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MSc Financial Technology (FinTech)

university-of-the-west-of-england · Bristol, United Kingdom · Master's (postgraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

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Level

Master's

Duration

1 year (full time)

Tuition / year

£18,000 (≈ ₹22 lakh)

Intakes

September

Course overview

MSc Financial Technology (FinTech) is a postgraduate (master's) course in finance & accounting at university-of-the-west-of-england in Bristol, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year (full time), with intakes in September.

university-of-the-west-of-england is a public institution, ranked 761–770 in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
Universityuniversity-of-the-west-of-england (Public)
LocationBristol, United Kingdom
CourseMSc Financial Technology (FinTech)
LevelMaster's (postgraduate)
Subject areaFinance & Accounting
Duration1 year (full time)
Tuition per year£18,000 (≈ ₹22 lakh)
IntakesSeptember
English requirementIELTS 6.5 (5.5 in each component)

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is £18,000 a year, about ₹22 lakh.

Living costs near the university

Living costs
CostIn GBPApprox. in rupees
Wallscourt Park, Frenchay: standard room£8,646.12 for a 42-week contract£206per week≈ ₹25,115
Wallscourt Park, Frenchay: twin space£6,052.20 for 42 weeks£144per week≈ ₹17,580
Student Village, Frenchay: en suite roomsStandard to superior en suite, 42 weeks£221–234per week≈ ₹26,991 – ₹28,505
Purdown View, Frenchay: 8-bed flat with shared bathroom42 weeks£210per week≈ ₹25,560
Purdown View and Kingfisher Court: studio42 weeks£292–301per week≈ ₹35,598 – ₹36,666

Living costs for the UK as a whole: £12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Eligibility

General entry requirements at university-of-the-west-of-england for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • Most master's courses ask for a UK 2:2 honours degree or equivalent.
  • For Indian degrees UWE uses the NOOSR sections: Section 1 universities need 48% for a three- or four-year degree (45% for a five-year degree); Section 2 needs 55% and Section 3 needs 60%.
  • Third-class degrees and HNDs are not accepted for most master's courses.
  • The full-time MBA asks for at least three years of management experience.
  • Some courses, such as MSc Data Science, ask for a personal statement through the postgraduate application form.

English requirements

For this course: IELTS 6.5 (5.5 in each component).

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
IELTS AcademicUndergraduate: usually 6.0 with 5.5 in each component. Postgraduate: usually 6.5 with 5.5 in each component (public health 6.0 in each).
PTE AcademicUndergraduate: 59 overall with 59 in each component. Postgraduate: 62 overall with 59 in each. Test-centre results only, not online tests.
TOEFL iBTUndergraduate: 4.0 overall with 3.5 in each section. Postgraduate: 4.5 overall with 4.0 in each (new score scale from January 2026).
Duolingo English TestUndergraduate: 105 overall with 100 in each subscore. Postgraduate: 120 overall with 105 in each.
Class XII English70% in English in Class XII from CBSE, CISCE, WBCHSE and several state boards (including Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka) can be accepted for most courses. UWE's pages set a recency rule, so confirm with admissions.

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Intakes

This course starts in: September.

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the UK

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for the UK, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • Valid passport
  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
  • Degree certificate and transcripts (for master's)
  • English test score, or Class XII English marks if you are using the Class XII route
  • Personal statement
  • References and CV where the course asks for them

Scholarships

  • International Student Scholarships

    Undergraduate and taught postgraduate

    Value: Up to £4,000 off tuition fees (first year only)

    International fee payers. No application needed: UWE considers course choice, academic record, personal statement and other factors, and contacts successful candidates after an offer is made.

    Official page
  • UWE Bristol Global Success Scholarship

    Undergraduate (full time)

    Value: Up to £9,000 over three years (£2,500 in year one, £3,000 in year two, £3,500 in year three)

    International fee payers holding an undergraduate offer. Eligible students are invited to apply; years two and three depend on taking part in set engagement activities.

    Official page
  • GREAT Scholarship 2027 (with the British Council)

    One-year taught postgraduate

    Value: £10,000 towards tuition fees

    Indian citizens (one award per eligible country: Egypt, India, Thailand) with an unconditional offer and a bachelor's degree equivalent to a first class. Apply by 2 May 2027.

    Official page
  • FutureAI Scholarship

    Postgraduate

    Value: Two awards of £4,000

    International postgraduate students with an interest in artificial intelligence.

    Official page
  • UWE Bristol Alumni Scholarship

    Taught postgraduate

    Value: 20% off tuition fees

    Graduates of a UWE Bristol degree (including at partner institutions) moving to a higher-level qualification. Some courses are excluded.

    Official page
All scholarships for the UK

About university-of-the-west-of-england

The University of the West of England, known as UWE Bristol, gained university status in 1992. Its roots go back to a merchant navigation school founded in Bristol in 1595, and it was Bristol Polytechnic from 1969. Today it has more than 38,000 students, which makes it one of the larger universities in the UK.

UWE is a practical, career-focused university. It is strong in engineering and aerospace, computing, architecture and the built environment, business, health and creative subjects. It runs the Bristol Robotics Laboratory with the University of Bristol, and many undergraduate degrees include an optional placement year. The university reports that 88% of its graduates were in work or further study 15 months after graduating (Graduate Outcomes 2023/24).

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FAQs

What is the fee for MSc Financial Technology (FinTech) at university-of-the-west-of-england?

The tuition for international students is £18,000 a year (about ₹22 lakh). Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is MSc Financial Technology (FinTech)?

The course takes 1 year (full time).

What English score do I need?

IELTS 6.5 (5.5 in each component). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: September. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

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