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The University of Newcastle's Master of Applied Finance program equips students with advanced analytical capabilities applicable throughout the financial industry and valuable for business decision-making. This degree provides both theoretical understanding and hands-on competencies essential for a successful finance career.
Gain academic recognition - Our program stands out by acknowledging professional expertise, potentially awarding course credits for relevant work experience.
Practical training - Students engage with cutting-edge financial technologies through our specialized finance lab, live market data systems, and interactive simulations of trading and banking operations, preparing them for industry innovations.
Advance your professional prospects - Financial sector employers increasingly seek candidates with postgraduate qualifications, making this Master's degree a valuable asset for securing management roles.
Adaptable learning schedule - With trimester-based courses, you can tailor your study intensity to balance personal and work commitments.
Premier learning environment - NUspace, located in Newcastle's central business district, offers an ideal setting for academic achievement.
CFA partnership - Our program participates in the prestigious CFA Institute University Affiliation Program, recognized as the investment field's most demanding certification initiative.
Entry into the Master of Applied Finance will be available for applicants who have:
Bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, in the discipline; or
Bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, not in the discipline and 1-year relevant organizational experience; or
At least 7 years' organizational experience, including 2 years in a management position; or
Successful completion of 75% (30 units) of one of the following UoN College of Human and Social Futures programs:
Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance
Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management
Graduate Certificate in Marketing
Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting
Students seeking Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) must apply to the Program Convener. RPL applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
TOEFL paper-based test score of 550; TOEFL internet based score of 79; IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5; PTE GSE score of 58; Cambridge English: Advanced score of 58.