Shipping, Trade and Finance MSc

Entry requirements

  • A UK upper second-class degree or above, or the equivalent from an overseas institution
  • An ideal candidate would be a recent graduate with a background in finance, economics, or a related field who has an adequate level of numerical ability.
  • In addition, we encourage applications from other disciplines who can demonstrate a strong interest in the areas of shipping, commodities and finance. While quantitative skills are preferred, they are not a requirement.
  • Work experience is not a requirement of this course.
  • GMAT is not required for application but may be requested as a condition of offer at the discretion of the Admissions Panel.

Interview

Applicants selected by the Admissions Panel may be invited to an online interview. We will contact all selected applicants with full instructions after the Admissions Panel has made an initial assessment of your application.

We strongly advise you to provide us with your own personal email address when applying to avoid missing interview deadlines and any important information sent from the Admissions Team.

International qualifications

Below is a list of countries and regions, with information on the qualifications we accept for each.

English language requirements

If you have been studying in the UK for the last three years it is unlikely that you will have to take an English language test.

If you have studied in the UK at degree level for less than three years (e.g. 3+1, 2+1, 2+2, etc.) you will be required to provide the results of an approved English language test.

Full list of approved English language tests/qualifications and minimum requirements.