Quantitative Finance and Mathematics

Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
Heriot-Watt University

Course details

Course description

This masters in Quantitative Finance and Mathematics course introduces innovative modern mathematical techniques and financial modelling. It focuses on probability and stochastics, which are often not included in standard mathematics degrees. It’s been designed to include the practical and pragmatic aspects of mathematical finance – offering you relevant and modern skills relating to structured finance in demand in the UK and internationally. The aim is to understand, both quantitatively and qualitatively, the risks and uncertainty involved. And, the wide range of optional courses offers you the chance to tailor your learning experience to suit your interests.

Course length
This full-time Quantitative Finance masters course starts in mid September and lasts one year. The course can also be taken part-time over two years, or as a nine month Postgraduate Diploma.

Accreditation
We're proud to say our masters in Quantitative Finance and Mathematics exempts you from the examinations of the Professional Risk Managers International Association (PRMIA) Levels I and II – a world-renowned qualification. What’s more, you’ll have excellent employment prospects that will not be restricted to any one sector of financial services.

Subjects

  • Finance
  • Mathematics
  • Business studies
  • Science

Provided by

Heriot-Watt University

admissions@hw.ac.uk

0131 449 5111

Provider website

Riccarton

Edinburgh

EH14 4AS

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on our website.

Course options

Course details

Part time

1st Sep 2022 to 1st Jun 2024

Cost: Visit the provider's website for details.

Venue details

Edinburgh Campus

Riccarton

Edinburgh

EH14 4AS

Course details

Full time

1st Sep 2022 to 1st Jun 2023

Cost: Visit the provider's website for details.

Venue details

Edinburgh Campus

Riccarton

Edinburgh

EH14 4AS

Course details

Part time

1st Sep 2022 to 1st Sep 2024

Cost: Visit the provider's website for details.

Venue details

Edinburgh Campus

Riccarton

Edinburgh

EH14 4AS

Course details

Full time

1st Sep 2022 to 1st Sep 2023

Cost: Visit the provider's website for details.

Venue details

Edinburgh Campus

Riccarton

Edinburgh

EH14 4AS