BSc Mathematics and Accounting and Finance
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Mathematics and Accounting and Finance, a mathematical sciences degree split evenly between mathematics modules and accounting and business subjects. Core topics include Programming, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Financial Analysis, Accounting, Legal Analysis, Entrepreneurship, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The programme draws on expertise from both the Department of Mathematical Sciences and the Loughborough Business School. The first year covers core foundations through compulsory modules such as Financial Accounting Fundamentals, Calculus I, and Introductory Probability and Statistics. The second year progresses with modules including Management Accounting, Analysis I, and Financial Markets and Derivatives Fundamentals. In the third year, compulsory study features Advanced Management Accounting, Financial Reporting: Theory and Practice, and Audit and Assurance. Students can also select from an extensive range of optional modules such as Applied Statistics, Operational Research, Stochastic Methods in Finance, Digital Organisations, AI and Society, and Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAA/A*AB including A in Maths or AAB including AB in Maths and Further Maths. We recognise the benefit of STEP/MAT/TMUA in demonstrating your aptitude to study Mathematics at a higher level but do not include it as part of any conditions of offer. IB: 37 (6,6,6 HL) including HL Maths BTEC: BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma: D*DD plus A level Maths at Grade A. BTEC Level 3 National Diploma: D*D plus A level Maths at Grade A. BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate: D* plus two A levels at Grades AA including Maths.
What students say
Based on about 10 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 84%
- Assessment and feedback: 76%
- Academic support: 94%
- Organisation and management: 88%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 76%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 52 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 58%
- Working and studying: 18%
- Further study: 11%
- Unemployed: 4%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 24%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 18%
- Information Technology Professionals: 11%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 8%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 165 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 4%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- East Midlands: 19%
- West Midlands: 7%
- East of England: 15%
- London: 22%
- South East: 17%
- South West: 8%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) for the purpose of exemptions from some professional examinations.
- Accredited by the Association of International Accountants (AIA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Financial Accounting Fundamentals
- Economics for Financial Studies
- Calculus I
- Introduction to Law
- Linear Algebra and Geometry I
- Introductory Probability and Statistics
- Principles of Finance
- Linear Algebra and Geometry II
- Management Accounting
- Analysis I
- Financial Markets and Derivatives Fundamentals
- Calculus II
- Probability Theory
- Financial Reporting
- Mechanics
- ODEs and Calculus of Variations
- Advanced Management Accounting
- Financial Reporting: Theory and Practice
- Audit and Assurance
- Graph Theory
- Analysis II
- Applied Statistics
- Introduction to Differential Geometry
- Dynamical Systems
- Asymptotic Methods
- Operational Research
- Stochastic Methods in Finance
- Multinational Financial Management
- Digital Organisations, AI and Society
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Financial Risk Management
- Algebra
- Complex Analysis
- Analytical Dynamics
- Statistical Modelling
- Elements of Topology
- Medical Statistics
- Studies in Science and Mathematics Education
- Linear Differential Equations
- Vibrations and Waves
- Game Theory
- Computational Methods in Finance
- Mathematical Biology
- Company Law
- Corporate Finance
- Behavioural Finance
- University-wide Language Programme
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Mathematics and Accounting and Finance at Loughborough University earn?
The median salary is £31,000 after 15 months, £31,000 after 3 years, £43,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £31,500 and £55,000. The £43,000 median after five years is £3,500 more than the UK median for Mathematics.
What do graduates of BSc Mathematics and Accounting and Finance at Loughborough University do next?
87% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Mathematics and Accounting and Finance at Loughborough University?
88% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Mathematics and Accounting and Finance at Loughborough University?
The typical offer is AAA at A level. The average entrant had 156 UCAS points.
Is BSc Mathematics and Accounting and Finance at Loughborough University accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) for the purpose of exemptions from some professional examinations. Accredited by the Association of International Accountants (AIA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.
How many students continue on BSc Mathematics and Accounting and Finance at Loughborough University?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.