Scholarships available - Our MSc Finance programmes are affiliated with the CFA Institute, the globally recognised benchmark for excellence in investment and financial markets.

Programme at a glance

Six pathways to choose from: MSc Finance, MSc Finance (Accounting and Finance), MSc Finance (Economics and Finance), MSc Finance (Finance and Investment), MSc Finance (Financial Technology and Banking), MSc Finance Corporate and International Finance)

Duration: 1 year, full-time

Start date: September 2026

Location: Durham City: UNESCO World Heritage site

Fees: Home £17,000 per year /International £36,500 per year

Open to: Applicants are expected to have strong quantitative skills, with a relevant mathematics/quantitative module at university level or a minimum of A level Mathematics (or its equivalent) is a prerequisite for prospective candidates.

Scholarships: Merit-based scholarships available

MSc Finance programmes – overview

Studying an MSc Finance programme at Durham University Business School offers far more than academic excellence. You will have opportunities to broaden your global perspective through our Dissertation Abroad scheme and international study tour, gaining valuable insight into international business in practice.

Throughout your studies, you will engage with leading academics and senior representatives from global organisations, while practical experiences such as the Investment Club and Trading Challenge allow you to develop real-world trading and investment skills. Supported by access to industry-leading financial databases including Bloomberg, Capital IQ, Thomson Reuters, DataStream and Orbis, you will work with live and historical data used by finance professionals worldwide.

Why study MSc Finance at Durham?

• Triple crown accreditation (AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS) - places Durham in the top 1% of business schools globally
• Our Finance programmes are affiliated with the Chartered Financial Analyst Institute (CFA)
• Department of Finance- renowned for its innovative research and world-class faculty. Strong industry and employer connections.
• State-of-the-art Waterside Building - at the heart of the Durham Innovation District.
• Highly ranked University - World Top 100 (QS 2026) and 58th (Global) 48th (Europe) 12th (UK) Financial Times Master’s in Finance Ranking 2025
• Experience collegiate student life – in the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage city.

Business School Scholarships

Durham University Business School offers a comprehensive package of scholarships for October 2026 entry. If you receive an offer, you are automatically considered. No separate application is needed.

• Master's Achievement Scholarships: awarded to exceptional candidates based on academic merit. Learn more.

Other scholarships and funding

• Inspiring excellence scholarships: invitation to international students to achieve excellence at Durham. Learn more.
• Funding and other scholarships. Visit our scholarships pages for information on other sources of funding. Learn more.

Employability - Where could your Master’s take you?

Our graduates are highly sought after by global employers. Some of our recent graduates now work in sectors including: financial services, healthcare, government and consultancy, amongst many others.

Careers support

As a Business School Master’s student, you'll have access to a dedicated postgraduate careers service, with one-to-one support on all aspects of the application process, from CV writing to interview techniques.  We work in partnership with the University's careers team to connect you with events, organisations, or individuals to help kick-start your career.

Entry Requirements

• A first or upper second-class honours degree (or international equivalent)
• A strong quantitative skills for the programme, which includes fundamental concepts of calculus and statistics. Therefore, having studied a relevant mathematics/quantitative module at university level or a minimum of A level Mathematics (or its equivalent) is a prerequisite for prospective candidates.
• Applicants who have significant and relevant work experience in the Finance industry and who may narrowly miss the academic requirements may also be considered for a place.
• No prior study in marketing required
• English language proficiency required for international applicants

Find out more and apply

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