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Statistics with Finance – (M.Sc.)
University of Kent, Canterbury Campus
Mathematics, Statistics and Actuarial Science
| Application Deadline: | as early as possible | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 5,256 - ≈ € 13,116 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Canterbury / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 60 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
Location of University of Kent, Canterbury Campus
This newly introduced programme trains students for careers using statistics in the financial services industry. You study the statistical modelling underpinning much modern financial engineering combined with a deep understanding of core statistical concepts. The course includes modelling of financial time series, risk and multivariate techniques.
You gain experience of analysing real data problems through practical classes and exercises. The course includes training in the computer language R.
You undertake a substantial project in the area of finance or financial econometrics, supervised by an experienced researcher. Some projects are focused on the analysis of a particular complex data sets while others are more concerned with generic methodology.
Contents
Programme structure
* Advanced Regression Modelling (15 credits)
* Bayesian Methods (15 credits)
* Modelling of Time-dependent Data and Financial Econometrics (15 credits)
* Practical Statistics and Computing (15 credits)
* Stochastic Processes and Insurance Risk (15 credits)
* Choice of two of the following: Analysis of Large Data Sets (15 credits); Mathematics of Financial Derivative (15 credits); Portfolio Theory and Asset Pricing (15 credits)
* Project at 12,000 words (60 credits)
Assessment
Assessment is through coursework and formal examinations.
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Register Now!Requirements
A minimum of 2.2 with a substantial amount of mathematics at university level. Prior experience of finance is not required.
English language requirements
IELTS
* 6.5 incl
* 6.0 reading
* 6.0 writing
* 5.5 listening
* 5.5 speaking
TOEFL internet-based
* 90 incl
* 22 reading
* 21 writing
* 21 listening
* 23 speaking
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade B (Score: 75) |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 90 |
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