MSc Financial Technology

• Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 60% or equivalent.
• English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
  • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
  • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 90, with at least 19 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 19 in Speaking, and 23 in Writing.
  • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 60 with no individual score below 59.
• Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

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.

The University of Glasgow offers a variety of scholarships to both domestic and international students to help support their studies. These scholarships are offered at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels and are awarded based on merit and financial need.

1. Postgraduate Taught Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students studying a master's program and offers a tuition fee discount of up to £5,000.
2. Postgraduate Research Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students pursuing a research degree and covers the full cost of tuition fees.
3. Sir Fitzroy Maclean Postgraduate Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students pursuing a postgraduate degree in either the School of Humanities or the School of Social and Political Sciences.
4. Chancellors Award: This scholarship is available to both domestic and international students studying any discipline at the University of Glasgow and offers a tuition fee discount of up to £10,000.
5. Glasgow International Leadership Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students studying any postgraduate program and offers a tuition fee discount of up to £10,000.
6. Glasgow Refugee, Asylum and Migration Network Scholarship: This scholarship is available to students who have sought refuge in the UK and are studying any undergraduate or postgraduate program.

The University of Glasgow's MSc Financial Technology program offers graduates a range of career opportunities across the rapidly developing field of financial technology. Graduates of the program are prepared for careers in a variety of sectors including banking, financial services, consultancy, and fintech start-ups.

1. FinTech Consultant: FinTech consultants provide strategic advice and support to businesses looking to implement new financial technology solutions.
2. Data Analyst: Data analysts use their skills to analyze large datasets and provide insights to improve business operations. In the FinTech industry, data analysis is particularly important as it can help businesses make more informed decisions.
3. Compliance Officer: Compliance officers ensure that financial institutions adhere to regulations and guidelines set by governing bodies. With the growing use of technology in financial services, there is a demand for individuals with a strong understanding of both compliance and technology.
4. Product Manager: Product managers are responsible for overseeing the development and launch of new products. In the FinTech industry, product managers are particularly in demand as businesses strive to create innovative new solutions to meet customer needs.
5. FinTech Entrepreneur: Graduates of the MSc Financial Technology program have the skills and knowledge required to start their own fintech business. The program provides students with the tools to identify opportunities in the market and develop new products and services.

The MSc Financial Technology program at the University of Glasgow equips graduates with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in a range of career paths within the rapidly evolving field of financial technology.