Finance and Financial Technology

Overview

Master finance and fintech skills to thrive in fast-evolving global markets.

Finance is one of the fastest adopters of emerging technologies. Combining finance studies with financial technology (fintech) equips you with a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving industry. On this course, you'll master the skills needed to navigate complex financial markets, apply fintech tools to real-world challenges, and adapt to technological change at pace.

You'll experience

• Top-level networking: connect with senior finance professionals across London
• Hands-on learning: work with live data and professional trading tools
• CFA-aligned curriculum: preparing you for industry certification and success
• Practical bootcamps: putting your learning into action with AmplifyMe
• A prime location: on the doorstep of London’s finance and fintech hubs
• Professional recognition: we’re accredited by the Chartered Management Institute and an official partner of the CQF Institute

Why Regent’s?

• An intimate campus in the heart of London’s royal Regent’s Park
• Unparalleled global connections, with exposure to leading industry professionals
• Industry placements for hands-on experience in real-world environments
• An innovative curriculum combining subject, elective and industry modules
• A global perspective with 130+ student nationalities on campus
• Small classes that champion tailored attention, support and guidance

Discover more about what makes Regent's special.

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What to expect

You'll learn to analyse fintech sector activities, explore the digital investment space (including crowdsourcing and crowd funding) and examine new technological developments that aim to make financial services more accessible, efficient, personal and secure – including AI, cryptocurrency, cognitive computing, big data and blockchain.

In our dedicated trading rooms, you’ll get to grips with specialist tools including LSEG Workspace Terminals and Datastream databases – learning to analyse new data and connectivity, evaluate technological intelligence, and manage risks and uncertainty.

You’ll practice your skills further on two immersive finance and trading bootcamps with our partner company, AmplifyMe, where you’ll have the chance to earn an additional Level 5 Diploma in Trading and Financial Markets.

Attending workshops and guest talks from experts who work for the likes of J.P. Morgan, Barclays, BlackRock and Goldman Sachs, you’ll expand your network and develop your understanding of the wider financial industry – from corporate finance to investments.

Finance underpins every economy, making it a truly global discipline. At Regent’s, you’ll collaborate with students from all around the world, gaining new cultural perspectives and building international friendships. 

You’ll graduate as a financial player with the skills to implement financial technology, improve financial services and work across international markets.

London-centric learning

London is the UK’s undisputed finance capital, and one of the world’s leading financial hubs. Here, you can engage with all aspects of the sector – with financial networks, banking organisations and high-net-worth clients all within easy reach.

• Explore world-famous finance districts, like the Square Mile and Canary Wharf
• Go on local field trips to fintech events and companies
• Attend major finance networking events and conferences
• Connect with fintech hubs, such as Silicon Roundabout (Shoreditch)
• Immerse yourself in a finance-focused culture
• Hear from industry professionals at the top of their fields, from banks, investment management companies, fintech start-ups and more

Additional qualifications

When you complete bootcamps with AmplifyMe, you’ll earn a Level 5 Diploma in Trading and Financial Markets as an additional professional qualification alongside your Master’s degree.

Regent’s is an official academic partner for CQF Institute, part of Fitch Learning, offering you the opportunity to earn a Certificate in Quantitative Finance.

This course is also accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), allowing you to register for a Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice. This can accelerate your professional development, helping you quickly become a Chartered Manager (CMgr). Registering with the CMI gives you access to a range of opportunities, including:

• Mentorship from a member of the CMI
• Activities accredited for Continuing Professional Development
• A variety of CMI events with networking opportunities
• Consultations with specialist advisers to develop your career
• A vast library of the latest research and thinking

Please note, this is an opt-in arrangement and isn't automatic. You’ll be invited to a seminar in your first few weeks providing more information and enabling you to register.

A tailored experience 

We put you in the driving seat, making sure you have access to all the support and opportunities you need. You’ll benefit from:

• Your own support officer: receive tailored advice and support when needed
• Academic guidance: benefit from regular one-to-one attention
• Flexible modules: personalise your course with a choice of elective modules
• Additional language classes: prepare for domestic and international opportunities

Download course specification.

How to apply

Applying to Regent's is quick and easy. We accept direct applications year-round and there's no application fee. If you haven't received your exam results, you can still apply and we'll issue you with a conditional offer. You just need be clear in your application which qualifications you're currently studying for.

Step 1: Apply

• On our website, details here

During the application process, you'll have the chance to upload supporting documents, including:

• A copy of your passport (photograph ID page)
• Academic transcripts and certificates from all previous studies
• A 500-700 word personal statement (view guidance)
• If you're not a native English speaker, proof of your English proficiency

Credit transfer

If you’ve already studied part of your degree elsewhere, you may be able to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and join your new course at an advanced entry point. To apply for RPL, you'll need to state this clearly in your application and provide us with the certificates, transcripts and module descriptions for your previous course.

Step 2: Receive a response

You can expect to receive a decision on your application within 10 working days. We'll assess whether you meet our entry requirements and will notify you of our decision via email. UCAS applicants will also receive official notification via the UCAS system.

For some of our courses, the selection process may include an interview or audition. They can take the form of a one-to-one interview, a group interview or a portfolio review, which may be conducted by telephone or online. Arrangements of these are made between you and the Admissions department.

Step 3: Accept your offer

If you wish to accept your offer, you must pay your (non-refundable) advance tuition fee deposit. This will confirm your place. Here's how.

Step 4: Register 

Closer to the start of term, our Admissions team will send instructions regarding your registration process. This will include information on completing your online enrolment before you arrive, as well as a checklist of documents you'll need to bring with you to campus.

Information for international students

If you're an overseas student, you'll likely require a visa to study in the UK. Here's how to apply.

