Master of Science - Finance and Risk Management with Pre-Master's
- 1 year
- Duration
- 22,900 GBP
- Price
- Rolling admission
- Start
- Rolling admission
- Deadline
- Master
- Degree
- Campus
- Format
- Stirling / United Kingdom
- Location
- University of Stirling
- School
Program description
Effective financial risk management is essential for organizations to prosper in a fluctuating global economy. Understanding the risks and implementing risk management may assist firms in reducing losses.
The MSc Finance and Risk Management program will provide you with the skills to analyze and manage financial risk. You will get extensive understanding of finance and the ability to analyze financial data. Your knowledge will be sought after by organizations facing danger.
Practical expertise in financial risk management:
- Acquire practical investing expertise and comprehend portfolio management
- Our acclaimed worldwide financial trading bootcamp with AmplifyMe enables real-time trading
- Acquire practical expertise in investment portfolio management with the Student Managed Investment Fund
- Utilize professional financial databases such as Bloomberg and Capital IQ
- Study worldwide financial markets with real-time data
Program structure
Compulsory Modules:
- Flying Start Leadership Programme
- Corporate Finance
- Quantitative Methods in Finance
- Economics for Banking and Finance
- Bank Theory, Operations and Strategy
- Derivatives
- Quantitative Financial Risk Analysis
- International Corporate Finance
- Dissertation
Price
- Tuition Fee for International Students: £22,900 per year
Requirements for applicants
- Age Requirement: 17
- Academic Requirements: Pass in an undergraduate degree in any academic subject or Diploma (3-5 years) with high grades in any academic subject (Applicants without these formal qualifications but with significant appropriate/relevant work/life experience are encouraged to apply)
- English Language Requirements: IELTS 5.5 with 5.5 in all subskills
About the university

The University of Stirling is a worldwide institution renowned for its innovative approach and esteemed for its superior teaching and research excellence. We are committed to making a significant difference in all our endeavors. Stirling prioritizes merit above background.
The University of Stirling offers flexible degrees for future employment. Study on a safe campus that welcomes visitors and get a world-class education from industry professionals. Gain valuable market information and develop the skills required for future success. Stirling grads stand out.
Why should you choose the University of Stirling?
Commence your studies in the UK at the University of Stirling and advance to a customized degree where you will cultivate the competencies necessary for a job oriented towards the future.
- The University of Stirling is placed 53rd overall in the UK according to The Complete University Guide 2025.
- The University of Stirling is placed among the top 100 universities in the UK according to The Guardian University Guide 2025.
- Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by Discipline 2025: the University of Stirling is among the world's top 300 in the fields of Arts and Humanities, Education Studies, Life Sciences and Psychology.
- The University of Stirling is ranked 1st in the UK and in the top ten globally for campus atmosphere.
- 93% of foreign students expressed satisfaction with their experience at the University of Stirling.
- 96% of our alumni were employed or engaged in further education 15 months post-graduation,