Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Finance and Mathematics (Including an Industrial Year) (N3G1)

Studying Finance and Mathematics at Royal Holloway means that you will learn from internationally renowned experts at two of the UK’s top ten teaching and research centres for both Economics and Mathematics. Economics is one of the most influential and liveliest disciplines in today's world, affecting the lives and fortunes of everyone on the planet. This joint degree offers a complete education in the theories and methods of economics, with a strong focus on analytical methods and the opportunity to specialise in the fields of financial markets and industrial economics. The knowledge and transferable skills gained will lead to excellent career prospects in public and private management, financial institutions and in government. 

Through this course you will develop an in-depth understanding of economics at all levels – from the company to the state, and beyond. You will focus on the quantitative and economic analysis within the financial markets; develop skills in mathematics and statistics and learn to tackle economic problems; gain important quantitative and computing skills that are widely applicable as well as skills in logical reasoning and gain experience in logical and philosophical reasoning. In your final year you will study financial economics, mathematics of financial markets as well as advanced financial mathematics.

Royal Holloway has a balanced approach to research and teaching guarantees high quality teaching from subject leaders, cutting edge materials and intellectually challenging debates. Courses follow a coherent and developmental structure which is combined with an effective and flexible approach to study.