) will be considered on an individual basis, provided they can demonstrate substantial work experience in a relevant field.

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Tuition Fees

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33000 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

13250 GBP / year

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Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

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Funding

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