Mathematics and Finance BSc (Hons) at City University London

This course is for students who want a solid grounding in the mathematics discipline, while exploring topics related to finance and actuarial science to open up a huge choice of future career and study options. With an emphasis on applied mathematics, you will be trained in advanced mathematical techniques, economic theory and key financial topics.

As a result, this course will particularly suit those wanting to develop the ability to cast and solve real-world problems in a mathematical framework. The degree is also focused on helping you achieve your future ambitions by helping you to develop the highly valued problem-solving and communication skills needed by today’s employers.

Objectives

Want to acquire a core set of skills in mathematical science alongside the essentials for actuarial science? This course is a hybrid of mathematics and actuarial science, designed to help you develop a knowledge of mathematical methods and how to apply them to real-world problems. You will also gain knowledge of economic theory, both micro and macro, a wide range of finance topics, and the related statistical processes.

Modules are taught by specialists from City – from the Department of Mathematics, Cass Business School and the Department of Economics. As a result, the degree will provide you with a good starting point for a range of careers in the finance sector, especially in risk assessment, insurance and statistical finance. In addition, the degree will prepare you for a career in virtually every sector, where mathematical skills are highly sought after, including the public and industrial sectors, retail, education and research.

To further help you prepare for your future career, with our support, you will have the opportunity to find a paid one-year placement after your second year. Placements are paid up to £25,000 pro rata per year, with some organisations exceeding this.

Our BSc (Hons) Mathematics and Finance graduates are required for a range of different roles, with many securing careers in the financial sector. Some of our recent alumni have gone on to graduate roles at Aavrus, Barclays Bank, Geoben, HSBC, Inditex, KPMG, Mercedes Benz Financial Services, Regents Group, Standard Chartered Private Bank and Zope.