A TAR UMT Bachelor of Finance graduate with a 3.95 CGPA narrows her choice between finance and investment, and business analytics options down to the University of Strathclyde’s MSc Investment and Finance for the January 2026 intake, with her scholarship raised from GBP 8,000 to GBP 12,000 and her UK student visa decided the next day on standard service, guided by Uni Enrol’s Rainie.
Kah Mun graduated from TAR UMT with Bachelor of Finance with a 3.95 CGPA and wants to pursue her postgraduate studies abroad. She has a goal to study in the UK, at a top-ranking university. To realise her goals, she found Uni Enrol, with Rainie as her dedicated education consultant.
Through Rainie’s initial conversation with her, she had not one, but five possible courses. In their conversation, Rainie asked about her personality traits and preferences. After understanding her a bit further, Rainie recommended the MSc Finance and Investment as a fit for Kah Mun. Rainie also gave her a few choices, which included the University of Dundee and University of Strathclyde, in which Kah Mun chose the latter.
“Rainie assisted me throughout the entire application process, from understanding my requirements and advising me on which programme would suit me best, to helping me shortlist universities that matched my goals and organising detailed information for me to compare.”
Kah Mun
Is Strathclyde Business School Good for Finance?
Yes, Strathclyde Business School, the faculty of the University of Strathclyde, is triple-accredited (AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA), and is the first business school in Scotland to achieve this accreditation in 2005. The University of Strathclyde also ranks in the Top 250 on the QS World University Rankings 2027.
Students at the Strathclyde Business School will also enjoy world class facilities and work with industrial leaders, like a Bloomberg Trading Simulation Laboratory, gain a Bloomberg Market Concepts certificate, attend a week-long AmplifyME trading boot camp, and free membership to the CQF Institute, where they are exposed to knowledge sharing by top Quants.
The MSc Finance of Investment course is also CIMA accredited, and is part of the CFA Institute University Program, which can already set graduates apart from their peers when they move on to their careers.
What Are the Entry Requirements for Strathclyde’s MSc Investment and Finance?
The minimum entry requirements for the University of Strathclyde’s MSc Investment and Finance course are:
- 2nd Class Honours degree (or overseas equivalent) in accounting, economics, business studies or a credited* subject
- IELTS 6.5 overall with no score below 5.5
*An education consultant can guide you on relevant credit transfers.
Kah Mun’s results of a 3.95 CGPA cleared the minimum grade requirements, and she scored an overall 7.0 in her IELTS examinations, making her eligible for entry for the course.
Is the January Intake Good for a UK Master’s?
Yes, if your course offers it. Many of the UK’s business and finance masters run a January intake alongside the September intake of the year. Kah Mun did not want a long wait time to study her Master’s, and the January intake was an ideal choice when it was recommended by Rainie.
If you are looking for less common intakes for a university in the UK, it is highly recommended to speak to an education consultant, like Rainie, who will have the information you need ready for you.
Does the University of Strathclyde Offer Scholarships for International Students?
Yes, there are scholarships such as the Strathclyde Business School’s 850 International Masters Scholarship, and the SBS Dean’s Excellence Awards For International Students. Her outstanding academic performance earned her the Strathclyde Business School’s 850 International Masters Scholarship, worth GBP8,000 when she received her offer letter.
To add to the good news, she was also offered the Strathclyde Business School Dean’s Excellence awards for International Students, Through Rainie’s advice, she confirmed her interest and it awarded her with a GBP12,000 scholarship!
“Even after I received my offer, Rainie continued to provide tremendous support, including assistance with accommodation arrangements and visa applications.”
Kah Mun
Can a UK Student Visa Be Approved the Next Day Without Priority Service?
Instances like these happen, but it is rare and it is highly recommended that you do not plan for it. GOV.UK’s standard target for a student visa applied outside of the UK is 3 weeks.
Uni Enrol, being a UCAS registered centre, is also in direct contact with universities of your interest, and can assist in ensuring your offer letters arrive on time for your visa application process to run smoothly.
Rainie’s advice to students planning to study abroad in the UK is to plan ahead when applying for your visa. Knowing when the peak periods of application is a huge factor in whether your visa will be processed within the average time period, or later.
Thanks to Rainie, Kah Mun was advised to prepare her documentation earlier, and submitted her UCAS and University Applications through Rainie’s advised timeline. She successfully received her visa the next day after her application was submitted!
Disclaimer: We would like to remind you that instances like this are rare, and you should always plan ahead and expect processing to be within the average processing time of 3 weeks.
Can Uni Enrol Really Help for UK Master’s Applications At No Cost?
Yes, and you can take Kah Mun’s word for it. Uni Enrol’s student services ensured that she did not need to pay for course advice, scholarship advice, accommodation help or visa support. Rainie gave all of that to Kah Mun at zero cost!
Application fees or deposits charged by universities are separate from the student services offered.
“Rainie patiently guided me through every step of the visa process, making what could have been a stressful experience much smoother and more manageable. I was genuinely surprised that all of these services were provided free of charge.”
Kah Mun
What Is Life Like as a Master’s Student in Glasgow?
The University of Strathclyde is in the heart of the city of Glasgow, blending urban landscapes with much of Scotland’s historical architecture. Where Kah Mun is pursuing her Master’s in Finance and Investment currently, the living costs is estimated to be under GBP1,100 inclusive of rent.
If you’re a Malaysian student with aspirations to pursue your postgraduate studies in the University of Strathclyde, or business and finance programmes elsewhere in the UK, our team can assist you in comparing offers, scholarships and visa timelines similar to how we did for Kah Mun!
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