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Sustainable Finance, MSc

UK

What will I learn?

The growth in sustainable investing and the growing regulatory framework on sustainable reporting and investing has fuelled the demand for professionals with a fundamental understanding of these areas. Our MSc Sustainable Finance will provide you with an advanced awareness of climate change risks, the importance of good quality data on corporate sustainable activity and the different approaches to sustainable investing.

We will help meet the growing demand for finance professionals with specialisation in sustainable finance by equipping you with advanced skills in sustainable reporting, analysis of corporate sustainable reporting information and ESG investing, so that you have the skillset to meet the challenges and opportunities facing the finance industry, posed by national and global commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Our practically oriented programme is aimed at graduates who have a first degree in accounting, finance or economics, or a degree that includes a range of modules in finance, accounting or economics and want to gain greater awareness and skills in sustainable finance. It is also ideal for working professionals looking to consolidate their knowledge or upskill in their field. Similarly, those interested in additional study at postgraduate level will be prepared to progress on to doctoral programmes.

SUSTAINABLE FINANCE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates of the MSc Sustainable Finance programme will be equipped with a range of skills readying them for careers in a variety of financial companies.

There are a range of possible career options available in the sustainable finance industry, including local or national government, global organisations, business / industry.

Which department am I in?

Accounting and Finance

Study options

Full Time (1 year)

Tuition fees
£21,000.00 (22,88,080) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please

Start date

September 2025

Venue

Bay Campus

Fabian Way,

Swansea,

SA1 8EN, WALES, Wales

Entry requirements

For international students

Students must attain a 2:2 (or overseas equivalent) in an undergraduate degree that has included a range of modules in accounting/finance. This need not necessarily be a degree with accounting or finance in the title. We would also be willing to consider those with other backgrounds and work experience in the sector. Non-native English speakers must achieve an IELTS?score of 6.0 overall with no component less than 5.5.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

Pathways options

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