Masters Degrees (Stochastic Calculus)

This MSc programme is run by Heriot-Watt University jointly with The University of Edinburgh. Upon graduation, you will receive a degree certificate bearing crests of both universities. Read more

The course provides you with a strong mathematical background with the skills necessary to apply your expertise to the solution of real finance problems. … Read more

Large investment banks such as HSBC and Barclays need people who can work on investment strategies and who can mathematically deduce how risky they are. Read more

Financial mathematics builds on the application of advanced concepts in modern probability theory to enable market professionals to tackle and systematically resolve a huge range of issues in the areas of pricing, hedging, risk management, and market regulation. Read more

Our Master’s degree in Risk Management is a one-year course, providing technically-minded graduates with an analytical study of risk management and financial engineering. Read more

A highly  technical programme  designed for candidates with strong mathematical skills Gain knowledge of  derivatives pricing … Read more

Our MSc in Pure Mathematics is offered full-time over one year and part-time over two years. This course provides training in different aspects of Pure Mathematics, equipping you with a range of mathematical skills in problem-solving, project work and presentation. Read more

The master of science in computational finance is designed for students interested in computational or quantitative finance careers in banking, finance, and a growing number of additional industries. Read more

The MSc in Mathematics is ideal if you want to build on your BSc, extend your knowledge through a wider spread of topics, and demonstrate your literature research skills with an extended dissertation. Read more

The MSc in Mathematics and Computing for Finance is designed to meet the demand for specially trained mathematicians in the world’s finance and insurance markets. Read more

Our MSc in Mathematics and Finance is designed to prepare you for a wide range of careers in quantitative finance and risk management. Read more

This is a new two-year MSc in Applied Mathematical Sciences. The first year (Stage 1) is a pre-masters year that will equip you with a solid, theoretical and practical foundation in applied mathematics (6 courses) and includes 2 courses in Research Preparation (English Study Skills). Read more

The department offers a flexible MS program addressing the needs of both full-time and part-time students preparing for professional positions or for doctoral programs in statistics and other quantitative fields. Read more

To successfully complete this course, you must have a very good understanding of mathematics. You may well have studied maths, physics or engineering degrees as an undergraduate. Read more

Our MSc Financial Mathematics covers the advanced mathematics that’s revolutionised finance since the early 1970's. If you’re passionate about mathematics and keen to build a career in finance, it could be the ideal choice. Read more