Finance & Trading

The MSc Finance and Trading programme equips you with the skills needed for investing in financial markets. You will gain expertise in financial theory, quantitative analysis, and trading strategies, using professional-grade tools. Students will learn about how to price assets, manage risk, and the structures involved with trading in stock markets, derivative exchanges, and in foreign exchange.

Core Modules

International Finance (15 credits)

Derivatives (15 credits)

Dissertation - MSc Finance (60 credits)

Financial Data Analytics (15 credits)

Foundations of Risk Management (15 credits)

Asset Pricing (15 credits)

Financial Market Structure (15 credits)

Advanced Financial Data Analytics (15 credits)

AI & Trading (15 credits)

Applied Research Project (60 credits)

Entrance requirements

Graduate

Normally a strong 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in Finance, Mathematics, Economics, or in another relevant quantitative subject. Performance in relevant modules must be of the required standard.



International Students

Our country/region pages include information on entry requirements, tuition fees, scholarships, student profiles, upcoming events and contacts for your country/region at https://www.qub.ac.uk/Study/international-students/your-country/



English Language Requirements

Evidence of an IELTS* score of 7.0, with not less than 6.0 in any component, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University is required (*taken within the last 2 years).



International students wishing to apply to Queen's University Belfast (and for whom English is not their first language), must be able to demonstrate their proficiency in English in order to benefit fully from their course of study or research. Non-EEA nationals must also satisfy UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) immigration requirements for English language for visa purposes.



For more information on English Language requirements for EEA and non-EEA nationals see: www.qub.ac.uk/EnglishLanguageReqs.



If you need to improve your English language skills before you enter this degree programme, INTO Queen's University Belfast offers a range of English language courses. These intensive and flexible courses are designed to improve your English ability for admission to this degree.

Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible and ideally no later than 14th August 2026 for courses which commence in late September. In the event that any programme receives a high number of applications, the University reserves the right to close the application portal prior to the deadline stated on course finder. Notifications to this effect will appear on the application portal against the programme application page.



Please note: international applicants will be required to pay a deposit to secure a place on this course.

1 year (Full Time)

Entry Year: Academic Year 2026/27

Career Prospects

Introduction

Successful students will have the necessary skills to have career opportunities in finance, including investment banking, commercial banking, investment management, or other financial intermediaries.



For further opportunities to enhance your studies and career prospects please see the school website.

https://www.qub.ac.uk/schools/queens-business-school/student-opportunities/



Employment after the Course

Graduate prospects from the MSc Finance and Trading degree are excellent; culminating in Queen’s being ranked highly in the UK for Graduate Prospects in Accounting and Finance (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide).Graduates from this programme have secured roles with employers such as Morgan Stanley, Citi, Bank of China, BDO, Deloitte, PwC, Davy Group, and many others. Typical graduate roles include portfolio analyst, investment analyst, equity research analyst, energy trader, and financial consultant.

https://www.qub.ac.uk/directorates/sgc/careers/