Overview
Fintech (the merging of finance, data and technology) is transforming financial services. New and emerging technologies such as big data analytics, blockchain, machine learning and AI, cloud computing and cryptocurrencies are transforming how business is conducted. This exciting masters will equip students for a career addressing global business needs for data science expertise particularly in the financial services industry.
Students will learn from some of the leading academic minds in this area as well as influential visiting speakers from the world of digital finance and technology. Our course blueprint covers the gamut of data research and analysis to practical programming and software development for financial services.
The MSc in Financial Data Science is suitable for graduates of engineering, computer science, mathematics, and business (with quantitative modules), with a talent for and interest in applying data science to problems particular to the realm of financial services.
Quick Facts
12 months
Full-Time Programme Duration
85%*
% Employed after 6 months
24 months*
Part-Time Programme Duration
End August 2025
Starting
Class Profile
Based on class of 2024/2025
40
Class size
24
Average Age
33%/67%
Female/Male
7
Nationalities
85%
International class %
The Smurfit Experience
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