Course

Master of Financial Technology

Name: Master of Financial Technology
Price: 41000.00 AUD

Griffith University, Queensland · Brisbane · Brisbane City · Business, Commerce & Management

Masters Blended

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Key facts

University: Griffith University, Queensland
Campus: Brisbane City · South Bank
City: Brisbane, Queensland
Qualification: Masters
Delivery: Blended
Next start: 1 Mar 2027 · Trimester 1 2027
Annual tuition · 2026: AUD 41,000 (indicative)
Study area: Business, Commerce & Management

Start dates

Trimester 1 2027, 2027 Starts 1 March 2027 Brisbane City
Trimester 2 Brisbane City

English language requirements

IELTS Academic — 6.5 overall (no band below 6)
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows: A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0 OR an overall score of 79 in the internet-based (iBT) TOEFL with no sub-score less than 19 (applies to tests taken prior to 21 January 2026) OR an overall score of 4 in the internet-based (iBT) TOEFL with a minimum score of 4 in each of the listening, reading, and writing skills, and a minimum score of 3.5 in speaking skills (applies to tests taken on or after 21 January 2026) OR no score less than 3+ in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only) OR a minimum overall score of 176 (no score less than 169) on Cambridge C1 Advanced or Cambridge C2 Proficiency OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50 (applies to tests taken prior to 7 August 2025) OR an overall score of 55 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 47 (applies to tests taken on or after 7 August 2025) OR an overall score of 70 in the LanguageCert Academic OR an overall score of 59 in the Michigan English Test (MET) English test results must be no more than two years old. International students who successfully complete the Direct Entry Program (DEP) will satisfy the English Language requirements for this Griffith degree. The Direct Entry Program (DEP) is not available for Domestic students. Applicants should refer to the English language requirements section of the following University procedure for exceptions to these overall requirements: Admission Procedure If you do not meet the University's specified English language requirements, you may wish to contact the Griffith English Language Institute to increase your eligibility for entering a Griffith University program. This Institute offers a number of English language and other courses at both its Brisbane and Gold Coast branches. Griffith English Language Institute

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About this course

The Brisbane South (Nathan) offering of this program is scheduled to be delivered at the Treasury Building at our Brisbane City campus in 2027. If scheduled opening is delayed, courses may be delivered all or in part at our other Brisbane locations. As financial services become increasingly data-driven and digitally enabled, this masters degree builds your advanced technical, analytical and financial expertise, enabling you to succeed in fintech, banking, investment and beyond. Designed for graduates from finance and IT backgrounds, you'll build on your knowledge of financial markets and increase your skills in programming, data analytics and emerging technologies such as AI, blockchain and cybersecurity. Highlights of studying the Master of Financial Technology Build advanced capability in financial data analytics using Python, R Studio and Tableau. Further your expertise in cybersecurity and fintech applications including blockchain and AI. Strengthen your understanding of global financial markets, investments and risk management and apply analytical tools to financial decision-making and investment strategies. Learn to evaluate and manage financial risk using derivatives and portfolio management techniques. Eligible students may receive credit for recognised prior learning or professional experience, allowing you to complete your masters in as little as one year of full-time study. Bridge finance and technology in practice Through a combination of financial theory and hands-on technical learning, you'll develop the skills to analyse complex datasets, assess investment opportunities and deliver technology-driven financial solutions. You'll study fixed income, derivatives and portfolio management alongside practical training in programming, data visualisation and analytics tools, enabling you to translate theory into real financial insights while managing risk, compliance and emerging technology applications in fast-paced environments. Majors Data Analytics: Develop expertise in financial data analysis and emerging technologies. You'll learn to manage, analyse and visualise large datasets, apply AI techniques and explore blockchain applications in finance. This major prepares you to turn complex data into actionable insights that inform investment decisions, risk management and business strategy. Cyber Security: Build the technical and strategic skills to protect financial systems and data in the digital environment. You'll explore cyber security principles, digital investigations and governance frameworks while identifying vulnerabilities, managing threats and supporting secure financial operations in highly regulated industries.

Master of Financial Technology is a masters course at Griffith University, Queensland in Brisbane, Queensland. Published intakes include Trimester 1 2027, 2027, Trimester 2. Annual tuition is listed at AUD 41,000 for 2026 (indicative). The published English requirement is IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6).

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