BSc Finance and Statistics & Data Analytics
About this course
BSc in Finance and Statistics & Data Analytics, a combined degree focusing on financial decision-making alongside the collection, analysis and interpretation of data. The course includes an optional year abroad.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB or BBB (Additional requirements: A-level Mathematics.) IB: 34 (6,5,5) (Additional requirements: HL6 Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches).) Scottish Higher: BBBB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer Offers are not guaranteed to applicants who meet the minimum from S5 Typically offers will be made at AAAAA by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher Additional requirements: Higher Mathematics and a Higher Science subject at AA. (AB may be considered). Scottish Higher (widening access): MD20 : BBBB (also other target groups*) MD40 : AABB* Additional requirements: Higher Mathematics and a Higher Science subject. Successful completion of Top-Up or one of our Summer Schools.
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What students say
Based on about 78 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 86%
- Assessment and feedback: 78%
- Academic support: 92%
- Organisation and management: 87%
- Learning resources: 84%
- Student voice: 84%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 70%
- Left higher education: 30%
What graduates do next
Based on about 19 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 25%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 35%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 20%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Engineering professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 70%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 45 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- London: 5%
- Scotland: 85%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Other qualifications: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations through the Accredited degree accelerated route.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Finance and Statistics & Data Analytics at University of Glasgow earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £31,000 after 3 years, £41,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £33,000 and £46,500. The £41,000 median after five years is £2,000 less than the UK median for Statistics.
What do graduates of BSc Finance and Statistics & Data Analytics at University of Glasgow do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Finance and Statistics & Data Analytics at University of Glasgow?
88% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Finance and Statistics & Data Analytics at University of Glasgow?
The typical offer is AAB at A level. The average entrant had 208 UCAS points.
Is BSc Finance and Statistics & Data Analytics at University of Glasgow accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations through the Accredited degree accelerated route.
Does BSc Finance and Statistics & Data Analytics at University of Glasgow include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Finance and Statistics & Data Analytics at University of Glasgow?
70% of students continued into their second year, and 30% left higher education.