Financial Mathematics

These MSc programmes deliver a high quality training in the theory of financial mathematics with a strong emphasis on computational methods and optimization techniques.

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Why Financial Mathematics?

Our MSc programmes in the area of financial mathematics offer intensive training in the advanced mathematics that underpin modern financial industries. You'll be well-prepared with the relevant skillset for a range of exciting and potentially high-earning career opportunities.

We are proud to offer two MSc programmes in this exciting field:

Each of our MSc programmes has its own distinctive focus but with the common aims of delivering you a solid knowledge of financial derivative pricing, risk management and portfolio optimization, alongside the transferable computational skills required by the modern quantitative finance world.

The School of Mathematics offers a selection of MSc programmes in the area of financial mathematics.

Our students and graduates share their experience of studying a financial mathematics MSc programme at the University of Edinburgh.

Our financial mathematics graduates go on to pursue a wide variety of careers and further study at PhD level.

Entry requirements for MSc programmes in the area of financial mathematics.

How to apply for a financial mathematics MSc programme.

Information about tuition fees, living costs, and sources of funding.