BSc (Hons) Mathematics with Finance

The Mathematics with Finance undergraduate course from Heriot-Watt University combines the advanced study of mathematics with aspects of finance. It is designed to offer students a pathway to a wide range of possible careers in finance, accounts, and information technology.Course Content: The Mathematics with Finance program is a four-year course, divided into levels, with each level further divided into two semesters. The first two years focus on fundamental mathematics and the applications of statistics, linear algebra, calculus, and probability across various financial contexts. The final two years delve further into mathematics, with a deeper exploration into areas like financial mathematics, actuarial mathematics, and stochastic processes.Key Modules: Some of the key modules covered in this course include Mathematics for Business and Economics, Introduction to Linear Algebra, Fundamentals of Probability and Statistics, Financial Calculus, Portfolio Theory and Asset Pricing, and Time Series Analysis.Accreditations: This course is accredited by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries for all their Core Principle subjects, which means that successful graduates can gain exemptions from eight professional examinations, giving them a head-start in their actuarial or finance career.Future Careers: After the completion of this course, students can expect career opportunities in an array of industries such as banking, insurance, pensions, and investment. Additional potential careers include accountancy, treasury, risk assessment or analysis, or data analysis.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.