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Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Kiel
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Master of Science in Quantitative Finance

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About the Program

The MSc in Quantitative Finance enables you to deepen your understanding of financial markets. It provides a sound platform for a career in the finance sector. Courses cover the theory of financial markets, pricing in derivatives markets, corporate finance and the treatment of risk and uncertainty. To prepare you for a wide range of careers, we offer courses in the application of numerical methods as well as a structural introduction to the theory of practice of empirical work in finance. The programme consists of courses offered by the Departments of Economics, Business Administration, Statistics and Econometrics, and Mathematics. The aim of the programme is to provide graduates with a sound and comprehensive foundation in both quantitative finance and the theory of financial economics. We offer students access to recent research in specialised seminars. Students also choose additional elective courses from other areas of economics to broaden the scope of their education.
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The MSc in Quantitative Finance enables you to deepen your understanding of financial markets. It provides a sound platform for a career in the finance sector. Courses cover the theory of financial markets, pricing in derivatives markets, corporate finance and the treatment of risk and uncertainty. To prepare you for a wide range of careers, we offer courses in the application of numerical methods as well as a structural introduction to the theory of practice of empirical work in finance. The programme consists of courses offered by the Departments of Economics, Business Administration, Statistics and Econometrics, and Mathematics. The aim of the programme is to provide graduates with a sound and comprehensive foundation in both quantitative finance and the theory of financial economics. We offer students access to recent research in specialised seminars. Students also choose additional elective courses from other areas of economics to broaden the scope of their education.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Master of Science in Quantitative Finance at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Kiel

Is Master of Science in Quantitative Finance at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Kiel taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Master of Science in Quantitative Finance programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Master of Science in Quantitative Finance at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Kiel?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Master of Science in Quantitative Finance?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Kiel — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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