MSc Finance & Risk Management (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 & Risk Management program from UWL have excellent career prospects in various sectors of the finance industry. 

1. Risk Manager: Graduates can work as risk managers, assessing and managing risks for financial institutions, corporations, or consulting firms. They can specialize in market risk, credit risk, operational risk, or enterprise risk management.

2. Financial Analyst: Graduates can pursue careers 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.

3. Risk Analyst: Graduates can work as risk analysts, analyzing and monitoring risks within financial institutions. They can assist in developing risk management strategies and implementing risk assessment frameworks.

4. Investment Manager: Graduates can become investment managers, responsible for managing investment portfolios, making investment decisions, and maximizing returns for clients. They can work in investment firms, pension funds, or private equity companies.

5. Compliance Officer: Graduates can work as compliance officers, ensuring adherence to financial regulations and ethical standards. They can help organizations navigate regulatory requirements and implement effective compliance frameworks.

6. Financial Planner: Graduates can become financial planners, assisting individuals and businesses in developing financial plans, managing investments, and achieving financial goals.

7. Treasury Manager: Graduates can work as treasury managers, overseeing cash flow management, liquidity management, and financial risk management within organizations. They can work in corporations, financial institutions, or government entities.

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

9. Auditor: Graduates can work as auditors, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of financial information within organizations. They can work in public accounting firms or corporate internal audit departments.

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