BSC QUANTITATIVE FINANCE

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Qualification
Bachelor Of Science Degree
CAO Points
465
CAO/MU Apply code
MH402
Award Type and NFQ level
UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE (8)
Study Mode
Full time
Closing Date
01 February 2027
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Overview

This programme offers a dynamic and challenging path for students aiming to pursue a career in financial markets. You will learn from leading experts across three different disciplines; Finance, Mathematics and Computer Science.

Students have the opportunity to put theory into practice during the work placement period, and experience the day-to-day life of a professional in the financial services industry.

You will graduate with strong skills in finance, mathematics, and computer science, preparing you for a career in financial services.

You will also develop strong problem-solving and analytical skills that open up a wide range of career opportunities, both within the financial sector and beyond.

Course structure

Duration: 4 years

First year

  • Finance (15 credits)
  • Computer Science (15 credits)
  • Mathematics and Statistics (15 credits)
  • Economics (15 credits)

Second year

  • Finance and Economics (15 compulsory credits)
  • Computer Studies (20 compulsory credits)
  • Mathematics and Statistics (15 compulsory credits)
  • Plus 10 optional credits from one of:
    • Finance
    • Economics
    • or Mathematics

Third year

  • Finance and Economics (10 credits)
  • Computer Studies (10 credits)
  • Mathematics (10 credits)
  • Work Placement (subject to availability), Study Abroad or Research Project (30 credits)

Final year

  • Finance and Economics (25 compulsory credits)
  • Computer Science (5 compulsory credits)
  • Mathematics and Statistics (10 compulsory credits)
  • Plus 20 optional credits from
    • Finance
    • Economics
    • Computer Studies
    • Mathematics
    • or Statistics

Disclaimer
The modules below are indicative of the content associated with this course of study.
The modules are subject to change as the curriculum is revised and reviewed annually.
Important: The information on this page is for prospective students, MU current students and staff should use Programme Directory.

Year 1

FN1QSM - Quantitative Finance

Credits: 60  |  Compulsory

Quantitative Finance modules

Module

Code

Credits

Semester

Compulsory

MT105A

7.5

1

Y

FN108

7.5

1

Y

FN107

7.5

2

Y

EC103

7.5

2

Y

CS181

7.5

1

Y

ST122

5

2

Y

MT112A

2.5

2

Y

EC101

7.5

1

Y

CS182

7.5

2

Y

Year 2

FN2QSM - Quantitative Finance

Credits: 60  |  Compulsory

Quantitative Finance modules

Module

Code

Credits

Semester

Compulsory

CS210

5

1

Y

CS211

5

2

Y

MT201A

5

1

Y

MT202A

5

2

N

FN205

5

1

Y

FN206

5

2

Y

ST201

5

1

N

CS285

5

1

Y

MT311S

5

1

N

FN212

5

2

Y

EC202A

5

2

N

EC201

5

1

N

MT204A

5

1

Y

MT212A

5

2

Y

EC211

5

2

N

CS240

5

2

Y

MT301C

5

2

N

Year 3

FN3QSM - Quantitative Finance

Credits: 60  |  Compulsory

Quantitative Finance modules

Module

Code

Credits

Semester

Compulsory

CS320

5

1

Y

EC306

5

1

Y

MT381

5

1

Y

FN305

5

1

Y

MT322S

5

1

Y

FN399T

30

2

N

FN358

30

2

N

FN354

30

2

N

FN356

30

2

N

FN359

30

2

N

FN350

30

2

N

FN357

30

2

N

FN353

30

2

N

FN351

30

2

N

FN360

30

2

N

FN352

30

2

N

FN355

30

2

N

CS353

5

1

Y

FN399S

30

2

Y

Year 4

FN4QSM - Quantitative Finance

Credits: 60  |  Compulsory

Quantitative Finance modules

Module

Code

Credits

Semester

Compulsory

EC302

5

2

N

EC301

5

1

N

EC309A

5

2

N

CS404

5

1

N

CS370

5

1

N

MT312S

5

2

N

FN307

5

1

Y

FN308

5

2

Y

EC319A

5

1

N

CS460

5

Year-Long

N

FN315

5

2

Y

FN310

5

1

Y

ST304

5

2

N

MT412C

5

2

N

EC333

5

2

N

ST303

5

1

Y

CS401

5

1

Y

MN304

5

1

N

CS385

5

1

N

CS417

5

2

N

ST301

5

1

Y

MT490R

5

2

N

ST404

5

2

N

MN360

5

2

N

FN316

5

2

Y

ST306

5

2

N

After Graduation

Our graduates work in the major financial centres of the world; New York, London, Hong Kong, Dublin, and many more.

The combination of financial, mathematical and computer science skills means you will graduate with strong numeracy and computational skills, coupled with an ability to think critically and analytically – well equipped to succeed and prosper in the fast-changing banking and financial sector, and in a wide range of professions.

Graduates are ideally positioned to pursue a career in:

  • investment banking
  • treasury management
  • corporate finance
  • financial engineering
  • fintech
  • wealth management

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate Applicants

Required to present: 2H5 & 4O6/H7, Irish, English & O1/H5 Mathematics.

DARE

Disability Access Route to Education (DARE) is an alternative entry route to third level education for school-leavers whose disability affected their second level education.

HEAR

The Higher Education Access Route (HEAR) is a pathway to third level education for school-leavers from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Contact the Access Office for more information on these access routes.

This table displays the requirements for Leaving Certificate applicants.

Entry requirements table

Subject

Required

Ordinary Level Grade

Higher Level Grade

Irish

Yes

O6

H7

English

Yes

O6

H7

Language

No

N/A

N/A

Mathematics

Yes

O1

H5

Science

No

N/A

N/A

* This course requires 3 additional subjects.

  1. EU / EFTA Applicants - Further information can be found by navigating to our EU/EFTA applicant information page.
  2. International Applicants - International (Non-EU) applicants for undergraduate programmes submit their application online via our online application portal. Applications open on 14th October 2026 and close on 1st July 2027. For further information, please navigate to our International applicant page.

Mature applicant information

Mature applicants are assessed separately to school-leavers. Mature applicants are 23 years or older by 1 January in the year of entry.

For part-time degrees the mature age is 21.

Visit our mature applicant information page - tab 3 on this page outlines application steps for this degree.

Mature applicants who have a disability

If you have a disability or specific learning difficulty (e.g. dyslexia) and require support for any required written exercise/interview/online video audition which may form part of your application assessment, you must complete an online request form and submit supporting documentation by 15 March 2027. Applications for alternative examination accommodation cannot be considered after this deadline.

Visit the Access Office for more information on available supports and required documentation.

Mature applicant deadline: 01 February 2027

How to apply

Apply online to the CAO (Central Applications Office)

The application process depends on the type of applicant you are.

Categories of applicant:

  • School-leavers (Leaving Certificate students)
  • Mature students (23 years or older by 1 January in the year of entry/21 years if part-time)
  • EU/EFTA/UK students
  • International students (outside the EU)
  • QQI (Further Education) students
  • Transferring students
  • Deferring students

Learn more about undergraduate applications and access routes.

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