MSc Finance & Accounting (Enhanced Extended Masters)

Postgraduate Programs:

• Academic Qualifications: Applicants should hold a relevant undergraduate degree from a recognized institution with a minimum of 55% or above.
• English Language Proficiency: International students need to demonstrate their English language proficiency through an approved English language test. The minimum English language requirements are:
  • IELTS: Overall score of 6.5, with no individual band score below 6.
  • TOEFL: Overall score of 88-95.
  • PTE (Pearson Test of English): Overall score of 58-67.

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 West London (UWL) offers a range of scholarships and financial support options to both domestic and international students. These scholarships aim to recognize academic excellence, support students from diverse backgrounds, and provide financial assistance to those who may face financial challenges.

1. University of West London International Ambassador Scholarships: These scholarships are available to international students applying for a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate course. The scholarship offers a fee reduction of up to £5,000 for the first year of study.
2. University of West London International Scholarships: UWL offers a number of international scholarships for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. The scholarships provide a fee reduction of up to £5,000 for the first year of study.
3. University of West London International Music Scholarships: These scholarships are specifically for talented musicians who wish to study at UWL. The scholarships offer a fee reduction of up to £2,000 for the first year of study.
4. University of West London Care Leaver Bursary: This bursary is available to students who are care leavers. It provides financial support to help cover living costs and other expenses.
5. University of West London Progression Scholarship: This scholarship is for UWL graduates who wish to pursue a postgraduate course at the university. It offers a fee reduction of up to 15% for eligible students.
6. University of West LondonSports Scholarship: This scholarship is aimed at talented athletes who have represented their country, county, or region in their chosen sport. It provides financial support, mentoring, and access to sports facilities.

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

Graduates of the MSc Finance & Accounting program from UWL have excellent career prospects in various sectors of the finance and accounting industry. 

1. Financial Analyst: Graduates can work as financial analysts, conducting financial research, analyzing data, and providing insights to support investment decisions. They can work in investment banks, asset management firms, or financial consulting companies.

2. Financial Manager: Graduates can pursue managerial roles in finance, overseeing financial operations, managing budgets, and making strategic financial decisions. They can work in corporations, financial institutions, or government organizations.

3. Accountant: Graduates can become qualified accountants and work in public accounting firms or corporate accounting departments. They can perform financial audits, prepare financial statements, and provide tax advisory services.

4. Investment Banker: Graduates can pursue careers in investment banking, advising clients on mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, and other financial transactions. They can work in investment banks, private equity firms, or venture capital firms.

5. Risk Manager: Graduates can specialize in risk management, identifying and mitigating financial risks for organizations. They can work in banks, insurance companies, or risk consulting firms.

6. Financial Controller: Graduates can work as financial controllers, responsible for managing financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance. They can work in large corporations or multinational companies.

7. Treasury Analyst: Graduates can work in treasury departments, managing cash flow, analyzing financial markets, and executing financial transactions. They can work in corporations or financial institutions.

8. Financial Consultant: Graduates can become financial consultants, providing advisory services to clients on financial planning, investment strategies, and risk management. They can work independently or as part of consulting firms.

9. Financial Planner: Graduates can work as financial planners, helping individuals and businesses achieve their financial goals through effective financial planning and investment strategies.

10. Further Academic Pursuits: Graduates can choose to pursue further academic studies at the doctoral level in the field of finance or related areas.