MSc Statistics with Financial Mathematics

The MSc Statistics with Financial Mathematics course provided by the University of Sheffield, is a one-year postgraduate degree that equips students seeking advanced knowledge in financial mathematics, essential statistical theories and methodologies. This course merges the strengths of both disciplines and is designed to address the increasing demand for professionals skilled in both statistics and financial mathematics.Course Content: The programme content is divided into two halves. In the first half, students learn base work skills such as programming, research and related work-related skills. In the second half, teaching focuses on advanced topics including Generalised Linear Models and the Bayesian methodology.Key Modules: The key modules students will undertake include Core Statistics, Linear Model Theory and its applications, Stochastic Processes, Time Series and Finance, among others.Accreditations: This course is accredited by the UK's Royal Statistical Society. After the successful completion of the course, students are entitled to a 'Graduate Statistician' award.Future Careers: Students graduating from this course can explore careers in areas such as banking, insurance, and risk management. They could also pursue roles like operation researchers, data analysts, mathematicians, statisticians, and numerous other commercial, industrial, or research roles.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.