* Deposits.Fee for re-assessment of a dissertation (PGT programme): £360 Submission of thesis after deadline lapsed: £340 Registration/exam only fee: £160
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training):
overall score 6.5
two sub-tests no less than 6.5, no sub-test less than 6.0
or equivalent scores in another recognised qualification:
Common equivalent English language qualifications
All stated English tests are acceptable for admission for both home/EU and international students for this programme:
ibTOEFL: 90; no sub-test less than:
Reading: 20
Listening: 19
Speaking: 19
Writing: 23
CAE (Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English): 176 overall; no sub-test less than 169
CPE (Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English): 176 overall; no sub-test less than 169
PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English, Academic test): 60; no sub-test less than 59
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English: ISEII at Distinction with Distinction in all sub-tests
For international students, the Home Office has confirmed that the University can choose to use these tests to make its own assessment of English language ability for visa applications to degree level programmes. The University is also able to accept an IELTS test (Academic module) from any of the 1000 IELTS test centres from around the world and we do not require a specific UKVI IELTS test for degree level programmes. We therefore still accept any of the English tests listed for admission to this programme.
This programme provides you with training in the key areas of financial analysis, forecasting and financial investment. It will provide you with an enhanced understanding of the underlying forces which drive financial markets and the relevant analytical tools you need to forecast time series and implement advanced trading strategies.
Financial Forecasting & Investment will provide you with a detailed understanding of:
the theory of optimal portfolios
how to exploit available information to forecast future behaviour of stocks, interest and exchange rates
theoretical models of time series and their empirical counterparts using data from real-world equity and derivatives markets
how to determine fair values of financial products
the mechanics of the price discovery process in stock exchanges.
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You will take four core and two optional courses and complete a substantial independent piece of work, normally in the form of a dissertation.
Teaching will be blended; live classes delivered remotely (eg Zoom or Microsoft Teams), recorded lectures and face-to-face teaching. You will meet faculty, and with each other, both through our virtual learning environment and through face-to-face interactions. You will study on and off campus, as you do normally. The aim is to deliver as much synchronous face-to face teaching as we can, as well as for instance, classes in laboratories, seminars and guest lectures. At all times, we will put your health and safety first: this means closely following and reacting to national guidelines.
Core courses
FINANCIAL MARKETS, SECURITIES AND DERIVATIVES
INVESTMENT, FINANCE AND ASSET PRICES
MODELLING AND FORECASTING FINANCIAL MARKETS
PORTFOLIO ANALYSIS AND INVESTMENT
Optional courses may include
APPLIED COMPUTATIONAL FINANCE
BASIC ECONOMETRICS
BEHAVIORAL ECONOMICS:THEORY AND APPLICATIONS
CORPORATE FINANCE AND INVESTMENT
ECONOMIC FUNDAMENTALS AND FINANCIAL MARKETS
EMPIRICAL ASSET PRICING
FINANCIAL MARKET MICROSTRUCTURE
HEDGE FUND RISK MANAGEMENT
INTERNATIONAL FINANCE AND MONEY
MATHEMATICAL FINANCE
Pre-Sessional English Course
This depends on your starting level. For students aiming for the standard requirement of IELTS 6.5 and starting a degree programme in September we recommend
Career paths are typically in financial institutions including central banks, investment banks as well as the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank, asset management firms and governmental bodies. Graduates have taken up roles such as equity traders, finance managers and business intelligence analysts. We have a dedicated careers and employability team who provide 1-2-1 support and advice, group workshops, employer events on campus and networking opportunities throughout the year to help you with your career prospects.
Insurrance_fee: £300/year
