Universities / Swansea University
MSc Mathematics and Computing for Finance (MSc MCF)
Trains mathematicians for finance and insurance using probability, stochastic processes and stochastic analysis for derivative pricing and risk quantification. Includes machine learning and actuarial-flavoured modules, with a 60-credit project.
What you’ll study
Core
- Financial Mathematics in Discrete Time
- Markov Processes and Applications
- Machine Learning
- Risk and Survival Models
- Mathematics and Computing for Finance Project
Electives
- Topology
- Cashflows and Interest Rates
- Dynamical Systems
- Assurance and Annuity
- Financial Mathematics in Continuous Time
Source: swansea.ac.uk ↗
Before you apply
- Background
- 2:2 honours degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering or Physics; other subjects assessed on mathematical content
- English
- IELTS 6.0 overall, minimum 5.5 per component
Source: swansea.ac.uk ↗
After graduation
- Employment
- 94% of graduates in employment, study and/or other activities (HESA 2026, based on 2023/24 Graduate Outcomes data); as published on the programme page
- Typical first roles
- Statistical analysis, Research and development, Actuarial profession
- Employers
- AXA, BA, Deutsche Bank, Shell Research, Health Authorities, Local Government
Source: swansea.ac.uk ↗
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Checked 6 November 2026 against the sources linked on this page. Fees, units and requirements change each year, so confirm them on the programme’s website before applying.
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