BSc Mathematics and Economics at London School of Economics and Political Science

Programme overview

Dream of a career where you can apply your maths skills to solve real-world economic problems? Mathematics and economics are inextricably linked in modern society. This BSc Mathematics and Economics allows you to study both topics in depth – dedicating roughly the same amount of time to each subject.

Department: Department of Mathematics | Duration: Three years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: 27 September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Your study time for this degree will be divided equally between mathematics and economics. You'll study 12 units over three years, plus LSE100. Compulsory and core courses include Microeconomics I, Macroeconomics I, Mathematical Methods, Elementary Statistical Theory, Mathematical Proof and Analysis, Abstract Mathematics and Algorithms, The LSE Course, Microeconomics II, Macroeconomics II, Further Mathematical Methods (Calculus).

Career pathways

Recent graduates have gone on to work in the areas of corporate finance, accountancy, management, and banking. Many have pursued graduate study in areas related to mathematics, economics, or both.

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Entry requirements

GCSE: For GCSEs, you’ll need several GCSE grades at A (or 7) and A* (or 8-9). As a minimum, we ask for GCSE English Language and Mathematics grades at B (6) or higher. A-levels: A*AA, with an A* in Mathematics Where it's offered by your school or college, AS- or A-level Further Mathematics is expected to be taken and a grade A achieved. A-level contextual offer: A*AB with an A* in Mathematics Where it's offered by your school or college, AS- or A-level Further Mathematics is expected to be taken and a grade A achieved. IB Diploma: 39 points overall, including 766 in higher level subjects, with 7 in Mathematics: analysis and approaches. IB contextual offer: 38 points overall, including 766 in higher level subjects, with 7 in Mathematics: analysis and approaches. Subjects: An A* in Mathematics is required. However, an A* in Further Mathematics and an A grade in Mathematics would be an acceptable alternative. Applicants are encouraged to take the Test of Mathematics for University Admission (TMUA).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Set at the UK Government maximum; may rise in later years. Source

International applicants: GBP 39,300 a year (2027/28). Overseas fee stays the same for each year of full-time study. Source

Intake: 27 September 2027

Duration: Three years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.lse.ac.uk/study-at-lse/Undergraduate/Prospective-Students/How-to-Apply

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