Master of Science in Financial Economics
Explore financial markets, central banking, and innovative business models through a multidisciplinary approach combining finance, economics, and quantitative techniques.
Best for:Best for students with a strong background in economics, finance, or quantitative methods who are eager to specialise in financial markets, banking, or asset pricing with industry-relevant insights.
Overview
The Master of Science in Financial Economics at Maastricht University offers a unique, interdisciplinary programme blending finance, economics, and quantitative methods. This programme is designed for students passionate about financial markets, derivatives, interest rates, and the role of central banks. It provides specialised tracks in Asset Pricing, Banking, and Financial Analysis, with input from industry experts. The curriculum emphasises real-world applications and prepares graduates for careers in financial markets, research, and innovative business development. Students engage in hands-on learning, collaborating with professionals to tackle contemporary challenges in financial economics.
What you'll do
- Study and analyse financial markets, derivatives, interest rates, and inflation trends.
- Explore the role of central banks and their impact on financial stability.
- Develop innovative business models for the financial sector.
- Apply quantitative techniques to solve real-world financial problems.
- Collaborate with industry experts to gain practical insights into financial economics.
- Specialize in one of the tracks: Asset Pricing, Banking, or Financial Analysis.
- Engage in multidisciplinary research combining finance, economics, and quantitative methods.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Degree offered: Master of Science (MSc)
Language: English proficiency (no specific test score mentioned)
Instruction: English
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills
- Proficiency in economic theory and financial markets
- Basic knowledge of econometrics or statistical methods
- Ability to work with financial data and models
- Familiarity with financial software and tools
- Open to international applicants
- No specific nationality restrictions mentioned
Funding & terms
Programme and admissions
Admissions not verified
A catalogue listing does not mean applications are open or funding is guaranteed. Check the source for your intake.
- Intake
- Not confirmed by the source
- Duration
- Not confirmed by the source
- Teaching language
- Not confirmed by the source
- Taught / research mode
- Not confirmed by the source
- Study mode
- Not confirmed by the source
- Campus
- Not confirmed by the source
- Prerequisites
- Not confirmed by the source
- Application instructions
- Not confirmed by the source
- Tuition
- Not confirmed by the source
- Funding
- Not confirmed by the source
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-01
Applicants must submit their application through the official Maastricht University portal. Required documents typically include a CV, a motivation letter, academic transcripts, proof of English proficiency, and a portfolio or research proposal if applicable. Follow the instructions on the programme’s application page for detailed submission guidelines.
- CV
- Motivation letter
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of English proficiency
- Portfolio or research proposal (if applicable)
Contact
Create a free profile to unlock your personal match score, the full requirements, funding details and how to apply — in English or Persian.