Completing the MSc. Computational Finance provided me with the skill set and knowledge necessary to confidently enter the employment market. The learning-by-doing nature of the course was a very important feature that helped me make a successful transition from academia into the working world. The course work was kept relevant and the material was continually updated to reflect the fast-changing dynamics of the financial market. The cutting edge facilities at the Kemmy Business School allowed us to perform real-time trading and risk analysis. This provided us with both an in-depth understanding of financial products and an up-to-date knowledge of financial "best practices", skills that I utilize to this day. I am currently working for First Derivatives as a Financial Engineer. My role has given me the opportunity to work on projects abroad (London, Tokyo, New York) and at home in the area of financial technology across some of the world’s leading financial institutions.

The MSc in Computational Finance is aimed at highly numerate graduates from Ireland and abroad with a background in a cognate discipline such as Economics and Finance and with a grade of 2:2 or higher in a Level 8 primary degree (National Qualifications Authority of Ireland). In addition, graduates from Mathematical Sciences (financial mathematics, actuarial finance, statistics and/or applied probability theory) or Engineering programmes are also welcome to apply for entry to the programme. Recognition of Prior Learning: applications from industry professionals with relevant prior experience in investment or credit institutions, and looking to up-skill in the area of quantitative finance and/or quantitative risk management, will also be considered. In the case of international students a candidate must demonstrate evidence of a high score on the mathematics component of the GMAT examination, or equivalent. In addition, a certified demonstrable achievement in a Standard English Language Competency Test will also be required. WHAT TO INCLUDE WITH YOUR APPLICATION: Qualification transcripts and certificates English language qualification if English is not your first language Certified English translations of your transcripts/certificates where the originals are in a language other than English. A copy of your birth certificate (long document)