About this course
University of Birmingham offers MSc Financial Technology as a 1-year postgraduate Masters Degree (Taught) programme in Banking and Finance. Based in Birmingham, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £33,660 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 7 overall or TOEFL iBT 95. The next intake is Autumn (September), 2026.
Scholarships are available to international applicants.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
Students should hold a 2:1 Honours degree or a postgraduate diploma from a UK university (or an overseas equivalent). This is a highly mathematical programme that requires students to be comfortable with numbers and mathematical techniques. Applicants with prior study in a highly quantitative subject area, such as Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Economics, Finance, or Science, are encouraged to apply. Good programming skills and/or two years of relevant work experience are not strict requirements but will strengthen an application.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Autumn (September), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
