UCAS code G1N3
This is one of our most popular degree programmes with great employment potential. Studying a range of topics covering the core areas of mathematics, this course will prepare you for a career in the financial sector.
Mathematics is a fascinating, beautiful and diverse subject to study. It underpins a wide range of disciplines; from physical sciences to social science, from biology to business and finance. At Liverpool, our programmes are designed with the needs of employers in mind, to give you a solid foundation from which you may take your career in any number of directions.
This is one of our most popular degree programmes with great employment potential. This programme is designed to prepare you for a career in the banking sector, pension or investment funds, hedge funds, consultancy and auditing firms or government regulators. The course prepares students to be professionals who use mathematical models to analyse and solve financial problems under uncertainty. The programme will provide a useful perspective on how capital markets function in a modern economy.
You will study a range of topics covering important areas of mathematics. The main focus will be on basic financial mathematics, statistics and probability, no assumptions are made about whether or not you have previously studied these, or have previous experience in the use of computers. In the final year, you will cover some specialised work in financial mathematics and more advanced ideas in probability theory and statistics as well as stochastic modelling, econometrics and finance.
This programme also has the option to choose a year abroad in year three, making it a four year programme. You will spend an academic year at one of our partner universities.
Institute and Faculty of Actuaries
We have accreditation from the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries. Currently our students can receive exemptions for CS1, CM2 and CB1 of the professional actuarial exams conducted by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries, the professional body for actuaries in the UK.
Royal Statistical Society
Moreover, the programme is accredited by the Royal Statistical Society.
Both accreditations can be achieved on a conditional basis. Accreditations depend on your choice and your performance on optional modules.
With close industry links, excellent teaching and quality content, this course is accredited by the professional Actuarial body The Institute and Faculty of Actuaries.
The IMA is the professional learned institute for mathematicians, supporting the advancement of mathematical knowledge and its applications to promote and enhance mathematical practice for the benefit of society.
The RSS is a professional body for all statisticians and data analysts - www.rss.org.uk.
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All modules taken in year one are compulsory.
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
In addition to the compulsory modules below, you will choose two optional modules, one in semester 1 and one in semester 2. For students who did not study at XJTLU, module MATH221 is compulsory, module MATH242 is optional. For students who did study at XJTLU, module MATH242 is compulsory, module MATH221 is not available.
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
Choose four optional modules, two from semester 1 and two from semester 2, of which at least two must be MATH modules.
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
Your learning activities will consist of lectures, tutorials, practical classes, problem classes, private study and supervised project work.
In year one, lectures are supplemented by a thorough system of group tutorials and computing work is carried out in supervised practical classes. Key study skills, presentation skills and group work start in first-year tutorials and are developed later in the programme.
The emphasis in most modules is on the development of problem solving skills, which are regarded very highly by employers. Project supervision is on a one-to-one basis, apart from group projects in year two.
Most modules are assessed by a two and a half hour examination in January or May, but many have an element of coursework assessment. This might be through homework, class tests, mini-project work or key skills exercises.
We have a distinctive approach to education, the Liverpool Curriculum Framework, which focuses on research-connected teaching, active learning, and authentic assessment to ensure our students graduate as digitally fluent and confident global citizens.
The Liverpool Curriculum framework sets out our distinctive approach to education. Our teaching staff support our students to develop academic knowledge, skills, and understanding alongside our graduate attributes:
Our curriculum is characterised by the three Liverpool Hallmarks:
All this is underpinned by our core value of inclusivity and commitment to providing a curriculum that is accessible to all students.
Studying with us means you can tailor your degree to suit you. Here's what is available on this course.
University of Liverpool students can choose from an exciting range of study placements at partner universities worldwide.
Immerse yourself in Chinese culture on an optional additional year at Xi'an Jiaotong Liverpool University in stunning Suzhou.
Broaden your world by spending an additional year of study at a partner university abroad following your second year of study.
Spend a summer abroad on a study placement or research project at one of our worldwide partner institutions.
Every student at The University of Liverpool can study a language as part of, or alongside their degree. You can choose:
Mathematics with Finance BSc (Hons) can be studied through the 2+2 programme by students on the following XJTLU courses. Select your course for further details:
The natural next step for ambitious XJTLU students who want to build a brilliant career.
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Your course will be delivered by the Department of Mathematical Sciences.
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A mathematically-based degree opens up a wide range of career opportunities, including some of the most lucrative professions.
Recent employers of our graduates are: