Overview
Introduction
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.
The programme is carefully structured to focus on mathematical and statistical topics that are highly relevant to economics and finance. You’ll dive into key mathematical methods, such as algebra and calculus, and statistical theory. In parallel, you’ll study how these principles are applied in macroeconomics, microeconomics and mathematical economics.
This degree is taught jointly with our world-class Department of Economics. There is a strong focus on building your quantitative knowledge – increasingly important for a successful career in finance, accounting and other sectors.
This degree will be of interest to all mathematically or scientifically minded students, regardless of whether you’ve studied economics previously.
Preliminary readings
Mathematics as it is applied in economics and finance
- M Anthony and N Biggs Mathematics for Economics and Finance (Cambridge University Press, 1996)
- L Alcock How to Study for a Mathematics Degree (Oxford University Press, 2013)
Economics
- T Harford The Undercover Economist (Oxford University Press, 2006)
Mathematics
Much of university level mathematics is concerned with formal proofs and rigorous mathematical argument, and this is necessary for some of the advanced mathematics required in finance, economics, and other fields of application. For an introduction, we recommend:
- R Allenby Numbers and Proofs (Butterworth-Heinemann, 1997)
- P Eccles An Introduction to Mathematical Reasoning (Cambridge University Press, 1997)
- T Gowers Mathematics: a very short introduction (Oxford University Press, 2002)
- M Liebeck A Concise Introduction to Pure Mathematics (Chapman & Hall/CRC Mathematics, 2005)