Program Overview

MSc Finance and Risk

The MSc Finance and Risk provides a comprehensive understanding of the various facets of risk, risk management, and regulation.

Key Information

• Study mode: Home full-time students (12 months) Open, Overseas full-time students (12 months) Open
• Academic year: 2026/27
• Start date: Pre-sessional course begins in September 2026
• Location: Houghton Street, London
• Application deadline: None – rolling admissions

Overview

Introduction

The success of virtually all organisations depends crucially on their ability to operate in the face of various risks. Risk management is increasingly recognised as central to the success of the organisation.

Entry Requirements

• Undergraduate degree: Upper second class honours (2:1) degree or international equivalent in any discipline and good quantitative skills
• Quantitative skills: Successful applicants usually have a solid undergraduate background in one or more of the following areas: Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics and Accounting
• GRE/GMAT: GMAT or GRE is required for all applicants without a UK undergraduate degree (GMAT strongly preferred)
• Professional experience: Work experience (either through internships or full employment) is not a pre-requisite; however, applicants who have some professional experience should include this in their application, as it may strengthen their application
• English language: You may also have to provide evidence of your English proficiency, although you do not need to provide this at the time of your application to LSE

Programme Content

• Pre-sessional programme: The Department of Finance runs an extensive Professional Development Programme starting in early September
• Year 1: You'll take courses to the total value of four full units, including compulsory finance courses and optional courses offered by the Department of Finance and other departments

Why Study with Us

• Meet the department: The Department of Finance is one of the largest and most highly respected finance groups in the UK and Europe
• Why LSE: LSE is ranked the top place to study finance in the Good University Guide 2026

Your Application

• Overview: We welcome applications from all suitably qualified prospective students
• When to apply: Applications for this programme are considered on a rolling basis

Fees and Funding

• Home: £46,100 (Home student fee for 2026/27)
• Overseas: £46,100 (Overseas student fee for 2026/27)
• Fee status: At LSE, your tuition fees, and eligibility for any financial support, will depend on whether you’re classified as a home or overseas student
• Scholarships, bursaries and loans: We offer some needs-based awards for this programme, including the Graduate Support Scheme

Learning and Assessment

• How you learn: Teaching and learning, academic support
• How you're assessed: Formative work, summative work

Graduate Destinations

• Overview: Graduates of the department have excellent career prospects
• Career support: Departmental career support, Professional Development Programme, alumni network, City Speaker series, LSE Careers

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