Scholarships and funding

There are a wide variety of funding and scholarship opportunities to help you finance your studies. For more information, please visit our scholarships and funding page.

This course is eligible for the Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship for India, offering £8,000 off first-year tuition fees for a limited number of students joining Regent's from India in September 2026.

Fees

This course is eligible for the Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship for India, offering £8,000 off first-year tuition fees for a limited number of students joining Regent's from India in September 2026. Visit our scholarships and funding page for details about this and other scholarships available to all students.

Tuition fee: 

• September 2026 or January 2027 start: £28,750 per year, fixed for the duration of the course
• September 2027 or January 2028 start: fees are under review; applicants will be notified once confirmed

Non-refundable advance deposit:

September 2026 or January 2027 start:

• UK students: £1,500
• Non-UK students: £5,000

Read more about tuition fees.

When do I need to pay?

If you receive an offer for a course, you’ll receive a pro forma invoice. To accept your offer and secure your place, pay your deposit payment as soon as possible.

The remaining portion of your first year’s tuition fees will be due when you enrol. At this time, you’ll receive your invoice for the full year. You can choose to pay for the year in full before the start of your first academic year or in two instalments, spread out across the academic year. The dates of these instalments will be determined by when your course starts.

What do fees include?

Fees cover the cost of all tuition and access to the University’s IT infrastructure and library learning resources. Fees are presented for the first level of study which equates to two terms. 

What other costs should I budget for?

You will need to budget additional funds for accommodation and living expenses, travel, and any additional trips, visits, activities or courses that you choose to participate in outside of the tuition offered as part of your course.

The library holds a limited number of copies of core textbooks and where possible in e-format. You will be encouraged to purchase your own textbooks and will need to budget approximately £80-£100 per year, depending on your course.

How you'll learn

At Regent's, you’ll have the freedom to explore your interests in a supportive, collaborative environment with regular one-to-one contact with academics, industry experiences and some of the best networking opportunities you can get – helping you develop the skills and confidence you need to succeed.

Classes are designed to simulate a real-life experience of the financial industry, preparing you to jump straight in after you graduate.

You’ll learn through a blend of:

• Seminars, where you’ll delve into key financial topics
• Workshops, for learning practical skills and using specialist tools
• Guest talks in our Distinguished Speakers Programme
• Bootcamps and simulations, putting theory into practice
• Live briefs and consultancy work using real, current data from the LSEG
• Field trips, including local fintech company visits and a residential for team building and leadership skills at Coventry’s Pioneer Centre

Contact hours

You’ll have 14 hours per week of timetabled teaching. Outside your classes, you'll work on assignments both independently and collaboratively with classmates. This involves further reading, research and reflection, as well as preparation for workshops and assessments.

Teaching staff 

You'll be taught by financial leaders and research-active academics who are active members of professional bodies such as the CFA, ACCA and CMI. They bring real-world insights straight into the classroom, making sure you’re learning about the very latest industry developments. 

You'll also regularly meet with a personal tutor on a one-to-one basis, making sure you’re getting the most out of your course. Plus, our impressive calendar of guest lectures will inspire your work and introduce you to potential employers.

We’re accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), meaning we’re committed to making sure your teaching is of the highest quality.

Assessments

You’ll be assessed via projects, reports, plans, pitches, presentations and live and simulated briefs. It's important to us that your learning is inclusive, engaging and authentic – that’s why our assessment types are varied, dynamic and built around real-world ways of working.

Disability support

We welcome and support students with a wide range of disabilities and health concerns. Please speak to us as soon as possible, so we can provide the help you need. 

Academic requirements: Level 7

We're interested in your potential, as well as your prior achievements – and we review each application comprehensively on its own merit. You'll need one of the following qualifications:

• Minimum second class UK undergraduate degree
• Equivalent international qualifications, as deemed acceptable by Admissions & UK ENIC

Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning

We also welcome applications from students who don't meet our usual entry requirements. To be accepted for exceptional entry, you must:

• Have three years of work experience if you don't hold a degree

You'll need to provide us with:

• Your current CV
• A headed employment letter detailing your position and length of service
• A headed reference letter
• A personal statement outlining your experience and ambitions

This will be assessed on a case-by-case basis, by academic referral only.

For more guidance on international entry requirements, visit our international students page.

English language requirements 

Minimum English proficiency requirement through one of the following qualifications (or equivalent):

Please note, we do not accept home/online editions of English language tests.

We also offer our conditional offer holders a free, online diagnostic test known as Password Skills Plus. This must be booked in advance. Discover more.

*Qualification satisfies the English language requirements of the UKVI for non-UK/Irish nationals.

Careers

You'll graduate with the technical knowledge and professional network needed to succeed in the competitive and lucrative finance sector – ready to bring a fresh perspective to an established business, join alumni at prestigious companies, or even launch a venture of your own.

You’ll be equipped to work in all areas of finance, from commercial banking and fintech to sales and asset trading, to financial research and digital transformation. Our graduates work for leading firms including:

• Goldman Sachs
• Oakley Capital
• AFS Financial Management
• DenizBank
• Invesco
• EMEA

You'll also have a suite of transferable skills, giving you the flexibility to choose any career that aligns with your interests.

Graduate visa

After you've completed your course, you may be eligible to apply for a Graduate visa. This enables you to work, or look for work, in the UK for up 18 months years after you leave Regent's, without the pressure of having to secure a job immediately – applying your skills and advancing your career with valuable experiences and industry connections.

Careers support

Feeling overwhelmed about your career path? Our Careers team is here to provide tailored advice and support every step of the way, as well as lifelong access to invaluable resources.

• 24/7 access to online guidance and resources
• Exclusive internships, networking opportunities and industry events
• Personalised consultations – from interview and CV prep to business advice
• Access to Handshake, connecting you with 650k+ global employers