The MSc in Quantitative Finance (NUS-SJTU MQF) is a joint program offered by the National University of Singapore (NUS) and Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU). This program is designed to provide advanced training in quantitative finance, equipping students with the skills needed to analyze complex financial markets. While the degree is awarded by NUS, a significant portion of the program is delivered in Shanghai, requiring students to relocate there at their own expense for the duration of their studies. The curriculum is rigorous and demands a strong foundation in quantitative subjects.
TOEFL/IELTS scores are valid for 2 years. If no valid scores are submitted, candidates may be required to sit for the Diagnostic English Test (DET). An official certification letter from the institution confirming English as the medium of instruction may be accepted in lieu of TOEFL/IELTS.
An application fee of SGD$100 is non-refundable. Miscellaneous Student Fees (MSF) are levied by NUS and are compulsory, payable every semester in SGD. Health and insurance fees are excluded from MSF and must be arranged by the student. Fees are subject to change and are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Applicants need an Honours degree or a 4-year Bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline like mathematics, statistics, economics, finance, computer science, engineering, or physical sciences. A 3-year Bachelor's degree with 3-4 years of relevant financial industry experience may also be considered. An IELTS score of 6.0 or TOEFL score of 85 is required, or proof that English was the medium of instruction at your previous institution.
The total tuition fee for the 10-module program is CNY 260,000 for intakes from August 2023 onwards. The fee per course is CNY 26,000.
The program is designed to be completed within 1 to 2 years.
International applicants must apply online through the NUS Graduate Admission System. The application period is typically from 1 October to 15 March, and all required documents must be uploaded by the closing date.
Required documents include your passport information page, university transcripts, degree scroll or student status letter, valid TOEFL/IELTS score report (if applicable), and financial proof such as a bank statement, payslip, or sponsor's letter.