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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: GNC3

Financial Mathematics (with placement year)

Loughborough University
Loughborough, England
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4 yearsDuration
£23,950Per Year (Intl)
£31,000Avg. Graduate Salary
85%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) Financial Mathematics (with placement year) at Loughborough University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about solving complex problems. Based in Loughborough, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Mathematics plays a crucial role in the financial services industry. Our Financial Mathematics BSc degree prepares you for a rewarding career in banking and finance with essential knowledge of financial matters and the underpinning mathematics. If you wish to gain the skills and knowledge for a career in banking, finance, accounting or economics, our Financial Mathematics BSc (Hons) degree provides thorough training in aspects of both financial matters and the relevant mathematics. International tuition fees are £23,950 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 85% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £31,000 within three years, a 93% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Linear Algebra and Matrices
Calculus and Mathematical Analysis
Probability Theory and Distributions
Microeconomics and Macroeconomics
Principles of Corporate Finance
Stochastic Processes and Applications
Statistical Modelling and Inference
Asset Pricing and Derivatives
UCAS Code:GNC3
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

AAA - A*AB

AAA including Maths or A*AB including A* in Maths We recognise the benefit of STEP/MAT/TMUA in demonstrating your aptitude to study Mathematics at a higher level. While we do not generally include them as part of our offer conditions, they may be used to further consider an application upon receipt of final examination results.

International Baccalaureate

37 points

37 (6,6,6 HL) including HL Maths or 37 (7,6,5 HL) including 7 in HL Maths

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£23,950

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£95,800

Home Student Fee

£9,535

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees and funding

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Loughborough University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£27,500£31,000£35,000
3 years£25,000£31,000£38,500
5 years£31,500£43,000£55,000

UK subject average: £31,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation≈ Close to UK average salary
This course
£31,000
UK average
£31,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 39% above UK average salary
This course
£43,000
UK average
£31,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £12,000 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH09-01-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

75%Working
5%Studying
15%Work & Study
100%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
85%
Learning opportunities
85%
Assessment and feedback
76%
Academic support
91%
Organisation and management
88%
Learning resources
90%
Student voice
79%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
93%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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About Loughborough University

Loughborough University offers Financial Mathematics (with placement year) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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