BSc (Hons) Mathematics and Finance

The BSc Mathematics & Finance course offered by the University of York is designed as an interdisciplinary program that study the application of mathematics in the financial world. It is geared towards equipping students with the problem-solving and decision-making skills required to handle real-world financial scenarios.Course Content: The first year of the course focuses on building a solid understanding of mathematics, statistics, and finance. Students are expected to hone in on their skills in these areas during their second and third years, with the opportunity to specialize in the aspects of mathematics and finance that interest them the most. The course offers modules in Probability, Statistics, Calculus, Algebra, and Finance.Key Modules: Some of the key modules that students will study during the course include Introduction to Accounting and Finance, Linear Algebra, Calculus, Probability, Statistics and Introduction to Finance, Real Analysis, Financial Mathematics, and Advanced Financial Mathematics.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications for the purpose of meeting, in part, the educational requirement for Chartered Status.Future Careers: The broad range of skills covered in this course should equip students for a diverse array of careers. This might include working as an actuary or in other finance-related roles, or using mathematical and statistical skills in areas like logistics and sampling. Graduates may continue to further studies or pursue a professional career in the finance arena, in roles such as Financial Analyst, Risk Analyst, Investment Analyst, and more.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.