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MSc Financial Technology (FinTech)

UK

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What will I learn?

OVERVIEW

FinTech (financial technology) is disrupting and reshaping commerce. The term is applied anywhere technology is used to help companies manage the financial aspects of a business. It includes new software and applications, processes and business models.

Understanding rapidly evolving financial markets

This course combines our expertise in finance, computing, risk and behavioural science. You’ll look at innovative technologies and the disruptive nature of FinTech business models.

We’ll show you how FinTech has combined finance and technology and is changing the way companies and consumers interact. You’ll also discover how it has affected the regulatory environment in which companies operate.

You’ll experience different elements such as programming, business analytics, digital strategy, data science, strategy and risk in financial services.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

  • Location – Manchester is one of the largest financial centres in the UK and home to major organisations and a thriving tech scene.

  • Triple accredited – our Business School holds the globally recognised trio of accreditations from EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA, placing us among the best business schools in the world.

  • Innovative teaching – as part of the course, you’ll examine business models and technologies which are set to shape the global financial sector for decades to come.

  • Rise programme – all students are eligible to take part in curricular activities with Rise. These might include research volunteering, project work and certifications.

  • Industry links and insight – learn from leading FinTech experts at guest lectures and network with employers at regular events.

  • Career support – throughout your studies, we’ll help you boost your employability and secure graduate employment through our Careers and Employability service.

Which department am I in?

Finance and Economics

Study options

Full Time (1 year)

Tuition fees
£22,500.00 (US$ 29,057) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please

Start date

September 2025

Venue

Manchester Campus

Oxford Road,

Manchester,

Greater Manchester,

M15 6BH, NORTHERN ENGLAND, England

Entry requirements

For international students

You’ll need a UK honours degree – at least a 2:2 – or the international equivalent, in any subject. Professional experience will also be considered for mature students. Overseas applicants will require IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any category, or an equivalent accepted English qualification. TOEFL iBT with Overall score: 89. With no individual test score below: Listening: 17, Reading: 18, Speaking: 20, Writing : 17

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

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About Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan is ranked 46th for universities in the UK (Times Higher Education Rankings, 2025).

  • One of UK’s largest universities, with around 40,000 student
  • Triple accredited business school
  • GBP 400 million in ongoing investment
  • Industry links with global companies