MSc Financial Technology (Fintech)

1 Year On Campus Masters Program

University of Exeter

Program Overview

The MSc Financial Technology (Fintech) at the University of Exeter is designed to give you the perfect mix of finance know-how and cutting-edge tech skills, so you can shape the future of digital finance. It’s ideal if you enjoy numbers, coding, and solving real-world problems, and want to work on things like blockchain, financial modelling, and innovative digital services.

Curriculum Structure

One-Year Full-Time Program
Even though this is a one-year program, it’s carefully structured to take you from core concepts to hands-on practice. Early on, modules like Fundamentals of Financial Technology, Applied Econometrics 1, and Financial Modelling give you the essential skills in analysis, coding, and finance. Moving into the second term, you’ll deepen your expertise with Advanced Financial Technology and Banking and Financial Services, and have the option to explore Smart Contracts or International Banking and Fintech Law and Regulation. In the final term, the Hackathon Project lets you bring your skills together to solve real-world challenges, working as part of a team just like in a professional fintech environment.

Focus Areas

Digital finance and innovation, blockchain, financial modelling, coding for finance, banking systems, regulation, smart contracts, hands-on problem solving.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, you’ll confidently analyse financial systems, build tech-driven financial solutions, tackle complex problems with data and code, and collaborate effectively in teams — all skills that employers value highly in fintech.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

This program is part of the University of Exeter Business School, which has triple accreditation from AMBA, AACSB, and EQUIS, ensuring the highest global standards and strong recognition in finance and tech careers.

Reputation (Employability & Rankings)

Exeter is consistently ranked among the UK’s top 15 for Economics, with strong employer recognition and excellent career support, making this degree a great springboard into roles in fintech, consulting, banking, and digital innovation.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Exeter, the FinTech MSc isn’t just about lectures — it’s about rolling up your sleeves and putting your skills into action. You’ll get plenty of opportunities to work on real projects, use industry-standard tools, and collaborate with peers in ways that mirror the fast-paced world of digital finance. From hands-on hackathons to networking events and innovation hubs, you’ll gain experience that prepares you for a career in financial technology from day one:

Hackathon Project: In your final term, you’ll take part in the Hackathon Project, working in teams to create real financial technology solutions — a chance to put coding, analysis, and problem-solving skills into practice.
FinTech Society & Networking: Join the University of Exeter FinTech Society to attend workshops, talks, and events with industry guests, helping you stay ahead of trends and build connections.
Specialist Facilities: Learn in spaces like the Business School’s Xfi Building and Creative Quadrant (CQ), designed for collaborative work, innovation, and hands-on problem solving.
Finance & Economics Experimental Lab (FEELE): Access cutting-edge software and research-ready computers in the FEELE Lab, ideal for experiments, data analysis, and fintech projects.
Careers Support: The Business School’s dedicated Career Zone provides guidance, workshops, and employer events to help you translate your experience into internships and graduate roles.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Completing the MSc Financial Technology (Fintech) at Exeter opens the door to a variety of exciting careers where finance meets technology. Graduates often step into roles such as FinTech Analyst, Blockchain Consultant, Risk/RegTech Specialist, or Financial Data Specialist, working for innovative startups, global banks, tech companies, or consultancy firms. The program equips you with both technical and analytical skills, giving you the confidence to tackle real-world challenges and make an impact from day one:

Here’s how Exeter helps you succeed:

Tailored Careers Support: The Business School Career Zone provides workshops, one-to-one guidance, mock interviews, and employer events designed specifically for postgraduate students.
Connections with Employers: Platforms like Handshake link you with thousands of employers offering internships, placements, and graduate roles across finance, technology, and consulting.
Industrial Experience Option: If you choose the MSc with Industrial Experience pathway, you’ll spend an additional year gaining real-world experience, making professional connections, and applying your skills in a workplace setting.
Strong Employability Track Record: Exeter graduates are known for being highly skilled and work-ready, particularly in finance, tech, and business roles.
Global Accreditation Value: The Business School’s triple accreditation (AMBA, AACSB, EQUIS) is widely recognised by employers worldwide, giving your degree lasting credibility.

Further Academic Progression:
If you’re inspired to continue your studies, you could move on to research or doctoral programmes in fields like PhD Economics, Finance & Technology, Data Science, or interdisciplinary areas such as Cybersecurity and FinTech Policy. Exeter’s research centres, including the Finance and Economics Experimental Laboratory (FEELE), provide excellent support for building a research portfolio and preparing for academic or research-focused careers.