Mathematics with Finance and Investment Banking, BSc (Hons)

Enhance your mathematical expertise and practical skills through our BSc in Mathematics with Finance and Investment Banking, designed to prepare you for a successful career. Covering topics from statistics and foreign exchange to live market dynamics, this adaptable programme develops abilities in coding and more. Supported by world-leading research—98% rated internationally excellent and 100% impactful (REF 2021)—in areas like calculus, analysis, and linear algebra, the course benefits from the University of Reading's top-25 UK ranking in Accounting and Finance (The Times and Sunday Times Guide, 2024). The finance component, guided by triple-accredited Henley Business School, provides access to advanced tools like Bloomberg terminals, allowing you to manage a $50-100 million trading book and engage deeply in the financial sector.Sample modules include Calculus, Linear Algebra, Financial Modelling, Trends in Finance, Private Equity and Venture Capital, and Fintech and Cryptocurrencies, subject to final approval for 2025/26. Note that availability may vary, and updated details will be available on our website by summer 2024. Visit the programme page for more information.

The following modules have been approved in principle for delivery in 2025/26. Please note that as part of our current curriculum improvement process, all modules require final University approval and may be subject to change. Please check our website for more details about the course structure. Sample modules for this course include:

• Calculus

• Linear Algebra

• Financial Modelling

• Trends in Finance

• Private Equity and Venture Capital

• Fintech and Cryptocurrencies.

The University cannot guarantee that all optional modules will be available to all students who may wish to take them. Further information about the content of final approved modules will be available in the summer of 2024. We suggest that you regularly revisit our course page during this time to ensure you have the most up-to-date information regarding the modules offered on this programme.