Overview

Financial Technology (Hons) course at Ulster University gives you the opportunities to learn from local practitioners and visiting lecturers who will bring real-world experience to the classroom. The programme is delivered over an academic year part-time, through lectures, seminars, practicals and independent study. Classes, though, will typically take place on a Friday during the day. Some flexibility for completion of assessment may be necessary.

What will you learn

About the complex and fast-paced world of finance, and its impact on its users.

An understanding of the technology and innovation that aims to improve, and compete with, the traditional methods in financial services delivery.

Through developing professional skills and competencies required, a strong practical understanding of how theory informs professional practice.

Within the context of the financial services industry, to apply techniques in computer programming, business analysis, financial modelling, principles of investing and big data.

Career opportunities:

Big Data Analyst

Consultant

Cybersecurity Analyst

Financial Services Practitioner

Research and Analytical Roles

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Programming

Financial Mathematics and Statistics

Business Analysis

Database Systems

Financial Institutions and Markets

Financial Modelling

Business Analysis in Practice

Behavioural Sciences

Human Computer Interaction

Principles of Investing

FinTech and Disruptive Innovation

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

110

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80

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Belfast, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Financial Technology View 14 other Bachelors in Financial Technology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

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80

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Level requirement: BBC

RQF Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma / OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma: award profile DMM

Irish Leaving Certificate: 112 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level plus Mathematics at minimum H5 at Higher level or Grade O3 at Ordinary Level

Scottish Advanced Highers: Grades CCD

Scottish Highers: Grades BBCCC

Overall International Baccalaureate profile minimum 25 points (12 at higher level)

Higher Education:

Overall profile of 63% (120 credit Access Course) (NI Access Course)

GCSE pass at Grade C/4 or above in English Language, plus Mathematics with a minimum grade C*/5.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

17010 GBP / year

≈ 17010 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Living costs

Belfast

United Kingdom

561 - 887 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Programme Structure

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Duration

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Living costs

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