Finance and Investment MSc (PGCert PGDip)

University of Brighton School of Business and Law

Full time September MSc, PGCert, PGDip Full-time 1 year / 2 years with placement

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About the course

Major events such as mergers and acquisitions affect society as a whole. As the global scenario moves toward economic improvement, recent trade agreements will open up new investors into markets and asset management companies.

Designed to evolve your decision-making capabilities and awareness of sustainable investment strategies, our Finance and Investment MSc will prepare you for a career in investment, trading, financial analysis, fund management, financial services or financial consultancy.

Full-time students also have the option to add work experience to their Masters through a year’s paid placement in industry.

Entry Requirements

Normally a 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject is required. Work experience is useful but not essential. Applicants with non-standard entry qualifications may be considered. If you are unsure whether you meet the entry requirements then please contact us.

Applicants who hold an HND or foundation degree equivalent can take our nine-month Business BSc top-up degree and then progress onto this masters degree.

English language requirements: IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element.

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Fees

Please see the university website for further information on fees for this course.

Where will I study?

University of Brighton

A postgraduate degree at Brighton will open doors if you’re looking to change or advance in your career. You’ll have the freedom to explore your interests and develop valuable industry connections. Study is flexible, from part-time courses to multiple intakes a year. You’ll have the option to take a break and exit with a PGCert or PGDip or take modules as standalone short courses. Brighton is a place like no other; rated one of the top five cities in the UK and 34th best city in the world (Time Out 50 Best Cities in the World 2025).