Financial Mathematics, BSc (Hons), with industry placement

Why choose this courseProviding the ideal preparation for a career in finance, our course offers a broad range of modules across mathematics, statistics, economics and finance.It enables you to develop skills such as creative problem-solving and logical reasoning, which are in great demand in a wide range of sectors.Within Surrey’s Department of Mathematics, you’ll be taught in a vibrant, friendly and supportive community, where you’ll benefit from a personal tutor, small group teaching and a lively, research-active learning environment.What you will studyOur unique course is approximately one-third core statistics, one-third mathematics, and one-third economics and finance.You’ll study topics such as analysis of shares, equities, cash flows and interest rates, and the principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics, while gaining a strong foundation across the fundamentals of mathematics.In your third year, you can choose from a broad range of optional modules in topics such as derivatives markets, game theory, mathematical theory of data science and Bayesian statistics.Since our world-leading research directly informs our teaching, you’ll also learn from academics who are leading their way in their fields.Customise your courseThere are plenty of opportunities to expand your learning experience during your degree. You may decide to:Complete a Professional Training placement in industrySpend time studying at a university overseasGet involved in research through a summer internship within the Department of Mathematics.