MSci Mathematics with Economics
About this course
MSci in Mathematics with Economics, a Mathematics and Economics degree centred on analytical and quantitative approaches to financial and physical systems. Core topics include Programming, Statistics, and Mathematical Modelling. This four-year programme extends the standard bachelor curriculum with advanced study and a substantial final-year project, and includes options for study abroad. The first year establishes core foundations through modules such as Analysis 1, Analysis 2, Algebra 1, and Advanced Calculus. The second year progresses to advanced mathematical theory and economic principles via Analysis 3: Complex Analysis, Algebra 3: Further Linear Algebra, Fourier Methods and Linear PDEs, and Economics 2 (Combined Studies), alongside optional topics in areas such as number theory and probability. Third-year study introduces specialized economics pathways including Quantitative Economics and Econometrics, International Trade, and Behavioural Economics. The final year centres on the Project in Mathematics alongside advanced master-level options such as Asset Pricing in Continuous Time (Masters level) and Cosmology.
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Entry requirements
A level: A*A*A (A*A*A with A*A* in Mathematics and Further Mathematics; or A*AA with A*A in Mathematics and Further Mathematics, in any order, together with a 2 in any STEP Paper or a Distinction in the Mathematics AEA. Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, English Language, English Literature, Physics and Statistics preferred.) IB: 40 points (A total of 40 points overall with 20 points in three higher level subjects including 7 in Mathematics; or 39 overall with 19 points in three higher level subjects including 7 in Mathematics together with a 2 in any STEP paper or a distinction in Mathematics AEA. The course will accept higher level ‘Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches’ only. Physics, Statistics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology, Economics, English Language, English Literature preferred as third subject.)
What students say
Based on about 292 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 83%
- Learning opportunities: 79%
- Assessment and feedback: 73%
- Academic support: 83%
- Organisation and management: 81%
- Learning resources: 90%
- Student voice: 74%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 470 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 96%
- Left higher education: 3%
What graduates do next
Based on about 22 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 15%
Most common jobs
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 35%
- Finance Professionals: 25%
- Information Technology Professionals: 20%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 180 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 2%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 13%
- London: 67%
- South East: 7%
- South West: 2%
- Wales: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Economics 1 (Combined Studies)
- Analysis 1
- Analysis 2
- Algebra 1
- Algebra 2
- Advanced Calculus
- Programming and Vector Calculus
- Analysis 3: Complex Analysis
- Algebra 3: Further Linear Algebra
- Fourier Methods and Linear PDEs
- Economics 2 (Combined Studies)
- Curves and Surfaces
- Number Theory
- Analysis 4: Metric Spaces
- Algebra 4: Groups and Rings
- Mathematics of Electromagnetism and Special Relativity
- Mathematical Methods 4
- Probability and Statistics
- Computational Methods and Programming
- Critical Perspectives on Mathematics Education
- Quantitative Economics and Econometrics
- International Trade
- Economics of Competition Policy
- The Economics of Growth
- Behavioural Economics
- Economics of Labour
- Environmental Economics
- Economics of Tax Policy
- Economics of Development
- Project in Mathematics
- Further Topics in Algebraic Number Theory
- Advanced Modelling Mathematical Techniques
- Spectral Theory
- Riemannian Geometry
- Topology and Groups
- Algebraic Geometry
- Asymptotic Approximation Methods
- Cosmology
- