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Masters (Coursework)

Sydney Campus

The Master of Applied Financial Technology and Blockchain is designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge for a career in applied finance, the financial services industry, and any commercial organisation embracing transformative digital technologies.

Entry Requirements
  • An Australian bachelor's degree (or equivalent qualification, including an overseas qualification); or
  • Completion of a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in a relevant field, or
  • Please refer to English Language Requirements

    Masters (Coursework)

    Perth
    The UWA Business School's Master of Applied Finance is your path to a global finance career.
    Entry Requirements
    Admission requirements

    If you're interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate course, find out the admission details below

    Admission Requirements
    (1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
    (a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and either:
    (b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
    or
    (c) at least two years professional experience in a relevant occupation; or
    (2) completed a Graduate Certificate in Finance or Graduate Certificate in Commerce at UWA.
    Admission Requirements
    (1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
    (a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and either:
    (b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
    or
    (c) at least two years professional experience in a relevant occupation; or
    (2) completed a Graduate Certificate in Finance or Graduate Certificate in Commerce at UWA.
    Ranking and Selection Process
    Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.
    Ranking and Selection Process

    Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.

    ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
    English competency

    English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

    Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

    ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
    English competency
    Duration
    2 - 1.5 years full-time
    Study Mode
    In person
    Graduate Satisfaction
    83.30%

    Masters (Coursework)

    Nathan
    The Master of Finance offers comprehensive preparation for those wishing to pursue or advance their career in the finance and investments industry.
    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible for admission to the Master of Finance, a student must:

    • hold any Bachelor degree (or higher) from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum GPA of 4.0 (using a 7.0 scale) OR
    • hold a Bachelor degree in finance (or equivalent) from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum GPA of 4.0 (using a 7.0 scale) - students will receive 40 credit points of advanced standing OR
    • hold any Bachelor degree from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum GPA of 4.0 AND have successfully passed the Level I examination for the Chartered Financial Analyst Program administered by the CFA Institute - students will receive 40 credit points of advanced standing.
    Duration
    2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
    Study Mode
    In person, Online
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $28,500 per year / $57,000 total
    International Tuition Fees
    $33,500 per year / $67,000 total
    Graduate Satisfaction
    87.60%
    Study Mode
    In person
    International Tuition Fees
    $37,480 per year

    Masters (Research)

    Perth
    Why research at Curtin Curtin is widely recognised for applied research firmly focused on solving real-world problems.
    Duration
    2 years full-time
    Study Mode
    In person, Online
    Graduate Satisfaction
    85.10%

    Masters (Coursework)

    Nathan
    The Master of Financial Technology offers a qualification that provides advanced studies in modern technology with knowledge of the global financial market. The finance industry is becoming more information and data-driven.
    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible for admission to the Master of Financial Technology, a student must:

    • hold any Bachelor degree (or higher) from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum GPA of 4.0 (using a 7.0 scale) OR
    • hold a Bachelor degree in Finance and/or Information Technology (or equivalent) from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum GPA of 4.0 (using a 7.0 scale) - students will receive 40 credit points of advanced standing OR
    • hold any Bachelor degree from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum GPA of 4.0 AND have successfully passed the Level I examination for the Chartered Financial Analyst Program administered by the CFA Institute - students will receive 40 credit points of advanced standing.
    Duration
    2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
    Study Mode
    In person, Online
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $28,500 per year / $57,000 total
    International Tuition Fees
    $33,500 per year / $67,000 total
    Graduate Satisfaction
    87.60%

    Masters (Coursework)

    Perth
    Actuaries and financial mathematicians apply mathematical models and numerical tools to practical applications, such as financial markets. They gather statistical data on the financial decisions that people make.
    Duration
    6 months full-time
    Study Mode
    In person, Online
    International Tuition Fees
    $31,704 total
    Graduate Satisfaction
    85.10%

    Masters (Coursework)

    Perth, Malaysia
    This course is designed to extend theoretical knowledge and associated techniques to a higher level. Students focus on one of the three areas, although coursework and research may be carried out in both areas.
    Duration
    2 years full-time
    Study Mode
    In person
    Graduate Satisfaction
    85.10%
    Intake Months
    Mar, Aug, Sep
    Study Mode
    In person
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $31,920 per year / $63,840 total
    International Tuition Fees
    $37,480 per year

    Masters (Coursework)

    Hawthorn
    Intake Months
    Mar, Aug
    Duration
    1.5 years full-time
    Study Mode
    In person
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $29,600 per year / $44,400 total
    International Tuition Fees
    $36,480 per year / $54,720 total

    Master of Finance overview

    The Master of Finance is a comprehensive degree, providing opportunities to study fund management, estate planning, derivatives, applied valuation, portfolio construction and more. Programs offered by RMIT or The University of Adelaide tend to contain a broad array of electives to choose from, allowing students to specialise depending on their personal and career goals. This makes them a great way of either pivoting into the field or augmenting prior knowledge.

    Employment options

    The career options mentioned here become far more viable after completing a Master of Finance. With improve knowledge of investment practice and financial markets comes increased opportunity to join companies like JPMorgan Chase or Goldman Sachs as an investment banker, provided graduates have the ambition to rise to this challenge. Financial planning for companies like Oak Financial Planning is also viable, providing the opportunity to help businesses and individuals make sound budgetary decisions.

    Scholarships and funding

    The Mark Christensen Memorial Scholarship is a fund dedicated to Master of Business (Applied Finance) students, providing partial funding for their efforts. It has two main requirements, namely a demonstrated 5.5 GPA attained throughout prior study in addition to undertaking an internship with the Queensland Treasury Corporation. The experience this provides makes it one of the best opportunities for master level finance students, but others are available.

    The IBISWorld Economics, Business and Finance Scholarship and 1800Approved Scholarship Grantare both excellent ways to gain partial funding. Their requirements are additionally more lax, merely requiring Australian citizenship.

    Prerequisites and selection process

    Where some institutions like The University of Adelaide only require a prior bachelor degree in any discipline, more competitive programs like those offered by Australian National University have stringent requirements, including but not limited to:

    • A bachelor degree in business, economics, finance or other business fields
    • A graduate certificate in finance
    • A 4.5 GPA minimum throughout prior postgraduate study
    • One year of university level mathematics study, comprised of calculus and algebra
    • Passing an English language exam

    Students are therefore advised to choose their institution wisely and check their applications against relevant admission criteria before applying.