Governance & IT in Financial Services - Letterkenny

This programme focuses on the development of knowledge around the financial services industry, principles of data protection, governance and ethics and information systems. Students will also develop skills around regulatory frameworks as well as IT security, compliance and privacy and risk management and audit. The Masters programme concludes with a capstone work based learning project based on situated learning and reflection. A Postgraduate Diploma qualification is also offered for this course where learners complete the same modules without the requirement to undertake the capstone Work Based Learning project.



Who should apply?

This programme aims to meet the legal, compliance, governance and I.T needs of financial services companies and has been developed in collaboration with key employers within the relevant industry. The course is designed to enhance skills, judgment and ability to apply the regulatory requirements in the management and practice of compliance.

Modules:

Financial Services Industry

Blockchain Technology and Practice

Principles of Information Systems

Governance Ethics & Regulation

Research Methods

Financial Services Regulation

IT Security, Compliance & Privacy

IT Risk Management & Audit

Work Based Learning



* Exit Award Available Postgraduate Diploma

Applicants require a second class honours grade (2.2) in a Level 8 Honours degree with a specialisation in law, business or IT. (A 2.1 grade is preferable).



Recognition of Prior Learning: Yes.

Flexible learning courses are popular, and they fill on a first come, first served basis. There are two major intake periods throughout the academic year, September and January.



For January start courses, applications typically open in October, and for September start courses, applications typically open in February. Closing dates for applications are listed on the individual course webpage.

1.5 years part-time. Delivery Method: Online.



Study Hours

It is recommended to allow independent learning of 10- 12 hours per week for a 10-credit module and 5-6 hours for a 5-credit module.

EU Fees: €5,000.00

Non-EU Fees: €10,000.00

Start Date: September 2025.