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Computational Finance MSc

King's College London, University of London

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King's College London, University of London

Course options

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Strand Campus 1

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

The Computational Finance MSc will introduce you to the computational methods that are widely used by practitioners and financial institutions in todays markets. This course will provide you with a solid foundation not only in traditional quantitative methods and financial instruments, but also scientific computing, numerical methods, high-performance computing, distributed ledgers, big-data analytics and agent-based modelling. These techniques will be used to understand financial markets from a post-crisis perspective which incorporates findings from the study of financial markets at high-frequency timescales, modern approaches to understanding systematic risk and financial contagion, and disruptive technologies such as distributed-ledgers and cryptocurrencies.

Key benefits

  • 6th in the UK for Computer Science (QS World Rankings 2024).
  • The Department of Informatics has a reputation for delivering research-led teaching and project supervision from leading experts in their field.
  • You'll interact with world-class experts in many exciting areas of Computer Science, including Algorithms and Data Analysis, Cybersecurity, Human-Centred Computing and Software Systems.
  • You'll study a wide-range of innovative modules, covering both the theory and practice of modern Computer Science.
  • Friendly and supportive learning environment, with students from across the globe.

The Computational Finance MSc provides an understanding of modern financial technology (FinTech) including electronic trading and distributed-ledger technology. You will gain practical hands-on techniques for working with and analysing financial data, which draw on modern developments in Artificial Intelligence and Big Data technology. There will be opportunity to understand the practical aspects of quantitative finance and FinTech from industry experts located in the heart of one of the worlds financial centres. We will use a delivery method that will ensure you have a rich, exciting experience from the start. Face to face teaching will be complemented and supported with innovative technology so that students also experience elements of digital learning and assessment. The course is taught at the Strand and Waterloo Campuses. This puts you in the heart of London with access to all its academic resources and within easy reach of the social and entertainment attractions of one of the worlds most cosmopolitan cities. The Department of Informatics is based in Bush House, Strand Campus.

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
(International fees)

拢 37,368per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

King's College London, University of London

King's College London, University of London

  • University League Table

    24th

  • Campus address

    King's College London, University of London, Strand, London, London, London, WC2R 2LS, United Kingdom

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As London's most central university, King's gives students easy access to one of the most dynamic and best-connected cities in the world.
The university's multicultural, welcoming community of staff and students represent over 190 nations.
Recognised for the global reach and impact of its research, King鈥檚 ranks 8th in the UK for Research Quality in the Complete University 大象传媒.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Business & Management Studies

    3rd out of 122 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 221
    198 90%

    5th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    92.0 92%

    2nd

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.02 75%

    76th

    11

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