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Quantitative Finance

MSc (NFQ Level 9)
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This course is available through the following application route(s)

Duration:
1 Year
Attendance:
Full Time
Delivery:
On Campus
NFQ Level:
9 (90 credits)
Level:
Graduate Taught
Award:
Master of Science
Next Intake:
September
Country Specific Entry Requirements:
Visit the UCD Global Undergraduate Entry Requirements webpage.
Other School Leaving Requirements:
See www.ucd.ie/admissions
Curricular information is subject to change.

Duration:
2 Years
Attendance:
Part-Time
Delivery:
On Campus
NFQ Level:
9 (90 credits)
Level:
Graduate Taught
Award:
Master of Science
Next Intake:
September
Country Specific Entry Requirements:
Visit the UCD Global Undergraduate Entry Requirements webpage.
Other School Leaving Requirements:
See www.ucd.ie/admissions
Curricular information is subject to change.

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This challenging programme offers a rigorous grounding in mathematical modelling methods and techniques for financial markets. It equips students with the computational, theoretical, and mathematical skills needed to price securities, hedge risk, and manage complex portfolios.

This Master's programme is delivered at our dedicated Graduate Business School campus, UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School, located in Blackrock, 4km from the main UCD Belfield Campus.

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About This Course

Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information.

Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.

Module Type Module   Trimester Credits
Stage 1 Core Modules
 FIN41660 Financial Econometrics Autumn  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 FIN42000 Financial Theory Autumn  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 FIN42020 Derivative Securities Autumn  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 FIN42030 Financial Analysis Autumn  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 FIN42050 Quant. Methods for Finance Autumn  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 FIN42350 Capital Markets Autumn  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 FIN40040 Numerical Methods Spring  7.5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 FIN40060 Advanced Derivative Securities Spring  7.5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 FIN40420 Fixed Income Securities Spring  7.5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 FIN41360 Portfolio & Risk Mgt Spring  7.5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 FIN40090 Advanced Statistical Computing Methods for Finance Summer  7.5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 FIN41930 Ethics in Financial Services Summer  7.5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Choose 2 x 7.5 ECTs options modules. If you would like to pursue Summer Internship (FIN42060) or Research Project (FIN42070), your Programme Manager will register you upon approval. Students will be able to register to Summer Trimester modules in March.
 FIN40490 Advanced Treasury Management/Financial Engineering Summer  7.5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Choose 2 x 7.5 ECTs options modules. If you would like to pursue Summer Internship (FIN42060) or Research Project (FIN42070), your Programme Manager will register you upon approval. Students will be able to register to Summer Trimester modules in March.
 FIN41480 Mergers & Acquisitions Summer  7.5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Choose 2 x 7.5 ECTs options modules. If you would like to pursue Summer Internship (FIN42060) or Research Project (FIN42070), your Programme Manager will register you upon approval. Students will be able to register to Summer Trimester modules in March.
 FIN41950 Financial Technology Summer  7.5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Choose 2 x 7.5 ECTs options modules. If you would like to pursue Summer Internship (FIN42060) or Research Project (FIN42070), your Programme Manager will register you upon approval. Students will be able to register to Summer Trimester modules in March.
 FIN42060 Summer Internship Summer  15
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Choose 2 x 7.5 ECTs options modules. If you would like to pursue Summer Internship (FIN42060) or Research Project (FIN42070), your Programme Manager will register you upon approval. Students will be able to register to Summer Trimester modules in March.
 FIN42070 Research Dissertation Summer  25
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Choose 2 x 7.5 ECTs options modules. If you would like to pursue Summer Internship (FIN42060) or Research Project (FIN42070), your Programme Manager will register you upon approval. Students will be able to register to Summer Trimester modules in March.
 FIN42210 Structured Finance Summer  7.5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Choose 2 x 7.5 ECTs options modules. If you would like to pursue Summer Internship (FIN42060) or Research Project (FIN42070), your Programme Manager will register you upon approval. Students will be able to register to Summer Trimester modules in March.
 FIN42340 Business Communications Summer  7.5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Choose 2 x 7.5 ECTs options modules. If you would like to pursue Summer Internship (FIN42060) or Research Project (FIN42070), your Programme Manager will register you upon approval. Students will be able to register to Summer Trimester modules in March.
 FIN42360 Private Equity&Startup Finance Summer  7.5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 1 of:
Choose 2 x 7.5 ECTs options modules. If you would like to pursue Summer Internship (FIN42060) or Research Project (FIN42070), your Programme Manager will register you upon approval. Students will be able to register to Summer Trimester modules in March.
 FIN42380 Climate Finance and Law Summer  7.5


 

MSc Quantitative Finance (B158) Full Time
EU          Year 1 - € 19990 ba
nonEU    Year 1 - € 28980 ba
EU/NONEU    Year 2 - € 2570 ba

MSc Quantitative Finance (B282) Part Time
EU          Year 1 - € 10230 ba
nonEU    Year 1 - € 14490 ba
EU          Year 2 - € 10230 ba
nonEU    Year 2 - € 14070 ba

ba"Continuation fees apply Where a student fails to complete their programme in the prescribed time a continuation fee will apply to modules carried in subsequent years."
***Fees are subject to change

You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme. Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page for further information. Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage.

Full Time option suitable for:

Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EU) applicants: Yes

Part Time option suitable for:

Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants: No


Non-EU students cannot typically study part-time in Ireland if they require a student visa, as student permission is granted for full-time courses on the Interim List of Eligible Programmes (ILEP). Non-EU students who are not residents of Ireland can apply for part-time courses that are 100% online, and in this case, a visa is not required.


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General application route(s) for Irish/UK/EU applicants* for International (non-EU) applicants* to Quantitative Finance:

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B158
Quantitative Finance
Master of Science

Full-Time
Commencing September 2026
Graduate Taught
UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School
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B282
Quantitative Finance
Master of Science

Part-Time
Commencing September 2026
Graduate Taught
UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School
Not available to International applicantsClosed
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B158
Quantitative Finance
Master of Science

Full-Time
Commencing September 2027
Graduate Taught
UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School
Opens 01 Oct 2026
showAudience-audienceEU showAudience-audienceInt
B282
Quantitative Finance
Master of Science

Part-Time
Commencing September 2027
Graduate Taught
UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School
Not available to International applicantsOpens 01 Oct 2026
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