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MSc (Fintech) [Economics and Financial Technology], MSc

University of Galway, Ireland

University of Galway

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About MSc (Fintech) [Economics and Financial Technology], MSc - at University of Galway

The MSc Fintech (Economics and Financial Technology) is a pioneering programme at the intersection of finance, economics, and technology. This programme welcomes applications from graduates of business, economics and finance degrees, or computer science and engineering graduates with a background in economics. Leveraging Galway's robust presence in both finance and analytics, this Master's degree consolidates these strengths into a single, comprehensive offering.

The Fintech sector faces a pressing need for professionals equipped with a blend of economic insight and technical expertise. A recent FSI Report (September 2023) forecasts a staggering 44% increase in employee numbers over the next three years, underscoring the acute shortage of technical talent in this rapidly growing industry.

The programme's curriculum encompasses a blend of theoretical foundations and applied subjects, covering crucial areas such as:

Core modules in financial technology and financial analytics are supplemented by a diverse range of optional modules. This flexibility allows students to tailor their studies to match their specific interests within the expansive realm of Fintech.

The MSc Fintech (Economics and Financial Technology) aims to facilitate learning and critical assessment of the economic impact of emerging financial instruments, markets, and technologies. Graduates will acquire a skillset that allows them to make an immediate and substantial contribution within the FinTech industry.

Business Postgraduate Merit Scholarships

J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics at University of Galway is committed to attracting high calibre students from around the world and offers generous scholarships across all our postgraduate programmes, including the MSc Fintech. To be eligible candidates must have achieved a H1 (or international equivalent) in their primary degree and scholarships are offered on a competitive basis. Scholarships are awarded up to 50% of the programme tuition fees. Click here to learn more.

Applications are made online via the University of Galway Postgraduate Applications System.

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