£42,200/Yr
- Master of Science in Finance at Imperial College London is a 1-year program.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- This program has a proven track record in securing students the best jobs in the finance industry for the last 20 years, in sectors such as investment banking, asset management, and consultancy.
- The core modules covering topics such as Empirical Finance: Methods and Applications, Financial Econometrics, and Investment and Portfolio Management.
- Students will also take part in a two day International Experience Trip in the Spring term.
- Students will choose between two types of research projects, in order to develop specialist skills and subject knowledge to benefit their future career.
- The normal working week is Monday to Friday. Classes will be scheduled between 08.30 and 21.00.
- Students should expect to attend one evening class per week, and other optional activities such as guest lectures or alumni and careers events may be scheduled in the evening.
- About 99% of students get the job within three months and 40% of students get employed in Investment Banking or Consulting.
- This Business School is accredited by AACSB, AMBA, Athena SWAN, and EQUIS.
- In the spring and summer terms, you will choose between undertaking two types of projects, in order to develop specialist skills and subject knowledge to benefit your future career.
- You can either pursue an Applied Project together with an additional elective, or a traditional Research Project.
- If you choose Applied Project option, you will also complete an additional elective. The report, of 3,000 words, is due for submission in August.
- The Research Project is ideal if you wish to follow an academic career and apply to a PhD programme. Your project report, of up to 10,000 words, is due for submission by mid-August.
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | £42200 (GBP 42200) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Housing | £12524 (GBP 12524) |
Food | £4193 (GBP 4193) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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2022 | £35700 (GBP 35700) |
2021 | £51375 (GBP 51375) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have a first or upper second class honours undergraduate degree from a recognized university.
- Students must have a quantitative discipline such as Mathematics, Engineering, Economics, Finance, and Science.
- Students must be proficient in probability, calculus, matrix algebra, and real analysis.
- Submission of GMAT or GRE is recommended but not essential.
- Students must be qualified in IELTS or TOEFL and PTE to get admission in this program.
Work Experience:
Students should use the quantitative experience statement on the application form to list the most advanced quantitative courses that they have taken and to provide brief examples of the relevant topics covered by the program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they complete one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Students should have completed a 3-4 year bachelor's degree from a mainstream university (state/federal or deemed institution) passed with the required grades.
- Students for research should hold a 3 to 4-year bachelor's degree and master's degree, both passed with required grades.
- Applicants from elite institutions will be required to obtain a minimum overall average of 7 / 10 or 60%. These are the college minimum scores and particular departments may seek grades at a higher level.
- Applicants from other approved institutions will be required to obtain a minimum overall average ranging from 7.5-8 / 10 or 65-70%.
Scores Required
Required Document List
The Documents required are:
- Resume/CV - This provides a summary of a student's experience and skills.
- Higher Secondary School Certificate - The certificate provided by the education board after completion of the Higher secondary education.
- Statement of marks - The marks statement provided by the education board.
- Financial Documentation - The Proof that shows the financial background of the student.
- Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
- Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
- English Language Requirement - This shows the test score of English Proficiency Exams such as IELTS, TOFEL, PTE, etc.
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VISA & Work Study
VISA
- Students can apply for the visa which is issued with a CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies) to study in the UK. Once students have received the CAS from Imperial, they should be able to start the visa application process.
- The type of permission students require depends on the type, of course, they are coming to study:
- If students are coming for a course or period of study that is for less than six months, students may be able to come as a short-term student.
- If students are coming to study a course that is longer than 6 months, a student visa is issued for study.
- The types of UK student visa are:
- Short-term study visa – Applicants over 16 years of age, Enrolling in a 6-month Short Course in UK institution, Enrolling in an 11-month English Language Course.
- Students on a part-time postgraduate course (excluding EMBA, Weekend MBA, and Global MBA) will be required to apply for a part-time Student Visa.
- Tier 4 student visa (General) – Applicants over 16 years of age, Enrolling in course longer than 6 months.
- Tier 4 student visa (child) – Applicants aged between 4 and 17 years.
- The required documents are:
- Details of passport
- Previous Qualifications
- ATAS Certificate
- Bank statements
- Scholarship letter (if receiving a scholarship)
- Police Registration Certificate
- Tuberculosis test results
- Criminal record certificate
- Parents or legal guardian letters if they are under 18.
- Recent passport size photograph.
Work Study
- The Work-Study Program gives full-time and part-time students a chance to work on-campus.
- Students to work no more than 10-15 hours per week, which should be principally at weekends only.
- Students with a valid Student Visa are permitted to work up to 20 hours per week during term time, and full time during vacation times, including the time between the end of their course and the end of the student visa (up to a maximum of four months).
- Main work visa options for non-EU students in the UK
- Tier 2 (General) visa options (for full time and part-time work)
- Tier 4 (students) visa permitted to work up to a maximum of 20 hours per week during term time if they are studying at degree level or Higher Education Institution (HEI) or up to a maximum total of 10 hours per week during term time if they are studying below degree level at an HEI.
- Tier 5 (Temporary workers) visa have several different categories of the temporary worker in which only two categories are:
- Tier 5 (Government Authorised Exchange) allows the College to host and sponsor researchers.
- Tier 5 (Youth Mobility Scheme) allows the College to employ people aged 18-30 from prescribed countries and British Overseas Territories.
Career and Placement after Course
The possible career opportunities for students are:
- Financial analyst
- Chief financial officer
- Commercial or investment banker, etc.
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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Imperial College Scholarship 50% Tuition Fee Waiver | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Brilliant Minds MBA Scholarship | Scholarship per student£ 57,990/Yr$57,990 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific | |
1st Formations Business Scholarship | Scholarship per student£ 800/Yr$800 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Commonwealth Master’s Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
(ISC)² Women’s Cybersecurity Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Collegedunia $150 Scholarship Program | Scholarship per student£ 150/Yr$150 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
Options Available
Program | Delivery Type | Duration | Program Type | Tuition Fees |
M.Sc Finance and Accounting | full time | 1 year | on-campus | £51375 |
M.Sc Financial Technology | full time | 1 year | on-campus | £51375 |
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