The MSc Finance and Economics is designed to equip students with the specialist skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a career at a high level in the financial sector. In addition, the programme provides the necessary training to undertake research in the area of finance at a leading university. Study a Masters in Finance and Economics degree at the University of Southampton and work towards a successful career in the financial sectors across the world. Use your numeracy skills and strong economic focus, enhanced on this master’s degree, to improve your skills as a financial expert. Some modules are assessed by essays, others by exams and some by a mix of these methods. Exams are held at the end of each semester. A particular feature of the learning environment in the Economics Division is the research-led teaching. Academic staff research in areas of important contemporary significance and bring to their teaching modules their experience of working in the wider world.