BSc Mathematics for Finance,
About this course
BSc in Mathematics, combining pure and applied mathematics with a focus on financial applications. Core topics include Statistics, Data Analysis, Mathematical Modelling, Research Methods, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The programme includes a final-year Dissertation in the Mathematics of Finance and offers an optional Year Abroad or Year in Industry.
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What students say
Based on about 42 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 84%
- Assessment and feedback: 84%
- Academic support: 98%
- Organisation and management: 90%
- Learning resources: 85%
- Student voice: 77%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 75 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 86%
- Left higher education: 13%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 1%
What graduates do next
Based on about 18 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 45%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 20%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 25%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 40%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 115 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 4%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 8%
- East of England: 4%
- London: 13%
- South East: 9%
- South West: 12%
- Wales: 47%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 70 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 96%
- Other qualifications: 3%
- No formal qualifications: 1%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.
- This course is accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA) and meets the educational requirements for the Chartered Mathematician (CMath) designation when followed by either: a) Further study at master’s level (FHEQ level 7), or b) Work-based training and experience to reach an equivalent level of competence. It is also recognised as meeting the educational requirements for IMA membership at the appropriate level, from Student Member to Fellow.
Modules
- Mathematical and Computational Methods
- Analytical Methods in Mathematics
- Analysis 1
- Dadansoddi 1
- Foundations of Algebra
- Sylfeini Algebra
- Analysis 2
- Dadansoddi 2
- Vector Spaces and Linear Algebra
- Gofodau Fector ac Algebra Llinol
- Probability Theory
- Multi-variable analysis
- Dadansoddi Aml-Newidyn
- Metric spaces and measure theory
- Gofodau Metrig a Theori Mesur
- Vector Spaces
- Gofodau Fector
- Differential Equations
- Investments: Assets; Equities and Bonds
- Groups and Rings
- Grwpiau a Chylchoedd
- Credibility, Liability and Ruin
- Game Theory and Optimization
- Statistical Data Analysis
- Dissertation in the Mathematics of Finance
- Complex Analysis
- Dadansoddi Cymhlyg
- Cashflows and Interest Rates
- Financial Mathematics in Discrete Time
- Markov Processes and Applications
- Dynamical Systems
- Machine Learning
- Higher Algebra
- Assurance and annuity
- Financial Mathematics in Continuous Time
- Risk and Survival Models
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Mathematics for Finance, at Swansea University earn?
The median salary is £28,500 after 15 months, £25,000 after 3 years, £32,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,000 and £42,500. The £32,000 median after five years is £7,500 less than the UK median for Mathematics.
What do graduates of BSc Mathematics for Finance, at Swansea University 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 for Finance, at Swansea University?
90% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Mathematics for Finance, at Swansea University?
The average entrant had 115 UCAS points.
Is BSc Mathematics for Finance, at Swansea University accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations. This course is accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA) and meets the educational requirements for the Chartered Mathematician (CMath) designation when followed by either: a) Further study at master’s level (FHEQ level 7), or b) Work-based training and experience to reach an equivalent level of competence. It is also recognised as meeting the educational requirements for IMA membership at the appropriate level, from Student Member to Fellow.
How many students continue on BSc Mathematics for Finance, at Swansea University?
86% of students continued into their second year, and 13% left higher education.