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Finance (Pathway to PhD) University of Exeter

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MRes On-Campus Full-time 2 years September find out find out

Course overview

  • The MRes in Finance (PhD pathway) is a two-year programme which allows you to specialise in finance and economics at the post-graduate level in preparation for progression to a PhD in Finance.
  • Gain PhD-level training in a range of topics such as econometrics, finance theory and research methods used in finance and economics to prepare you for further study or employment
  • You will receive instruction and guidance from our internationally respected academic staff who conduct and publish world-leading research
  • Opportunity to finish at the end of year one and two with a level seven Post Graduate Diploma in Economic Studies and Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Economics.
  • Fully funded scholarships are available for students who intend to progress onto a PhD in Finance at the University of Exeter

Entry requirements

A first-class honours degree in finance or closely related subject, or a Merit in a MA/MSc in finance or closely related subject, with evidence of excellent mathematical ability.

Students who apply for University of Exeter Business School funding are required to submit GRE/GMAT scores.

We do consider all applications where there is evidence of exceptional performance in modules relevant to the programme of study.

Pre-Masters programme for international students

The Graduate Diploma in Finance run by the INTO University of Exeter Centre is a pre-Masters programme designed to enhance your subject knowledge, study skills and English ability. Successful completion of the Diploma (subject to achieving the specific grades of entry) gives students from overseas the skills needed for acceptance onto this Masters programme.

Please also see our guidance on essential documentation required for an initial decision on taught programme applications.

Entry requirements for international students

Please visit our entry requirements section for equivalencies from your country and further information on English language requirements.

English language requirements

International students need to show they have the required level of English language to study this course. The required test scores for this course fall under Profile B2.

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