Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Interpret financial statements and business performance.
- Apply accounting and finance methods to practical decisions.
- Develop numerical, analytical and professional judgement.
University of Nottingham · Nottingham
MSc Finance and Investment
A quantitative finance master's aimed at careers in investment banking, asset management and financial analysis. Applicants need prior study in maths, statistics or quantitative methods.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Accountant
- Financial analyst
- Audit associate
- Finance manager
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- 2:1 or international equivalent, including modules in at least two of mathematics, statistics or quantitative methods
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Four-year Special or three-year General Bachelor's accepted. 2:1 equivalent: 60–69% or B to B+ (General degree also 3.3+ GPA); 2:2 equivalent: 50–59% or C+ to B- (General degree 3.0). Requirements vary by Sri Lankan university and course.
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, no less than 6.0 in each element
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to University of Nottingham.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on nottingham.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with University of Nottingham before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.