Course Overview
This masters in Quantitive Finance and Mathematics course from Heriot-Watt University 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. 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. Career: Students who graduate from the programme will have excellent employment prospects that are not restricted to any one narrow sector of financial services.