| UCAS code | 1234 |
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| Duration | 1 year full time |
| Entry year | 2025 |
| Campus | Streatham Campus |
| Discipline | Economics |
| Contact | Web: Enquire online Programme Director: Dr Jack Rogers |
| Typical offer | A 2:2 or equivalent from a recognised university, including at least one mathematical / quantitative module at 2:1 or equivalent. |
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| UCAS code | |
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| Duration | 2 years full time |
| Entry year | 2025 |
| Campus | Streatham Campus |
| Discipline | Economics |
| Contact |
| Typical offer | A 2:2 or equivalent from a recognised university, including at least one mathematical / quantitative module at 2:1 or equivalent. |
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Overview
- Gain an education in finance and economics so you can use technology to design and manage financial products and services
- Get ahead of the competition through an enhanced understanding of advancing technologies and business innovations, and explore the latest thinking with our FinTech Society
- Learn from The University of Exeter Business School’s existing expertise in Bitcoin and Blockchain, alongside the University’s wider expertise in economics, finance, data science, cyber security and law
- Develop practical skills like coding during our unique ‘Hackathon’ module and a variety of other innovative teaching methods
- Take part in group work throughout our modules to develop practical team working and employment ready skills.
Business School of the Year
Times Higher Education Awards 2022
Triple accredited Business School
AMBA, AACSB, EQUIS
Learn creative problem solving skills in our new CQ makerspace
Opportunity to learn from experts in our FEELE Lab
A well-established laboratory for research in experimental economics
Entry requirements
A 2:2 or equivalent from a recognised university, including at least one mathematical / quantitative module at 2:1 or equivalent.
We do consider all applications where there is evidence of exceptional performance in modules relevant to the programme of study, significant relevant work experience or professional qualifications.
Entry requirements for international students
English language requirements
International students need to show they have the required level of English language to study this course. The required test scores for this course fall under Profile B2. Please visit our English language requirements page to view the required test scores and equivalencies from your country.
We offer you an exciting interdisciplary experience that emphasises group work and applying theory into real applications using the latest technology.
Jack Rogers
Programme Director
Course content
This programme is available for study 12 months full-time over three terms and is University-based throughout this time.
The taught components of the programme are delivered in the first two terms, leaving the third term to complete the practical Hackathon module. The programme in its entirety runs from September to September.
- During the programme you will study modules (including the dissertation) totalling 180 credits.
- Please note that programme structures may be subject to change.
- Descriptions of the individual modules are given in full on the Business School postgraduate module list.
Compulsory modules
105 credits of compulsory modules, 75 credits of optional modules.
| Code | Module | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BEEM061 | Fundamentals of Financial Technology | 15 |
| BEEM011 | Applied Econometrics 1 | 15 |
| BEAM046 | Financial Modelling | 15 |
| BEEM062 | Advanced Financial Technology | 15 |
| BEAM033 | Banking and Financial Services | 15 |
| BEEM063 | Hackathon Project | 30 |
Optional modules
75 credits of optional modules.
| Code | Module | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MSc Financial Technology optional modules 24-25 | ||
| BEMM458 | Programming for Business Analytics | 15 |
| BEMM148 | Marketing Strategy | 15 |
| BEAM031 | Financial Instruments | 15 |
| BEAM035 | Derivatives Pricing | 15 |
| BEEM012 | Applied Econometrics 2 | 15 |
| BEMM394 | Entrepreneurship: New Venture Creation | 15 |
| BEEM154 | Economics of Public Finance | 15 |
| BEMM786 | Service Design and Innovation | 15 |
| BEMM178 | Innovation Management | 15 |
| BEAM052 | Corporate Governance and Finance | 15 |
| BEEM159 | Law for FinTech | 15 |
| BEEM161 | Smart Contracts | 15 |
| BEEM157 | Behavioural Finance | 15 |
| BEE3076 | Environmental Economics and Sustainability | 15 |
| BEE3077 | Health Economics | 15 |
| BEE3072 | Econometrics: Cause and Effect | 15 |
| BEAM047 | Fundamentals of Financial Management | 15 |
| BEMM190 | Digital Transformation | 15 |
| BEEM163 | Research in Practice: Study Design | 15 |
| BEMM263 | Innovation and Technology Policy | 15 |
| LAWM183 | International Banking and Fintech Law and Regulation | 15 |
If you opt for our With Industrial Experience programme, you’ll get the opportunity to put into practice some of the skills you’ve already developed in your first year. This means that you’ll gain greater confidence, as well as practical experience, which you can take forward as part of your plans after graduation.
