Financial Mathematics

Begin an exciting journey towards your future career with a degree in BSc Financial Mathematics. You’ll gain the core mathematical skills towards a career in finance, banking and insurance.

By studying this degree, you’ll receive a solid foundation in general mathematical theory and techniques, whilst also developing knowledge and skills that are essential for jobs in the finance industry.

You will develop an understanding of modern financial markets, institutions, investments and policies, with a focus on issues and topics relevant to the computational and market design side of contemporary finance, including:
- Complex systems

- Trading (in particular high-frequency trading)

- Fund management

- Analytics

The program is flexible, so in most cases you will have the option to switch between our mathematics courses if your interests change. You will also have the opportunity to complete a professional placement year or a year abroad after your second year.

During the summer months, you can complete paid work as a mathematician or statistician where you can gain valuable work experience and develop your professional skills. Our dedicated placements team can help you find a summer placement and provide support during your time there.

Another highlight is that you will be taught in Abacws, the new home for the School of Mathematics. This world-leading facility has been designed in collaboration with students and academic staff to create interdisciplinary, flexible and creative workspaces, with innovative teaching areas being a key feature, including a simulated Trading Room for financial mathematics.