Money, Banking and FinanceMSc

Designed for those with a background in this field, this programme is a gateway to a thriving global career in economics, banking, and finance. Our focus is to deliver contemporary insights and hands-on practices that align with the rapidly evolving landscape of this industry. You will gain access to cutting-edge practical knowledge and industry practices, ensuring you are fully prepared to hit the ground running.  

• Gain an edge with expertise in monetary economics, macroeconomy, responsible banking, and vital transferable skills
• Acquire hands-on experience through training, industry workshops, company visits, and a company-based dissertation
• Our programme places responsible business practices at its core, encouraging you to understand how to manage risks and opportunities tied to environmental, social and governance factors
• Study in Birmingham, the UK's Second City, renowned for its thriving financial sector and major financial institutions

• Taught modules – these include lectures, workshops and seminars
• Assessments - these will include exams, group and individual projects and presentations, reports, essays, videos, digital artefacts, and case studies
• Dissertation project - this provides students with the opportunity to read extensively and apply research skills to a chosen area related to money, banking and finance. Dissertations may be either empirical, library-based, or a case study.

The modules listed below are an indication only and may be subject to change. Occasionally, it may be necessary to make changes to modules, for example, to ensure they remain current and relevant.

As a research-intensive University, our teaching is informed by the latest academic thinking and expertise of our staff. For more information on the circumstances in which the University may need to make changes to modules, please refer to the Terms and Conditions for applicants.

2025/26 session

The following must be taken:

Students must choose two of the following optional modules:

English language requirements

If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification.

For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, which is equivalent to:

• TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 Listening, 22 Speaking and 21 in Writing
• Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic 67 with no less than 64 in all four skills
• Cambridge English: C1 Advanced - minimum overall score of 176, with no less than 169 in any component
• LanguageCert ESOL SELT (UKVI): B2 'Communicator' with no less than 33 in each skill

English Presessional Programmes

Improve your knowledge of spoken and written English in preparation for studying at Birmingham with our pre-sessional English courses. If you have a conditional offer, you can take one of these courses as an alternative to retaking IELTS or other similar qualifications.

We charge an annual tuition fee. Fees for 2025 entry are above.

The fees quoted are for one year only. For those studying courses that are longer than one year, tuition fees will also be payable in subsequent years of your programme.

Paying your tuition fees

Tuition fees can either be paid in full or by instalments. You can check whether you are eligible for UK or international fees with our admissions team.

Learn more about postgraduate tuition fees and funding.

Postgraduate Masters Loan

To help with the cost of studies, this loan is available to all UK students. You can use this loan towards fees, maintenance or other costs at your own discretion. It’s available for all full-time, part-time and distance learning Masters programmes, as long as you don’t already have a Masters qualification (or equivalent).If you’re a student from Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland, you can apply for Masters loans from your country’s government.

Scholarships

To help you afford your studies, we’ve put more than £33 million into student support and scholarships. We also offer a range of advice on searching for funding and managing your finances.

Birmingham Masters Scholarships

We want to welcome the brightest talent to our postgraduate community. That’s why our Birmingham Masters Scholarships award £3,000 to more than 300 students each year.

Our MSc Money, Banking and Finance programme is designed to boost your employability prospects, allowing you to gain a greater understanding of the methodologies and techniques used in various economics, banking, and finance careers, helping you get ahead of the competition.

You will develop valuable real-life experience in banking and finance by having access to industry-standard software such as Python, and dependent on which modules you choose, you could even have the opportunity to participate in trading simulations. You will also gain a number of transferable skills such as the importance of adaptability, resilience and personal effectiveness which will only further enhance your career prospects.

As a Birmingham Business School student, you will benefit from two award-winning Careers teams.

Careers Network is the University of Birmingham careers and employability team offering: career fairs, employer events with top firms across the UK, start-up and entrepreneurial activities, and support. Internships and bursaries are also available exclusively to University of Birmingham students.

BBS Careers is a dedicated service for Birmingham Business School students. The team provides guidance, support, and work experience opportunities, tailored to business school students, to help you succeed during and after university. We offer workshops, alumni and employer events, and 1-to-1 consultations. These will help you to develop your skills and learn how to submit high-quality internship and graduate applications.

Our bustling campus with its beautiful grounds, friendly community and excellent facilities will quickly make you feel at home. We offer you a huge variety of accommodation options in the UK’s second city, exciting activities to get involved in outside your studies, as well as all the support and advice you need.