What’s more, your placement will give you a proven employment track record and professional networking opportunities, which will give you a significant advantage when you set out to find your first graduate job.
For more information about the with Industrial Experience Year, please visit our FAQ page.
Fees
2025/26 entry
UK fees per year:
- £14,900 full-time
- With Industrial Experience (second year): £2,980 full-time
International fees per year:
- £26,700 full-time
- With Industrial Experience (second year): £5,340 full-time
Scholarships
We invest heavily in scholarships for talented prospective Masters students. This includes over £5 million in scholarships for international students, such as our Global Excellence Scholarships*.
For more information on scholarships, please visit our scholarships and bursaries page.
*Selected programmes only. Please see the Terms and Conditions for each scheme for further details.
Teaching and research
Our postgraduate taught programmes utilise a range of teaching methods including lectures, seminars and tutorials.
Lectures
The aim of lectures is to give you information on ideas that are central to the module and to help you in developing your understanding of complex ideas. Many of the teaching materials for lectures are made available to you electronically to accompany the notes you take during the lecture. Lectures are given by a range of staff members, including leading professors, who integrate their latest research findings into the teaching that you receive. Guest lecturers, including members of industry, also contribute to some modules.
Seminars and tutorials
Seminars and tutorials involve an in-depth exploration of the issues covered in lectures as well as giving you the opportunity to discuss various concepts and theories and receive feedback on your written assignments. As a postgraduate students in the Department of Economics you will be able to participate in the established Economics Seminar Series.
Assessment
Modules are assessed through a mixture of group work, coursework, project work and examinations; the weighting of each of these components will vary according to the academic requirements of the module. Examinations are normally held at the end of the module, in January and May/June.
Guest talks with industry experts
You’ll have the opportunity to grow your industry network by attending a number of guest talks from prominent figures in FinTech, especially in the Bitcoin/Blockchain space.
Research-led teaching
Our research is rated as world-leading or internationally excellent in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021.
Our programmes are designed to be flexible, whilst also giving you the opportunity to specialise if you wish. You will explore not only traditional economic models, but the latest application of economy theory including behavioural and experimental economics, giving you world-relevant knowledge.
We draw upon the internationally rated research undertaken within the department, and the experience of our academics in developing economic policy at organisations such as the Bank of England, the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the World Trade Organisation (WTO) and the United Nations.
Economics research
We are a research-intensive faculty and our world-leading research is actively shaping the world around us, and we combine this with innovative teaching techniques, unique to our Business School. You can also participate in experiments contributing to this cutting-edge research through our state-of-the-art research laboratory FEELE (Finance and Economics Experimental Laboratory at Exeter).
Taught by leading experts
You will be taught by internationally respected academics who are at the forefront of their research. We draw upon disciplines across the social sciences and give emphasis to the dynamic nature of enterprise, global connectivity and the management and leadership of the global challenges that lie ahead.
The Business School is home to the following research centres:
- Centre for Entrepreneurship
- Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning
- Centre for Simulation, Analytics and Modelling (CSAM)
- Exeter Centre for Social Networks (ECSN)
- Exeter Centre for Leadership (ExCL)
- Exeter Sustainable Finance Centre (ESF)
- Initiative in the Digital Economy at Exeter (INDEX)
- Land, Environment, Economics and Policy Institute (LEEP)
- Research Methods Centre
- Tax Administration Research Centre (TARC)
- The Exeter Centre for Circular Economy (ECCE)
Careers
Preparing you for success
This Masters degree is designed to prepare you for a successful career, wherever in the world you plan to work. We’ll prepare you for your career by teaching you advanced communication and technical skills, team-working and independent research, project-management and the very latest specialist knowledge.
Develop employer-valued skills
This programme is ideal for students from a variety of backgrounds with mathematical / statistical experience, who are looking to launch a career in this exciting industry.
As well as the academic knowledge you'll gain, you will develop practical skills required including coding though our unique ‘Hackathon’ module and a variety of innovative teaching methods.
Career paths
Graduates can look forward to working in a diverse range of roles within:
- Banking and Finance
- Technology
- Regulation Technology (RegTech)
- Strategic and security planning
- New ventures
Developing your skills and career prospects
The University of Exeter Business School provides a range of support to help you develop the skills employers require. Visit our postgraduate Business School careers service web page for more information.
