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BSc (Hons) Mathematics for Finance and Management

University of Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

Prepare for the fast-paced world of finance, investment analysis, marketing and business management by developing sought-after skills in data-driven decision making, operational research and mathematical modelling. Graduate with the confidence to lead on innovative strategies and lead companies to success.

On this BSc (Hons) Mathematics for Finance and Management degree course, you'll specialise in mathematical analysis and modelling used by finance professionals to track investments and forecast revenue, ensuring companies can make informed decisions to grow their profits. You'll develop the applied maths skills used by senior management to set financial plans and budgets that keep businesses competitive in their market and get a solid foundation in corporate financial management and derivative pricing, setting yourself up for a senior role managing business finances and accounts.

General Eligibility

  • A levels – ABB–BBC

  • UCAS points – 112–128 points including an A level in Mathematics or Statistics, or equivalent

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Placement year

After your second year, you can do an optional work placement year to get valuable longer-term work experience in the industry.

Students have previously completed placements at organisations such as Lockheed Martin and IBM.

We’ll help you secure a work placement that fits your aspirations. You’ll get mentoring and support throughout the year.

2 Year 1

Core modules in this year include:

  • Calculus I

  • Computational Mathematics

  • Linear Algebra

  • Mathematical Foundations

  • Mathematical Models

  • Statistical Theory and Methods I

3 Year 2

Core modules:

  • Applications of Mathematics and Graduate Skills

  • Calculus II

  • Corporate Financial Management

  • Mathematics for Finance

Optional modules:

  • Algebraic Structures & Discrete Mathematics

  • Mechanics and Dynamics

  • Modern Foreign Language (Institution-wide Language Programme)

  • Numerical Analysis

  • Operational Research

  • Real and Complex Analysis

  • Statistical Theory & Methods II

  • Universe: Planetary Systems, Stars and Galaxies

4 Year 3

Core modules:

  • Financial Derivative Pricing

Optional modules:

  • Advanced Corporate Financial Management

  • Advanced Decision Modelling

  • Introduction to General Relativity and Cosmology

  • Modern Astrophysics 1

  • Nonlinear Dynamics

  • Partial Differential Equations and their Applications

  • Project

  • Quantitative Supply Chain Management

  • Statistical Learning

  • Statistics Methods in Health Research & Social Science

  • Stochastic Processes

  • Undergraduate Ambassador

Language Requirement

The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).

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For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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