Program Overview

Mathematics with Economics BSc

The Mathematics with Economics BSc program is designed for students interested in making mathematics their major area of study while also obtaining knowledge and understanding of general economics and related subjects such as commerce and business. No previous knowledge of economics is required.

Program Overview

This program is particularly relevant for students interested in making maths their major area of study but also wanting to learn about general economics and subjects such as commerce and business.

Study Mode and Duration

• Study mode: Full-time
• Duration: 3 academic years

Tuition Fees

• UK tuition fees (2026/27): £9,790
• Overseas tuition fees (2026/27): £42,700

Program Starts and Application Deadline

• Program starts: September 2026
• Application deadline: 14 Jan 2026

UCAS Course Code

• UCAS course code: G1L1

Entry Requirements

A Levels

• Grades: AAA
• Subjects: AAA with AA in Mathematics and Further Mathematics, or AAA with AA in Mathematics and Further Mathematics, any order, and a 2 in any STEP Paper or a Distinction in the Mathematics AEA.
• Preferred subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, English Language, English Literature, Physics, and Statistics.

GCSEs

• English Language and Mathematics at grade C or 4.

Contextual Offer Information

• Grades: AAC
• Subjects: AA in Mathematics and Further Mathematics, or AAC with AA in Mathematics and Further Mathematics, in any order, and a 2 in any STEP Paper or a Distinction in the Mathematics AEA.
• Preferred subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, English Language, English Literature, Physics, and Statistics.
• GCSEs: English Language and Mathematics at grade C or 4.

International Baccalaureate Diploma

• Points: 40
• Subjects: A total of 40 points overall with 20 points in three higher level subjects including 7 in Mathematics, or 39 overall with 19 points in three higher level subjects including 7 in Mathematics and a 2 in any STEP paper or a distinction in Mathematics AEA.
• The program will accept higher level 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' only.
• Preferred subjects: Physics, Statistics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology, Economics, English Language, English Literature as third subject.

Contextual Offer

• Points: 38
• Subjects: A total of 18 points in three higher level subjects including 7 in Mathematics, with no higher level score below 5.
• The program will accept higher level 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' only.
• Preferred subjects: Physics, Statistics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology, Economics, English Language, English Literature as third subject.

Course Overview

This BSc is particularly relevant if you're interested in making maths your major area of study, but also want to learn about general economics and subjects such as commerce and business. No previous knowledge of economics is required.

What This Course Will Give You

• Gain transferable skills such as numeracy, problem-solving, and logical thinking, which can lead to a large variety of interesting, diverse, and well-paid careers.
• There are close and exciting connections between parts of economic theory and certain areas of abstract mathematics.
• Research interests of staff allow the possibility of advanced modules in this area.

Teaching and Learning

• In each year of your degree, you will take a number of individual modules, normally valued at 15 or 30 credits, adding up to a total of 120 credits for the year.
• Modules are assessed in the academic year in which they are taken.
• The balance of compulsory and optional modules varies from program to program and year to year.

Modules

Year 1

• Compulsory modules:
  • Economics 1 (Combined Studies)
  • Analysis 1
  • Analysis 2
  • Algebra 1
  • Algebra 2
  • Mathematical Methods 1
  • Mathematical Methods 2

Year 2

• Compulsory modules:
  • Analysis 3: Complex Analysis
  • Algebra 3: Further Linear Algebra
  • Mathematical Methods 3
  • Economics 2 (Combined Studies)

Year 3

• Optional modules:
  • Analysis 4: Real Analysis
  • Algebra 4: Groups and Rings
  • Mathematics of Electromagnetism and Special Relativity
  • Probability and Statistics
  • Computational Methods and Programming
  • Measure Theory
  • Functional Analysis
  • Multivariable Analysis
  • Differential Geometry
  • Commutative Algebra
  • Galois Theory
  • Mathematics For General Relativity
  • Biomathematics
  • Mathematical Methods 5
  • Combinatorial Optimisation
  • Graph Theory and Combinatorics
  • An Introduction to Mathematica
  • Numerical Methods
  • Algebraic Number Theory
  • Mathematical Logic
  • History of Mathematics
  • Economics of Financial Markets
  • Game Theory
  • International Trade
  • Behavioural Economics
  • The Economics of Growth
  • Economics of Labour
  • Economics of Finance
  • Economics of Development
  • Environmental Economics
  • Economics of Tax Policy
  • Economics of Education
  • Mathematical Education for Physical and Mathematical Sciences

Employability

A mathematics degree is highly valued by employers due to the skills in logical thinking, analysis, problem-solving, and, of course, numeracy, that it develops.

Career Paths

• Forecasting, risk analysis, and trading
• Financial services, such as accountancy, banking, and insurance
• Scientific research, information technology, and industry

Fees and Funding

Fees for This Course

• UK students: £9,790
• International students: £42,700

Funding Your Studies

Various funding options are available, including student loans, scholarships, and bursaries. UK students whose household income falls below a certain level may also be eligible for a non-repayable bursary or for certain scholarships.