BSc Mathematics and Economics
London School of Economics and Political Science
About this course
BSc in Mathematics and Economics, a mathematics and economics degree focused on analytical methods and economic theory. Core topics include Statistics and Mathematical Modelling. The first year establishes foundational concepts through Microeconomics I, Macroeconomics I, Mathematical Methods, Elementary Statistical Theory, Mathematical Proof and Analysis, Abstract Mathematics and Algorithms, and The LSE Course. The second year progresses with Microeconomics II, Macroeconomics II, Further Mathematical Methods (Calculus), Further Mathematical Methods (Linear Algebra), and Real Analysis.
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Entry requirements
A-levels: A*AA, with an A* in Mathematics. Where it's offered by your school or college, AS- or A-level Further Mathematics is expected to be taken and a grade A achieved. IB Diploma: 39 points overall, including 766 in higher level subjects, with 7 in Mathematics: analysis and approaches.
What students say
Based on about 13 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 95%
- Learning opportunities: 89%
- Assessment and feedback: 86%
- Academic support: 98%
- Organisation and management: 91%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 78%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 50 students who started
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 55%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 35%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 35%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Teaching Professionals: 5%
- Quality and Regulatory Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 80%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 285 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 2%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 6%
- London: 72%
- South East: 10%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 60 students who started
- A levels: 93%
- Baccalaureate: 3%
- Access course: 3%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Microeconomics I
- Macroeconomics I
- Mathematical Methods
- Elementary Statistical Theory
- Mathematical Proof and Analysis
- Abstract Mathematics and Algorithms
- The LSE Course
- Microeconomics II
- Macroeconomics II
- Further Mathematical Methods (Calculus)
- Further Mathematical Methods (Linear Algebra)
- Real Analysis
- Choose courses from Mathematics, Economics and Finance to the value of one unit
- Choose advanced mathematical economics courses to the value of one unit
- Choose mathematics courses to the value of one unit
- Choose courses from Mathematics, Economics, Statistics and Finance to the value of two units
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Mathematics and Economics at London School of Economics and Political Science earn?
The median salary is £41,000 after 15 months, £49,000 after 3 years, £72,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £53,500 and £119,000. The £72,000 median after five years is £32,500 more than the UK median for Mathematics.
What do graduates of BSc Mathematics and Economics at London School of Economics and Political Science do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Mathematics and Economics at London School of Economics and Political Science?
95% 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 Economics at London School of Economics and Political Science?
The typical offer is A*AA at A level, or 39 points in the IB. The average entrant had 206 UCAS points.
Does BSc Mathematics and Economics at London School of Economics and Political Science include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Mathematics and Economics at London School of Economics and Political Science?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.