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PostgraduateMSc

Applied Statistics in Finance

University of Strathclyde
Glasgow, Scotland
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1 yearDuration
£25,500Per Year (Intl)
£11,900Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by University of Strathclyde, the MSc Applied Statistics in Finance provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in mathematics and statistics. Based in Glasgow, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. Our MSc in Applied Statistics in Finance is a conversion course, offering the opportunity to develop skills in statistics and data analysis even if you have never studies statistics before. You will be supported by members of staff who work directly with industry to develop skills which are relevant to current areas of research including population health and medicine, animal and plant health, finance and business. Students will gain skills in: - problem solving - analysis and manipulation of complex data - the use of statistical software for data analysis and reporting - effective ... International tuition fees are £25,500 per year, home/UK fees are £11,900 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £29,500 within three years, a 90% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Statistical Methods for Finance
Financial Data Analysis and Visualization
Time Series Forecasting and Modelling
Risk Assessment and Portfolio Analytics
Bayesian Statistics and Inference
Statistical Software and Computational Methods
Research Methods and Professional Practice
Applied Statistics Dissertation Project
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementEntry requirements Entry requirements Back to course Entry requirements Go back Academic requirements/experience Minimum second-class (2:2) Honours degree or overseas equivalent. In addition they administer and publicise graduate and work experience opportunities.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic60

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£25,500

per year

Total Course Cost (12 months)£25,500

Home Student Fee

£11,900

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

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Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
15%Studying
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
50%Professional Jobs
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