Mathematics with Finance and Investment Banking

Expand your mathematical knowledge, gain practical experience, and help prepare yourself for a professional career on our BSc Mathematics with Finance and Investment Banking course.

Study a wide range of topics, from statistics to foreign exchange, and experience the thrill of live markets. This flexible degree will help you develop your skills, including how to code.

98% of our research is world-leading or internationally excellent, and 100% of our research impact has been classed as outstanding or very considerable (REF 2021, combining 4-star and 3-star submissions – Mathematical Sciences). Our world-leading research informs modules and includes areas such as:

- calculus

- analysis

- linear algebra

- differential equations

- numerical analysis.

The University of Reading is ranked in the top 25 in the UK for Accounting and Finance (23rd in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2024).

Finance and investment banking will make up the remaining third of your degree. Guided by the triple-accredited Henley Business School, you can access the latest investment management technology, including our three dealing rooms with Bloomberg and Thomsen Reuters Eikon terminals.

You will have the opportunity to manage the risk of a $50-100 million trading book, quote two-way prices, take positions, and immerse yourself in the financial industry.

For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/mathematics-ug/bsc-mathematics-with-finance-and-investment-banking