Course summary

It's undeniable that FinTech has taken the financial industry by storm. The traditional world of banking and finance has been transformed with the emergence of new technology and the development of new, faster, cheaper and more efficient ways of conducting business. Shape the future of financial services with a degree in FinTech and Data Analytics.

This exciting course draws together knowledge of computer science with finance, building your computer literacy skills from the ground up. You’ll master industry standard software such as Python, R and MATLAB, whilst developing your understanding of the theoretical frameworks upon which FinTech and data analytics are based.

You will be introduced to blockchain technology, cloud computing systems and machine learning, and gain hands-on financial analysis experience in our state-of-the-art Bloomberg Financial Markets Suite, enhancing your professional and enterprise skills through learning with real-world experiences and simulations.

As well as a firm grounding in financial technology and data analytics, you’ll be able to study a wide variety of specialist modules, such as Big Data Management, Cryptocurrencies, Entrepreneurship and RegTech. With the City of London's global financial institutions on our doorstep, you’ll begin building your professional network from day one. You’ll also attend guest lectures from industry professionals, broadening your knowledge of contemporary issues faced by the financial services sector.

Between your second and third year of study, you'll also have the opportunity to spend a year in industry applying your knowledge in a real-work environment or gain international experience with a year studying abroad.

Top reasons to study with us 

• Access to one of the largest financial databases in our state-of-the-art Bloomberg virtual trading room
• Build your computer literacy skills whilst gaining the financial knowledge required for a career in the financial services industry
• Learn industry-standard software such as Python, R, MATLAB, blockchain databases and cloud computing systems
• Field trips to financial institutions: past finance students have taken a guided tour of the new Bloomberg HQ in London
• Be guided in setting up your own business with the support and knowledge of our expert teaching team
• Put theory into practice on a year-long work placement or gain international experience studying abroad
• Receive Bloomberg certification upon successful completion of the Financial Skills Development module in Year 1
• Free online subscription to The Financial Times
   

Course structure

This course will enable you to specialise in the areas of financial and business analytics where technology is being used to improve organisational and business practices. 

In each year of study, you will take a combination of core and option modules, covering specialisms such as Entrepreneurship in FinTech, Blockchain and Cloud Computing, and Big Data Management for Finance.

You will be taught through a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops and tutorials and will be encouraged to reflect on and further develop your skills and knowledge with the support of lecturers and personal tutors.

The following subjects are indicative of what you will study on this course.