The MSc in Fintech equips current and future employees and managers within the Financial Sector, with the skills and knowledge needed for a career at the forefront of the disruption to the wealth/banking industries. The UK has the most developed finance sector in the world and sits at the epicentre of change. Financial intermediation accounts for a significant percentage of GDP, with the Fintech model that evolves in the UK likely to be blueprint adopted throughout the world. This opens the graduate from this programme to global opportunities. The defining features of this programme are that it combines two streams, which are required for modern finance: one financial knowledge/understanding and two, knowledge of technology to drive sector change and new product development. The programme is targeted to non-specialists either with a financial or with a technological background who wish to develop a career in financial technology.
The programme aims to provide:
- A thorough and contemporary knowledge of the financial and technological challenges and opportunities of a Fintech organisation and the ability to forward plan and manage risk.
- The development of key skills associated with employment in high performance organisations.
- Lifelong learning and employability skills to enable preparation for a future career in financial sector.
Assessment Methods
Based on assignments, exams, coursework/presentation.
Why Abertay University
Abertay University is top Scottish modern university in Scotland for student satisfaction in the national student survey (2023), which is the sector’s key measure on student satisfaction. The teaching quality at Abertay has been recognised by the Times and Sunday Times who named Abertay University the UK University of the Year for Teaching Quality in the 2021 Good University Guide. Abertay is nationally recognised by the Guardian University Guide (2024) in the top 3 for teaching satisfaction and in the UK top 10 for overall student satisfaction.
Graduation
Students who successfully complete the programme will be awarded the Master of Science Fintech by Abertay University, UK.
Graduation Outcomes
Graduates of the MSc in Fintech will be equipped with the combined expertise in finance and technology to lead innovation, product development, and transformation within the global financial sector. They will be prepared for diverse roles across banking, wealth management, and financial services, with the skills to navigate and drive change in a rapidly evolving industry.
- Introduction to Data Science
- Fintech and Disruption
- Advanced Financial Reporting and Analysis
- Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
- Research Methods
- Financial Management
- Masters Project
The average lecturer/student ratio is 1 : 100 (lecture)
The average lecturer/student ratio is 1 : 20 (tutorial)
Click here to download profiles of lecturers.
Duration & Intakes
| Blended | ||
| Duration | Commencement | Completion |
| 12 months (Full-Time) | ||
| February 2026 | February 2027 | |
| September 2026 | September 2027 | |
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Blended |
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| Duration | Commencement | Completion |
| 18 months (Part-Time) | February 2026 | August 2027 |
| September 2026 | March 2028 | |
Fees & Structure
| Structure | Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST) | Non-Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST) |
| Full-time | S$16,350 | S$700.00 - S$1,700.00 |
| Part-time |
Application fees: S$163.50
Note:
# All application fees are non-refundable.
# All fees quoted are inclusive of GST at the prevailing rate.
# Local: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance and fee protection scheme.
#Non-tuition fees for part-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop and fee protection scheme.
# International: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance, medical examination and administrative fee.
#Non-tuition fees for international students may vary.
#Non-tuition fees are non-refundable, refer to MDIS refund policy for more details.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must be of age 19 and above and possess one of the following entrance requirements:
An undergraduate business-related degree (2:2 or better), with a strong numeric background
OR
Mature Candidates 30 years and above with 8 years of relevant work experience
Note: All applications are subject to University's approval.
English Language Requirements
IELTS score of 6.0 (with no element below 5.5)
OR
MDIS Professional Certificate in English (PCIE)
OR
Pass the MDIS English Placement Test
OR
Equivalent
Financial Assistance Scheme
Student loans from the organisations listed below are available to Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents. Please contact the organisations directly to find out how you may benefit from their services.
Study Loans
| Organisation | Contact Number | Website |
| TCC Limited | +65 - 6319 3700 | http://www.tcc.org.sg |
| DBS Bank | 1800 111 1111 | http://www.dbs.com.sg |
| Maybank | 1800 629 2265 | http://www.maybank2u.com.sg |
0% INTEREST CREDIT CARD INSTALMENT PLANS
For All Programmes (Available in 6 or 12 months)
| Organisation | Contact Number | Website |
| Standard Chartered Bank | 1800 747 7000 | http://www.standardchartered.com.sg |
| Maybank | 1800 968 2265 | http://www.maybank.com.sg |
| UOB | 1800 226 6121 | http://www.uob.com.sg |
| OCBC | 1800 363 3333 | http://www.ocbc.com.sg |
| DBS | 1800 111 1111 | http://www.dbs.com |
| POSB | 1800 339 6666 | http://www.posb.com.sg |
Duration & Intakes
| Blended | ||
| Duration | Commencement | Completion |
| 12 months (Full-Time) | ||
| February 2026 | February 2027 | |
| September 2026 | September 2027 | |
|
Blended |
||
| Duration | Commencement | Completion |
| 18 months (Part-Time) | February 2026 | August 2027 |
| September 2026 | March 2028 | |
Fees & Structure
| Structure | Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST) | Non-Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST) |
| Full-time | S$18,530 | S$700.00 - S$1,700.00 |
| Part-time |
Application fees: S$490.50
Note:
# All application fees are non-refundable.
# All fees quoted are inclusive of GST at the prevailing rate.
# Local: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance and fee protection scheme.
#Non-tuition fees for part-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop and fee protection scheme.
# International: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance, medical examination and administrative fee.
#Non-tuition fees for international students may vary.
#Non-tuition fees are non-refundable, refer to MDIS refund policy for more details.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must be of age 19 and above and possess one of the following entrance requirements:
An undergraduate business-related degree (2:2 or better), with a strong numeric background
OR
Mature Candidates 30 years and above with 8 years of relevant work experience
Note: All applications are subject to University's approval.
English Language Requirements
IELTS score of 6.0 (with no element below 5.5)
OR
MDIS Professional Certificate in English (PCIE)
OR
Pass the MDIS English Placement Test
OR
Equivalent
Student Pass Application
International students are required to apply for a student pass if he/she wishes to study full-time in Singapore. Please click here for detailed information.
For any programme enquiries, please contact our friendly consultants:
Office: 6247 9111 (Mon - Fri) | Email: etc@mdis.edu.sg
Quick Information
Duration of Course
Full-time: 12 Months
Part-time: 18 months
Mode of Delivery
Blended
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MASTERS
Commencement Dates
Full-time Programme
February 2026
September 2026
Part-time Programme
February 2026
September 2026
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