The financial world relies on mathematics and expertise in analytical thinking and problem solving. Perhaps you want to:
This accredited course enables you to study mathematics whilst learning key financial principles. The course is run jointly with Nottingham University Business School. Approximately 75% of the teaching is mathematics; the remainder includes finance and business economics modules.
Our research feeds into our teaching. This means we can offer an extensive choice of core and optional modules. The Vocational Financial Mathematics compulsory module in the third year gives you the chance to work on specific projects tackled through workshops and student-led group activities.
You'll benefit from hands-on practice using computer software and statistical methods that are used across financial maths.
The degree provides good preparation for a future career not only in finance but also across several sectors where quantitative skills are required. Many of our graduates work for organisations such as Deloitte, EY, KPMG, PwC.
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Modules
Year 1
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Two thirds of the first year is devoted to mathematics, with the remainder devoted to financial topics.
Core modules
Year 2
You will study a total of 120 credits. 100 credits will be maths modules and the remaining 20 are financial-based modules.
Core modules
Optional
You must choose between 20 credits from the following:
Year 3
Three-quarters of the year is spent studying more advanced mathematical topics relevant to finance with the remainder being chosen from a range of financial modules.
Core modules
Optional mathematics modules
You must take 50 credits from the following:
Optional finance modules
You must take 30 credits from the following:
Extracurricular Activities
Become a PASS leader in your second or third year. Teaching first-year students reinforces your own mathematical knowledge. It develops communication, organisational and time management skills which can help to enhance your CV when you start applying for jobs
The Nottingham Internship Scheme provides a range of paid work experience opportunities and internships throughout the year
The Nottingham Advantage Award is our free scheme to boost your employability. There are over 200 extracurricular activities to choose from
Nottingham MathSoc offers students a chance to enjoy various activities with like minded individuals also studying mathematics. Examples of events are balls, river cruises, sport and other social activities.
Mathematics graduates are in demand by employers thanks to the direct subject knowledge you will gain. This degree enables you to enhance your CV through your additional understanding in finance, business and economics.
Our graduates have gone to work for companies such as:
Insurance-Single: 300 GBP/year
