MSc Finance by Research

Driven by a commitment to academic excellence and analytical rigor, the MSc in Finance by Research at The University of Buckingham offers a distinctive pathway for mastering advanced financial theory and empirical methods. Designed for ambitious minds, this programme empowers critical inquiry, fosters independent research, and cultivates the expertise needed to lead in global financial markets or pursue doctoral studies at top-tier institutions.The MSc in Finance by Research at The University of Buckingham is a rigorous, research-focused degree for graduates seeking to explore advanced financial theory, empirical analysis, and real-world financial systems through original inquiry. It is awarded at Level 7 on the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ).Positioned at the intersection of academic scholarship and financial innovation, the programme allows you to engage with some of the most pressing questions in finance—including asset pricing, behavioural finance, risk modelling, digital finance, and the integration of AI into financial markets. It is ideally suited for individuals aiming to pursue a PhD or research-oriented career in finance, consultancy, or policy development.Guided by expert supervisors, students undertake an independent research project culminating in a substantial dissertation. While the programme does not include assessed taught modules, candidates may audit selected postgraduate finance courses to enhance their methodological and theoretical foundations.With the opportunity to complete the programme in just 12 months (full-time), and supported by a competitive tuition structure, the MSc in Finance by Research offers both academic depth and practical advantage.The MSc in Finance by Research is designed to:Cultivate researchers who can generate, interpret, and evaluate new financial knowledge through rigorous academic inquiry.Encourage critical thinking and empirical exploration in areas such as asset valuation, corporate governance, AI in finance, market microstructure, and behavioural economics.Equip students with advanced methodological skills, enabling them to conceptualise, design, and execute research using both qualitative and quantitative techniques.Promote reflexivity in financial research by examining the ethical, regulatory, and global dimensions of finance in a changing world.

A minimum of an upper second-class honour’s degree (2:1) in accounting, finance, banking, economics, or a closely related discipline from a recognised institution.