Course overview
MSc Financial Management is a postgraduate (master's) course in finance & accounting at robert-gordon-university in Aberdeen, United Kingdom. It takes 12 months, or 24 months with a placement, with intakes in September; January.
robert-gordon-university is a public institution, ranked 1001–1200 in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | robert-gordon-university (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Aberdeen, United Kingdom |
| Course | MSc Financial Management |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Finance & Accounting |
| Duration | 12 months, or 24 months with a placement |
| Tuition per year | £18,760 (≈ ₹22.9 lakh) |
| Intakes | September; January |
| English requirement | IELTS 6.5 (no component below 5.5) |
Interested in MSc Financial Management?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is £18,760 a year, about ₹22.9 lakh.
2026/27 fee; 2027/28 not yet published
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Woolmanhill single standard room (42 weeks)£4,583.46 in total | £109per week | ≈ ₹13,314 |
| Woolmanhill single en-suite room (42 weeks)£6,488.58 in total | £154per week | ≈ ₹18,848 |
| Garthdee Towers partial en-suite room (42 weeks)£5,971.14 in total | £142per week | ≈ ₹17,345 |
| Crathie Student Village or Ramsay Development en-suite (42 weeks)£7,961.52 in total | £190per week | ≈ ₹23,126 |
Living costs for the UK as a whole: £12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at robert-gordon-university for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- For courses asking for a 2:2: a second-class bachelor's degree or an overall average of 55% from a recognised institution.
- Universities of Mumbai, Delhi and Calcutta: minimum overall average of 50%.
- CBCS 10-point scale: GPA 6.0; 4-point scale: GPA 2.67.
- Students who do not meet direct entry can take a pre-master's programme at the International College at RGU.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 6.5 (no component below 5.5).
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Most master's: 6.5 with no component below 5.5 for business courses, or 6.0 with 5.5 in each for computing and engineering courses. Most bachelor's: 6.0 with 5.5 in each. |
| Other tests | RGU accepts equivalent tests; check its English Language Requirements page and the course page before applying. |
| Pre-sessional and pathway courses | The International College at RGU offers routes for students who do not meet the direct-entry English or academic requirement. |
Intakes
This course starts in: September; January.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the UKHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for the UK, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Degree certificate and transcripts (or Class 10 and 12 mark sheets for bachelor's)
- English test score
- Personal statement
- References where the course asks for them
Scholarships
GREAT Scholarship (RGU)
One-year postgraduate taught
Value: £10,000
Citizens of Egypt, India or Kenya taking a one-year master's at RGU. Successful students act as ambassadors for RGU and the GREAT programme. Deadline 1 June 2027.
Official pageRGU International Merit-based Scholarship for Master's Students
Full-time on-campus master's, September 2027
Value: £8,000 off postgraduate fees
Self-funded students from any country with the equivalent of a UK first-class honours degree. Deadline 1 June 2027.
Official pageVice-Chancellor's Undergraduate Scholarship
Undergraduate, September 2027
Value: Full first year's tuition fee
Students from any country starting in September 2027, selected on academic merit, community engagement and extra-curricular activities. Deadline 1 June 2027.
Official pageRGU Early Deposit Payment Discount
January 2027 intake
Value: £500
Self-funded international fee-paying students joining in January 2027 who pay their deposit by 13 November 2026. Added on top of any scholarship.
Official page
About robert-gordon-university
Robert Gordon University (RGU) is a professionally focused university in Aberdeen, north-east Scotland. It is named after Robert Gordon, an Aberdeen merchant whose bequest funded education in the city, and it includes Gray's School of Art, founded in 1885.
RGU is known for engineering linked to the energy industry (oil and gas, drilling, renewables), computing, business, health and architecture. Aberdeen is home to many energy companies, and RGU works with organisations such as BP, Wood Group, Accenture and Wipro on placements and projects.
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FAQs
What is the fee for MSc Financial Management at robert-gordon-university?
The tuition for international students is £18,760 a year (about ₹22.9 lakh). 2026/27 fee; 2027/28 not yet published. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is MSc Financial Management?
The course takes 12 months, or 24 months with a placement.
What English score do I need?
IELTS 6.5 (no component below 5.5). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September; January. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.