About International Finance - Msc in Edinburgh Napier University
Designed for students from a wide variety of non-financial disciplines and employment backgrounds, this course combines mathematical and communication skills to offer you a rounded approach to the world of international finance.
MSc International Finance will enhance your employability and open the doors to a global career. You'll be eligible for graduate level positions in areas such as banking, insurance and finance.
Course details
Whether you are looking for a role in the provision and management of financial services or planning to undertake research in the area, this course will equip you with the appropriate theoretical and practical learning.
As well as communication and presentation skills, vital in this complex industry, you’ll gain knowledge of accounting practices, statistics, financial management, banking and insurance, plus a thorough overview of the international financial environment.
You’ll graduate with the technical and informational analysis skills you need to create a rewarding career in the industry and the means to apply your knowledge of research methods.
How you’ll be taught
This is a full-time course and you will learn by a variety of teaching methods including lectures, tutorials and independent study.
This is a full-time course and is split up into three trimesters. You can choose to start in either January or September.
Duration:
- September starts: 12 months
- January starts: 18 months with a three-month break over the summer (after the first taught trimester)
The entry requirement for this course is a Bachelor (Honours) Degree at a 2:2 or above.
Holders of UK degrees in Finance will not be admitted to this course.
We may also consider lesser qualifications if you have sufficient professional work experience within the industry.
IELTS (Academic)
6.0 overall, with no component below 5.5
TOEFL Internet Based Test
80 overall with a minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing
Pearson’s Test of Academic English
56 overall with a minimum of 51 in each component
Edinburgh Napier University Highlights
Type of university |
Public |
Location |
United Kingdom |
Mode of Payment |
Direct payment, cash by post, Western Union, credit or debit card, or ePay. |
Accreditation |
The Engineering Accreditation Board (EAB) or other recognized bodies |
FAFSA Code |
G34184 |
Student population |
19,500 |
Housing capacity |
1,240 students |
The average cost of attendance |
28,000-30,000 GBP |
Edinburgh Napier University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
The table below shows the estimated cost of living in UK while attending the institute. The cost is presented annually and may vary according to the needs of individuals.
Item |
Amount per annum in GBP |
Tuition fees |
15,522-17,472 |
Accommodation, Food, Transportation, Books and Supplies, Insurance, etc. |
12,600 |
Total |
28,122-30,072 |
Edinburgh Napier University Application process
Application fee:
- Undergraduate: 13 GBP to 24 GBP
- Graduate: Not available
Supporting documents:
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- References
- English proficiency proof
- Personal statement
- CV or resume
- Interview or portfolio (if required)
- Copy of passport/visa
- Copy of CAS (if applicable)
Academic requirements:
- Undergraduate: Overall of 60% in Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) or higher in the Intermediate (10+2) (XII Standard) or the international United Kingdom equivalent.
- Graduate: Bachelor degree or its equivalent
English Proficiency Test Scores
For taught undergraduate and graduate programs, any one of the following test scores are required:
Accepted tests |
Minimum required scores |
IELTS (Academic) |
Overall, of 6.0 with no element lower than 5.5 |
TOEFL iBT |
Overall, of 80 with a minimum of 17 in listening, 20 in speaking, 18 in reading, and 17 in writing |
Pearson’s Test of Academic English |
Overall, of 56 with a minimum of 51 in each element |
Cambridge C2 Proficiency (or Cambridge English Proficiency (CPE)) |
Overall, of 169 with a minimum of 162 in each element |
Cambridge B2 First (or Cambridge English First (FCE)) |
Overall, of 169 with a minimum of 162 in each element |
Cambridge C1 Advanced (or Cambridge English Advanced (CAE)) |
Overall, of 169 with a minimum of 162 in each element |
Trinity Integrated Skills Test (ISE) |
ISEII, ISEIII, ISEIV with a pass in each element |
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, other tests that are accepted by the university include TOEFL ‘At Home’ Test (same scores as of TOEFL iBT), IELTS Indicator (same scores as of TOEFL iBT), online Edinburgh Napier English Language Courses, Duolingo, and IELTS Academic tests taken more than two years but less than four years will be considered with the use of English language in work or education during that period playing a big role.
Duolingo test and its IELTS equivalent is shown below
IELTS score |
Duolingo equivalent |
6.0 with no subsection lower than 5.5 |
95-105 |
6.5 with no subsection lower than 6.0 |
105-115 |
7.0 with no subsection lower than 6.5 |
115-125 |
7.5 with no subsection lower than 7.0 |
125-135 |