London,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc Computational Finance in London United Kingdom | King's College London
King's College London
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London United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
37,368
(c. USD50,043.6)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The MSc in Computational Finance equips you with the computational techniques currently employed by financial professionals and institutions in modern markets. This program establishes a strong grounding in both conventional quantitative approaches and financial tools, while also covering scientific computing, numerical analysis, high-performance systems, blockchain technology, big-data processing, and agent-based simulations. These methodologies will be applied to examine financial markets through a post-crisis lens, integrating insights from high-frequency trading research, contemporary systemic risk assessment methods, and emerging technologies like blockchain and digital currencies.Program HighlightsRanked 6th nationally for Computer Science (QS World Rankings 2024).The Informatics Department is renowned for its research-driven curriculum and guidance from field-leading specialists.You'll collaborate with distinguished researchers across diverse Computer Science domains, including Algorithm Design, Cybersecurity, Human-Computer Interaction, and Software Engineering.The curriculum offers comprehensive modules that blend theoretical knowledge with practical applications in contemporary Computer Science.A welcoming, international learning community.This MSc program delivers expertise in cutting-edge financial technologies (FinTech), encompassing electronic trading platforms and blockchain systems. You'll acquire hands-on skills for processing and interpreting financial data using advanced Artificial Intelligence and Big Data methodologies. The program features insights from industry professionals based in one of the global financial hubs, offering real-world perspectives on quantitative finance and FinTech applications. Our teaching approach combines traditional classroom instruction with innovative digital tools, creating an engaging blended learning experience. Instruction primarily occurs at our Strand and Waterloo campuses, situating you in central London with access to premier academic resources and the cultural offerings of this vibrant global city. The Department of Informatics operates from Bush House on the Strand Campus.
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Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
A minimum high 2:1 undergraduate Bachelor’s (honours) degree with a final mark of at least 65% or above
If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip). A Bachelor's degree with a high (minimum of 65%) 2:1 honours (or international equivalent) in Computer Science or another relevant quantitative discipline (such as Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Natural Science, Electronic Engineering, General Engineering, Operations Research, or a joint degree in two such subjects).
Applicants should also have a sound background in basic mathematics, in particular familiarity with standard concepts of calculus, trigonometry, linear algebra, vectors and matrix mathematics. In addition, applicants should be competent in computer programming, close to the level expected at the end of the first year of a BSc honours degree in computer science. IELTS (Academic): 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in each skill and TOEFL iBT: 100 overall with a minimum of 25 in writing and 23  in each of the other skills.
Tuition
GBP
37,368