University of New South Wales

Graduate Certificate in Financial Technology

  • Delivery: Online
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 8 months
  • Course Type: Graduate Certificate

Develop the knowledge to understand how technology is transforming financial services through a graduate certificate that builds practical capability across today's evolving FinTech landscape.

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Course overview

As technology continues to reshape the financial services sector, the Graduate Certificate in Financial Technology prepares professionals to build the knowledge needed to understand this rapidly evolving landscape. Combining finance with emerging technologies, the program provides a foundation for those looking to develop capability in one of the fastest-changing areas of the industry.

As financial services continue to evolve through technological innovation, you'll develop the ability to understand how emerging technologies influence financial products, services and business models. You'll strengthen your capability to evaluate digital solutions, interpret industry trends and contribute to innovation within a rapidly changing financial services environment.

Completed part-time over eight months, the program is delivered 100% online, allowing you to balance postgraduate study with professional commitments. As the first step in UNSW's Financial Technology qualification pathway, it provides a direct progression into the Graduate Diploma and Master of Financial Technology for those wishing to continue building advanced expertise.

Key facts

Delivery
Online
Course Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
8 months (Part time)
Price Per Unit
From $5,125
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The estimated fee is determined by individual units of study and the year the course was commenced.
Intake
24th August, 2026
19th October, 2026
11th January, 2027
8th March, 2027
3rd May, 2027
28th June, 2027
23rd August, 2027
18th October, 2027
Units
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You may be required to complete 0 credit point units throughout your course. The university will confirm this as part of your enrolment.

The unit total reflects the number of units required for course completion, not the total credit point weight. Some units may be double- or triple-weighted, so the number of units you complete may be lower.
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Fees
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FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
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What you will study

To earn the Graduate Certificate in Financial Technology, you must successfully complete four courses from the following. 

Select three core units plus one elective unit OR four core units.

Core units

  • FinTech Ecosystem and Industry Insights
  • Decentralised Finance
  • RegTech Applications for Banking and Finance
  • Tech Disruption in Payments and Transfers
  • Tech Disruption in Funding and Lending
  • InsurTech Applications
  • Technical Tools for FinTech
  • Robo-Advice
  • Managing a FinTech Startup

Elective units

  • Managing People, Analytics and Change
  • Data and Ethics
  • Principles of Programming
  • Foundations of Data Science
  • Ethics and Professional Standards
  • Derivatives
  • Fixed Income
  • Equity Valuation
  • Private Equity and Venture Capital
  • International Finance
  • Corporate Finance
  • Portfolio Management
  • Financial Modelling
  • Analytics and Business
  • Introductory Data Analysis
  • Managing with Digital Technology
  • Financial Management
  • Database Management

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

To be eligible for the Graduate Certificate in Financial Technology, you must have one of the following:

  • A recognised bachelor's degree (in any discipline).
  • Five years of relevant work experience in a commercial or public service organisation related to banking, finance or technology.

Articulation pathways exist to the Graduate Diploma and Masters program if the student completes this program with a minimum WAM of 65.

English language requirements

You may need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency to study at UNSW, depending on your educational background and citizenship. UNSW requires a minimum level of English language competency for enrolment. English language skills are essential for webinar comprehension and the completion of coursework, assignments and examinations.

If English is not your first language, you will need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you will be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:

  • English language tests and university English courses.
  • Prior study in the medium of English.
  • Other qualifications.
  • English waivers.

Recognition of Prior Learning

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help reduce the number of units you need to study to finish your course. Contact the university for more information.

Outcomes

Career outcomes

  • Blockchain Developer
  • Financial Services App Developer
  • Cryptocurrency Trader
  • RegTech Compliance Specialist
  • Digital Payments Consultant
  • Digital Banking Associate

Fees and FEE-HELP

Indicative annual fee in 2026: $20,500  (Full-fee paying place)

Indicative annual fees are based on your first year of study.

A student’s annual fee may vary by:

  • The number of units studied.
  • Choice of units.
  • Credit from previous study or work experience.
  • Eligibility for government-funded loans.

Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.