Master of Data Science in Quantitative Finance
Master of Data Science in Quantitative Finance
Major regulatory changes and the emergence of new types of financial risks mean that skilled quantitative finance professionals are more in demand than ever. The UTS postgraduate Quantitative Finance program is recognised in Australia and overseas as a leading qualification for aspiring and established quantitative finance professionals. Designed by industry…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Major regulatory changes and the emergence of new types of financial risks mean that skilled quantitative finance professionals are more in demand than ever. The UTS postgraduate Quantitative Finance program is recognised in Australia and overseas as a leading qualification for aspiring and established quantitative finance professionals.
Designed by industry experts and leading UTS academics, the Master of Data Science in Quantitative Finance combines subjects from the internationally acclaimed UTS Master of Quantitative Finance with specialist study in data science and statistical modelling. Students learn to tackle data problems on new scales and at increasing levels of complexity and emerge ready to deliver advanced analysis and modelling in portfolio optimisation, market and credit risk modelling.
Careers
Graduates are highly sought after by leading financial institutions, management consulting companies, energy and mining companies, regulatory bodies, government organisations and other organisations seeking advanced data science and quantitative finance expertise.
They can work as quantitative analysts, data scientists, data analysts, quantitative structurers, quantitative developers, forecasters, traders, financial engineers, market risk analysts, credit risk analysts, data engineers, data modellers and investment analysts.
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Sydney, located in Sydney, Australia, is a world-renowned institution that is ranked in the top 20 universities in the world (QS World University Rankings, 2024). Students come from all over the globe to study at undergraduate and postgraduate level. Students have the choice of selecting from Australia’s widest range of programmes and disciplines. Offering over 400 study areas to select from, the university has two subjects that are ranked in the top ten in the world, with an additional 30 disciplines ranked amongst the top 50 in the world (QS 2023 Subject Rankings). Career opportunities for students are enhanced through internships and work experience, as well as the option of studying abroad for part of their degree through one of the university’s overseas programmes.Â
