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Operational Research and Finance MSc

University of Southampton

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University of Southampton

Course options

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Main Site - Highfield Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

Join the University of Southampton, ranked in the World Top 50 and Top 10 in the UK for Statistics and Operational Research (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2024).

This programme offers you a firm grounding in operational research and finance in preparation for careers in the financial sectors. You will develop an understanding of how operational research, statistical and optimisation techniques are applied to practical problems and gain many key workplace skills.

The summer project is a highlight and most involve working with an external organisation, with typical project sponsors including companies, charities and public services.

The breadth of experience offers an exciting and rewarding career in many financial organisations, enabling many Operational Research workers to progress to a career in general management. Moreover, the nature of the work brings an Operational Research and Finance graduate into early contact with senior management, and career advancement is typically rapid.

Assessment methods (Outcome qualification level): To include examinations, presentations, coursework assignments and a final dissertation.

Tuition fees

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£ 25,400per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    20th

  • Campus address

    University of Southampton, University Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom

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Southampton is proud of its inclusive international community, welcoming over 10,000 students from more than 130 countries.
Southampton is a truly global university. It has 350+ student-led clubs and societies, which provide great opportunities to build intercultural skills.
Specialist careers support and 400+ paid internships and work experience opportunities prepare international students for their future in the global job market.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Accounting & Finance

    20th out of 103 3

    26th out of 122 3

    19th out of 65 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    147 65%

    27th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    75.0 75%

    27th

    5

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.09 77%

    62nd

    27

  • Entry standards

    / Max 221
    147 66%

    34th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    78.0 78%

    30th

    9

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.00 75%

    85th

    18

  • Entry standards

    / Max 234
    166 71%

    26th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    79.0 79%

    42nd

    13

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.08 77%

    36th

    1

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