The MSc in Machine Learning for Finance is a unique, interdisciplinary programme which blends applied, practical financial theory with an advanced technical skillset derived from computer science.
The MSc in Machine Learning for Finance is the first, fully online programme of its kind in Ireland.
The programme leverages the experience, knowledge and expertise from the industry-led MSc in Artificial Intelligence. Combined with the award-winning finance postgraduate offerings in the Kemmy Business School, this programme provides a focussed upskilling initiative addressing widening AI skills shortage in the financial services industry.
With the financial services industry posited to become mass adopters of AI in the near future; this programme is aimed at those working in financial services, professional services and data analysis roles who wish to upskill and reskill to meet the considerable industry demand for applied technical skills combined with strong business acumen.
Programme delivery
The programme is delivered primarily via recorded online lectures, supported with tutorials, assignments and live webinars. Assessment is based mainly on assignments and project work with a practical rather than theoretical focus. The focus is on asynchronous (flexible) delivery and assessment. All relevant course material (books, journal articles, etc.) required will be available digitally via the UL Glucksman Library鈥檚 online resources.
Modules will be delivered with an associated assessment of mastery so that semester by semester there is a confirmed and measurable achievement of learning objectives that can be transferred directly and immediately to the workplace.
There is 90 ECTs for the programme.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
September 2025
Applicants must hold a Level 8 honours degree at a minimum second class honours, grade 2 (NQF or other internationally recognised equivalent) in a relevant discipline such as finance, economics, business, engineering, computing, mathematics, science or technology.
Applicants from other disciplines who have relevant mathematics and computing elements in their primary degree will also be considered.
Applicants who possess an honours degree, minimum 2nd class, grade 2, or equivalent in a non-numerate discipline and have three years experiential learning in an appropriate computing discipline will be considered.
Matriculation examinations from European countries where English is presented as a subject and an acceptable level is achieved. Irish Leaving Certificate English 鈥揙rdinary Level Grade D or above. TOEFL 鈥� 580 (paper based) or 90 (internet based). IELTS 鈥� Minimum score of 6.5 with no less than 6 in any one component. English Test for English and Academic Purposes (ETAPP) 鈥� Grade C1. GCE 鈥極鈥� level English Language/GCSE English Language 鈥� Grade C or above.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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