Master of Quantitative Finance

Admissions information

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  This course is tailored for both aspiring and established quantitative finance professionals seeking to navigate the evolving financial landscape marked by accelerated financial innovation, the emergence of new risks, and major regulatory changes.

  Through this course, you will obtain core competencies in financial instruments, derivative securities, quantitative risk management, quantitative portfolio analysis and interest rate and credit risk modelling, underpinned by a strong foundation in probability theory, stochastic analysis, financial econometrics, and numerical and computational methods.

  Through a capstone project, you’ll apply your theoretical learning to an industry-relevant problem on financial valuation, risk management, portfolio optimisation and model implementation or validation. Learning occurs through a combination of current, industry-relevant subjects and hands-on experience, ensuring you stay abreast of market demands and gain the competencies needed for a cutting-edge career in quantitative finance.

  Upon completion, you will be well-equipped for a successful career in financial institutions, consulting, or government in roles such as quantitative analyst, data scientist, risk analyst, or investment analyst.

  Course content is comprised of nine subjects that have been specifically designed for this degree and that are frequently updated to keep pace with industry need.

  Students engage with the in-depth study of derivative securities, financial market instruments, probability theory, credit risk, market risk, and numerical and computational methods, among others. They also learn to apply their theoretical learning to industry-relevant assignments in areas such as risk management, valuation of financial instruments, hedging of risks and model implementation.

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  The course is normally completed in one year of full-time study or three years of part-time study.

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  To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

  Applicants must have one of the following:

  • Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in Mathematical Sciences, Physics and Astronomy, Civil Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Technology, Banking, Finance, Economic and Econometrics, or a related field of study

  OR

  • Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, with a strong mathematical background awarded at honours level

  Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

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  2025 Indicative tuition fees for government-supported domestic students

  This course offers a limited number of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). This means the Australian Government contributes to your education costs, and you pay the remaining tuition fees, known as the student contribution. If eligible, you can defer payment through HECS-HELP, or you can choose to pay your fees upfront each session.  

  CSP applications are reviewed continuously by the university and offered based on merit, so we recommend applying early to be considered. Learn more about applying for a CSP, eligibility and key dates.

  2025 Tuition Fees

  • Indicative first-year tuition fee: $4,627.00
  • Indicative Total tuition fee: $7,000.65

  Tuition fees are reviewed annually, with any new rates effective from the beginning of each calendar year. The total indicative tuition fee includes estimated annual increases over the duration of the course.

  Additional Costs 

  Your tuition fees do not include:

  • The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF), which supports student services and activities. If eligible, you can defer this fee using SA-HELP.
  • Textbooks, materials, and other course-related costs.
  • Any applicable payment processing fees (e.g., credit card surcharges). 

  Important Information 

  • Fees are shown in Australian Dollars (AUD).
  • The indicative tuition fees above are based on full-time study (1 year = 48 credit points).
  • Your actual fees depend on the year you enrol, your study load and the subjects you choose. Some subjects fall into different student contribution bands.
  • You can calculate your student contribution based on the amounts listed in the student contribution table.

  Alumni Advantage Program 

  As a UTS graduate, you can enjoy a 10% discount on your course fees. Just apply for the course you're interested in, and if you're accepted, the discount will automatically be applied to your enrolment invoice. Learn more about the Alumni Advantage Program. 

  If you have any questions about course fees, please feel free to make an enquiry.

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  Students may be granted a maximum of 24 credit points of recognition of prior learning.

• Articulation with UTS courses arrow_forward_ios

  This course is part of an articulated program comprising the Graduate Diploma in Quantitative Finance (C07132) and the Master of Quantitative Finance.