Overview
The MSc Sustainable Finance with Fintech degree at Heriot-Watt University will allow you to become a leader in sustainable finance. Youll develop specialist expertise in sustainable finance principles and financial technologies and apply this knowledge to real-world challenges.
Throughout this master's programme, youll gain relevant skills and knowledge to be highly employable for careers in sustainable finance, including investment management, banking, consultancy, and policymaking. Youll develop a range of cognitive skills to allow you to analyse complex financial information, make informed decisions, and communicate effectively with a range of audiences. Youll also acquire practical skills for implementing sustainable finance strategies including risk management, impact measurement, and sustainable investment practices.
This programme combines academic rigour with practical relevance, providing you with the knowledge and skills needed to address the financial industry's complex challenges. Youll learn from leading academics and practitioners in the field, gaining a deep understanding of the latest trends and innovations in sustainable finance and fintech.
Upon graduation, youll be able to apply your knowledge and skills to promote sustainable development and positively impact society and the environment.
As Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University is situated on the edge of Edinburgh, youll have excellent links to the financial sector of Scotlands capital city, and the UKs second-biggest financial and economic hub. Edinburgh is a major centre for fund management and is home to two of the worlds largest banks. Youll also benefit from our close ties to the London Stock Exchange and Bloomberg, which can provide you with excellent industry-focused learning opportunities.
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September 2025
Edinburgh Campus
Riccarton,
Edinburgh,
Edinburgh, City Of,
EH14 4AS, SCOTLAND, Scotland
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Heriot-Watt University is a world-leading institution ranked 235th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2024).