MSc International Finance and Development
at SOAS, London

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MSc International Finance and Development
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SOAS
Overview

One of the most famous programs at The School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London is MSc International Finance and Development at PG course with the duration of 12 months. Indian students applying for MSc International Finance and Development program must submit all the required documents as per university guidelines. Indian students must submit proof of English proficiency exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo. Indian students must apply as soon as possible, as the seats are limited. The School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London tuition fee for first-year is Pound 21,750 (INR 2,812,275). Furthermore, students must prepare themselves for crucial living cost, accommodation, hosted fee, book and more. The cost of living at The School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London is Pound 11,572 (INR 1,496,260).

Duration	12 months
Tuition & Fees	₹32.70 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree

MSc International Finance and Development

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MSc International Finance and Development
at
SOAS
Fees

Students interested in pursuing a MSc International Finance and Development from The School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London must fulfil the associated monetary requirements that come with the course. The fee structure includes the payment of the first-year tuition fee. Students must also plan for some other costs they may incur associated with living in UK such as rent, food, medical, travel & other expenditures. The overall estimated cost of living students can expect to incur is around Pound 11,572 (INR 1,496,260). The cost may vary as per the lifestyle being pursued by the students & some other fees that may be charged by The School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London over the duration of studies. The first year tuition fee for MSc International Finance and Development is around Pound 21,750 (INR 2,812,275). For a more detailed fee breakdown regarding the MSc International Finance and Development from The School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London, refer the table given below:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 32,70,352

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 14,55,558
Transportation	INR 1,13,204

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 Pound = INR 125.78276 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 4ᵗʰ September 2026

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MSc International Finance and Development
at
SOAS
Entry Requirements

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Applications with 2:2 (or international equivalent) or higher in Economics or a joint degree containing Economics PLUS work experience in financial markets and development

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Marks - 65/90
65 in writing and 60 in reading, listening and speaking

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Marks - 6.5/9
6.5 in writing and 6.0 in reading, listening and speaking

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MSc International Finance and Development
at
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Rankings

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#94	UK University The Complete University Guide, 2027
#122	University The Guardian, 2027
#214	Europe QS, 2026

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MSc International Finance and Development
at
SOAS
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2021)
Internship Available	Yes

The School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London
Students Ratings & Reviews

4/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

50% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Liberal

Easy going

Internships3.5

Part time work3.5

Post study jobs3

Quality of faculty4.8

Student Life4.8

Value for money4.3

Public transportation4.5

Safety4.3

Indian Food3.8

Permanent Immigration3.5

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MSc Development Economics - Batch of 2019

4.3

Review of masters experience in SOAS

Tips: There are many scholarships you can apply for when applying to the university. They specifically encourage this to try to cater to students from developing countries. I did not succeed in securing one; however, I did apply. Not really much of a cultural shift.

Likes (Indian Food): London has many good options across price ranges for Indian food but also food from most countries. Since it's such a large city, you really are able to find most options, including ingredients from, say, Bangladeshi, Indian, or Pakistani stores to cook yourself on a budget.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): The university does not actively provide placement opportunities post the completion of the program. Apart from some things like ODI fellowships. However, the environment encourages students to work together while finding opportunities, which works out pretty well.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1500

Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 40000

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026Read more

Raj Singh

MA in International Studies and Diplomacy - Batch of 2023

3.9

I would rate my College 6 out of 10

Tips: Settling here was not that difficult, and I transitioned smoothly. I availed an International Postgraduate Scholarship from the college. With regard to satisfaction, University needs to work on building common spaces more vibrant and friendly as there is a barrier since many students join from various faith and belief. More networking events should be organized by the Departments for the future professional pursuits of the students. London, as a city, is a good space for anyone who does land up here.

Likes (Quality of faculty): Most of the classes are designed well in advance with proper well-structured module and the faculty's pedagogy are really commendable. The tutorial after class is designed for the one-to-one interaction of students and professors which is super helpful to get your queries and concerns clear. This is the space where you may like to encounter different narratives of the same theory or question. In my department at least there are a good number of diverse professors whom I had a chance to interact with, nationality includes China, USA, Germany, India, Korea, England, Pakistan, Srilanka, etc.

Dislikes (Internships): There is no concentrated effort by the institution to the ample opportunities for the internship. There are above 5000 students and just around 40-50 internship opportunities are offered on campus. Colleges could put more effort to bring more internship opportunities outside campus with different organisations and Government agencies.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1294

Prepping time for classes32 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 27449

Reviewed on 11 May 2023Read more

Neha Saha

MSc International Finance and Development - Batch of 2023

4.1

My experience at SOAS, about inclusivity and intersectionality.

Tips: SOAS has one of the most diverse crowds of all the London university's. It is located in the heart of London, and fun activities and food are all part of university life. I study M.Sc. Development studies which is ranked 2nd all over, for a person who is academically inclined SOAS is the right choice to move forward.

Likes (Value for money): I think you cannot judge education on the basis of money. And if you think the money could be an obstacle to getting a better education, then you can always gain experience and get a scholarship later. As education doesn't come with a restriction on age. If you want to get better academic exposure SOAS is a great spot and it is highly acclaimed in the academic arena.

Dislikes (Indian Food): As this University is based in the UK, most of the diet is different. There are attempts made by the University to try and adapt diverse cuisine. Meats are usually Halal which is good as it caters to everyone. There is given importance to inclusivity which is all over UK.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1361

Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 9 Apr 2023Read more

Anonymous

MSc Politics and International Relations - Batch of 2027

3.6

Challenging but rewarding collage experience

Tips: The absolute first thing you need to realize before joining SOAS is that the workload is incredibly reading-heavy. You are given massive piles of texts every week, and because the teaching style is heavily independent and built around seminars, you cannot just coast through—you actually have to show up ready to debate and discuss the material. If your time-management skills are messy, the reading lists will swallow you whole, so you have to be proactive about hunting down help and jumping on opportunities the second they pop up. Outside of the classroom, you’re dealing with the reality of living in the middle of London, which is a total shock to the system if you aren't prepared. You seriously have to figure out how to juggle tough classes while living in a crazy expensive city like London without completely draining your bank account. If you don't learn how to handle your own money and map out your days right from the start, the stress of trying to keep up with both your social life and the massive workload will just wreck you.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 775

Prepping time for classes7 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026Read more

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MSc International Finance and Development
at
SOAS
Highlights

Students take five core modules in Macroeconomics, Statistical Research Techniques, Financial Systems and Economic Development, International Finance, Theory of Financial Institutions and Policy.
All students are required to complete the compulsory preliminary course in Mathematics and Statistics (including Computing) prior to commencing this programme. This course is taught over a three week period from the beginning of September
This programme combines political economy of international finance with development economics.
Students are given the choice of three options and they are required to write an 10,000 word dissertation on an approved topic relating to finance and development
All Masters programmes consist of 180 credits, made up of taught modules of 30 or 15 credits, taught over 10 or 20 weeks, and a dissertation of 60 credits. The programme structure shows which modules are compulsory and which optional.