BSc Finance and Mathematics

The BSc in Finance and Mathematics at Royal Holloway, University of London is an undergraduate program that seeks to provide students with an understanding of key principles in finance and mathematics. The course combines practical application of quantitative techniques with a solid grounding in the finance principles and economics elements.Course Content: The programme combines theoretical and practical elements, aiming to develop analytical skills in mathematical and econometric techniques, IT, the use of data sources - particularly for financial data, communications and presentation. It emphasises the links between financial theory and the real world, teaching students apposite skills in mathematics, problem-solving, logical thinking and economic theory.Key Modules: The syllabus covers key areas of Finance, Economics and Mathematics, with modules such as 'Introduction to Accounting', 'Mathematical Methods', 'Econometrics', 'Mathematics for Economists', 'Financial Economics', 'Corporate Finance', 'Decision Theory and Games', among many others. Accreditations: This course has accreditation by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) and the Chartered Institute of Securities and Investments (CISI). High-achieving Finance and Mathematics students can earn professional qualifications alongside their degree studies for no extra cost.Future Careers: Graduates from this course generally go on to successful careers in business, finance, government or research, taking up roles in banking, financial services, data analytics, actuarial work, and academia to name a few. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.