Financial Mathematics BSc (Hons) at Northumbria University

Programme overview

This course equips you with a solid foundation in both mathematics and finance, blending theory and practical skills, with the option of a placement year for hands-on experience. From the start, you’ll dive into the world of financial decision-making, using mathematical tools to tackle complex challenges. Whether you're deciphering market trends or optimising investment strategies, you'll build sharp analytical and problem-solving skills.

Faculty: School of Engineering, Physics and Mathematics | Duration: 3 years Full Time or 4 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad | Study mode: full-time (optional placement/sandwich year) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Principles and Theories of Finance, Business and Financial Analysis, Calculus, Computational Mathematics, Probability and Statistics, Real Analysis; Year 2 core modules: Financial Markets and Institutions, Derivatives and Risk, Econometrics, Further Computational Mathematics, Ordinary & Partial Differential Equations, Statistical Modelling and Data Visualisation; Year 4 core modules: Risk in Financial Institutions I, Risk in Financial Insitutions II, Investment Management, Data Science, Project in Financial Mathematics.

Career pathways

Throughout the course there is a focus on developing your employability through transferable skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, and data analysis. You’ll embark on modules that reflect real-world financial practices and gain industry insights.

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Entry requirements

Standard Offer 112 UCAS Tariff Points. From a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A-level, T Level, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate. Contextual Admissions 96 UCAS Tariff points. Subject Requirements: Applicants will need Grade B in A Level Mathematics, or recognised equivalent. GCSE Requirements: Applicants will need Maths, Statistics, or Physics and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or equivalents. International Qualifications: English Language Requirements: International applicants should have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component (or an approved equivalent*). UCAS code: G102.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). UK tuition fee for year 1 of 2027/28 entry; later years may rise in line with the fee cap. Source

International applicants: GBP 19,850 a year (2027/28). International tuition fee for year 1 of 2027/28 entry; fees apply to every year of study. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years Full Time or 4 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad

Apply through the official page: https://sits.northumbria.ac.uk/live/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=UUSFCM1&code2=0003

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