Financial Mathematics, BSc (Hons), with industry placement

Embark on a rewarding career path with a BSc in Financial Mathematics, where you will acquire essential mathematical skills for roles in finance, banking, and insurance. This programme provides a strong grounding in mathematical theory and techniques, complemented by a professional placement year in your third year, offering paid work as a mathematician or statistician in the UK or Europe.You will explore modern financial markets, institutions, investments, and policies, with an emphasis on computational aspects such as complex systems, high-frequency trading, fund management, and analytics. The course is flexible, allowing most students to switch programmes after the first year. Supported throughout the placement process, you can gain experience with diverse organisations in finance, pharmaceuticals, and government. Successful completion of the placement may qualify you for the City and Guilds Senior Licentiateship Award, and you will study in state-of-the-art facilities at Cardiff University, including a simulated trading room.