Financial Mathematics,BSc
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    Financial Mathematics,BSc

    Aberystwyth University
    Aberystwyth University
    United Kingdom
    United Kingdom, Aberystwyth
    University Rank:#741
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    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 27,858 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
    Financial Mathematics,BSc

    About

    Why Study Financial Mathematics at Aberystwyth University?

    • You will explore a discipline that is both intellectually demanding and vocationally useful, giving you skills that are applicable to a wide range of career choices.
    • You will study under experts in a wide range of disciplines. Our lecturers are committed teachers; some come from a professional background, grounding your study in a proper professional context, and many are active researchers, expanding the boundaries of knowledge.
    • This degree is accredited by the IMA (Institute for Mathematics and its Applications), the UK’s learned and professional society for mathematics, directly contributing to your recognition as a Chartered Mathematician.
    • The Department also offers a number of modules taught entirely or partially through the medium of Welsh. Further details may be obtained from the department.
    Our Staff

    All lecturers in the Department of Mathematics are qualified to PhD level and are research active. The majority have a postgraduate teaching qualification and new staff are required to complete the PGCTHE. The department also employs a number of part time tutors, with extensive teaching experience, and some student demonstrators, who are selected from our undergraduate and postgraduate students.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    UCAS Tariff 120 - 104

    A Levels BBB-BCC to include B in Mathematics

    GCSE requirements (minimum grade C/4):
    English or Welsh and Mathematics

    BTEC National Diploma:
    DMM-DDM with B in A level Mathematics

    International Baccalaureate:
    30-28 with 5 points in Mathematics at Higher Level

    European Baccalaureate:
    75%-65% overall with 7 in Mathematics

    English Language Requirements:
    See our Undergraduate English Language Requirements for this course. Pre-sessional English Programmes are also available for students who do not meet our English Language Requirements.

    Country Specific Entry Requirements:
    International students whose qualification is not listed on this page, can check our Country Specific Entry Requirements for further information.

    The University welcomes undergraduate applications from students studying the Access to Higher Education Diploma or T-level qualifications, provided that relevant subject content and learning outcomes are met. We are not able to accept Access to Higher Education Diplomas or T-levels as a general qualification for every undergraduate degree course.
    Our inclusive admissions policy values breadth as well as depth of study. Applicants are selected on their own individual merits and offers can vary. If you would like to check the eligibility of your qualifications before submitting an application, please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for advice and guidance.

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    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.5

    English Program Requirements

    Accepted English Tests/Qualifications
    Computer Science (BSc) and
    Business courses
    All other undergraduate courses
    IELTS*
    6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component
    6.5 with minimum 5.5 in each component

    TOEFL iBT

    (School Code = 0226)

    88 with minimum component scores: Reading 18, Listening 17, Speaking 20, Writing 17
    93 with minimum component scores: Reading 18, Listening 17, Speaking 20, Writing 17

    Career

    What can I do with a degree in Financial Mathematics?

    A degree in Financial Mathematics will put you in a position to fulfil an increasing demand in the financial sector for graduates with a solid understanding of mathematics. In addition, during your time at Aberystwyth you will be given a number of opportunities to enhance your employability or gain valuable work experience. Our graduates have found employment in the accountancy, banking, risk analysis, actuarial work, financial management and investment analysis.

    What opportunities are there at University for me?

    Employability is embedded across all of our teaching. Studying for a degree in Financial Mathematics will equip you with a range of transferable skills which are highly valued by employers. These include:

    • research and data analysis skills
    • enhanced mathematical and computational skills
    • effective problem-solving and creative thinking skills
    • a thorough grounding in information technology skills
    • the ability to work independently
    • time-management and organisational skills, including the ability to meet deadlines
    • the ability to express ideas and communicate information in a clear and structured manner, in both written and oral form
    • self-motivation and self-reliance
    • team-working, with the ability to discuss concepts in groups, accommodating different ideas and reaching agreement.

    Click here to find out about the various opportunities that our Aberystwyth University Careers team offer.

    Enhance your employability prospects with GO Wales and YES (Year in Employment Scheme) managed by our Careers department.

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    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    27,858 / year
    Financial Mathematics,BSc
    Aberystwyth University
    Aberystwyth University
    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Aberystwyth

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