MSc Financial Investigation

Postgraduate Entry Requirement: 

• Academic Qualifications: Students should have a bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification with a minimum overall percentage of 60% or above in a relevant discipline.
• English Language Proficiency:
  • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5, with no individual component score below 6.
  • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 80-95, with a minimum score of 20 in each component.
  • PTE: A minimum overall score of 51-61, with no individual score below 51.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Scholarships for International Students at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan):

1. Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship: The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship is a prestigious scholarship awarded to high-achieving international students. This scholarship provides a significant tuition fee reduction for the duration of the student's program. The selection is based on academic merit, and applicants are automatically considered when they apply for a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate program at UCLan.
2. International Excellence Scholarship: The International Excellence Scholarship is aimed at international students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance. This scholarship offers a tuition fee reduction for the first year of study and is available for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The selection criteria include academic achievements, personal statements, and references.
3. Country-Specific Scholarships: UCLan offers scholarships specifically tailored to students from certain countries or regions. These scholarships aim to promote cultural diversity and encourage international students from specific regions to study at UCLan. The eligibility criteria and award amounts vary depending on the specific scholarship.
4. Sports Scholarships: UCLan recognizes the achievements of talented student athletes and offers sports scholarships to support their academic and sporting pursuits. These scholarships are available for international students who demonstrate outstanding sporting ability and academic potential. The scholarships provide financial support, mentoring, and access to sports facilities and training programs.
5. Alumni Loyalty Discount: UCLan values its alumni and offers a tuition fee discount to international students who have previously completed a full degree program at UCLan and wish to pursue further studies at the university. The discount is applied to the tuition fees of eligible postgraduate programs.
6. External Scholarships and Funding: In addition to the scholarships offered by UCLan, international students can also explore external scholarship opportunities and funding options. Various organizations, foundations, and governments provide scholarships for international students studying in the UK. UCLan's International Office can provide guidance and information on external scholarship opportunities.

It is important to note that the availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines for scholarships may vary each year.

Graduates of the MSc Financial Investigation program from the University of Central Lancashire are well-prepared for a variety of rewarding career opportunities in the field of financial investigation and financial crime prevention. 

1. Financial Investigator: Graduates can pursue careers as financial investigators, working for law enforcement agencies, regulatory bodies, or private organizations to uncover financial crimes and fraud.

2. Forensic Accountant: Alumni may become forensic accountants, specializing in analyzing financial records, tracking financial transactions, and providing expert testimony in legal cases.

3. Compliance Officer: Graduates can work as compliance officers, ensuring that organizations adhere to financial regulations and implementing fraud prevention measures.

4. Risk Analyst: Some alumni may choose to work as risk analysts, assessing the financial risks and vulnerabilities of organizations and advising on strategies to mitigate them.

5. Cybercrime Investigator: With expertise in digital forensics, graduates can pursue careers as cybercrime investigators, focusing on financial cybercrimes and data breaches.

6. Financial Consultant: Graduates may become financial consultants, providing advice to businesses and individuals on fraud prevention, financial security, and compliance.

7. Anti-Money Laundering Specialist: Alumni can specialize in anti-money laundering roles, helping organizations detect and prevent money laundering activities.

8. Financial Compliance Manager: Experienced graduates may take on roles as financial compliance managers, overseeing compliance efforts within organizations.

9. Financial Crime Analyst: Graduates may work as financial crime analysts, using data analysis and investigation skills to detect and prevent financial crimes.

10. Expert Witness: Some alumni may serve as expert witnesses in legal cases, providing specialized testimony related to financial investigations.