Master in Financial Risk Management Msc

The deadline to apply for the Nov 2027 intake is Aug 15, 2027, while tuition is International: £26,500 (£6,000 discount, see T&Cs link below).

Step into the FinTrU Trading Room at Queen’s Business School, where 26 Bloomberg terminals replicate the high-pressure environments of London and New York financial hubs. This immersive space is central to the MSc in Financial Risk Management, allowing you to bridge the gap between abstract market theory and real-world financial dynamics. The programme is specifically crafted for those who want to master the art of identifying, evaluating, and mitigating risk within complex, globalized financial institutions.

You will join a select group of students at a university recognized for its elite industry partnerships. We hold academic partnership status with the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP) and are part of the PRMIA Risk Accreditation Programme, which provides graduates with direct exemptions from Professional Risk Manager (PRM) Exam 1. Beyond the classroom, you have the unique opportunity to manage a real-money investment portfolio through the Queen’s Student Managed Fund, supported by industry heavyweights like the Davy Group and Citco.

Practical Excellence and Industry Integration

This degree is designed for ambitious professionals looking to move into corporate risk, compliance, or financial consultancy. By balancing advanced quantitative training—including Python-based financial modeling and data analytics—with strategic management theory, the programme ensures you are ready to navigate the volatile global landscape from day one.

Queen's University Belfast is a historic and research-led university located in the heart of Belfast, Northern Ireland. Founded as Queen's College Belfast in 1845 and established as an independent university in 1908, Queen's combines a long heritage with modern ambitions. The campus sits within a designated conservation area and serves a diverse community of around 24,915 students, including roughly 3,500 international students, creating a lively and inclusive environment for study and social life.

Academically, Queen's is a Russell Group member with strong disciplinary strengths and a clear focus on employability. The university hosts four flagship Global Research Institutes addressing Global Peace, Security and Justice; Cyber Security; Health Sciences; and Food Safety, offering students opportunities to engage with impactful research. Career-facing initiatives such as Degree Plus and targeted employer workshops enhance internships, placements and graduate prospects, while sustained investment in campus infrastructure has delivered new teaching facilities, a student centre and a cutting-edge clinical simulation centre for health-related programmes.

For international students, Belfast offers an affordable and welcoming city experience with rich cultural life and efficient transport links across the UK and Ireland. University support services help with arrival, visas and accommodation, and a variety of clubs, societies and volunteering options make it easy to build networks and gain practical experience. Queen's is a strong choice for students seeking rigorous teaching, active research opportunities and clear pathways into careers in the UK and beyond.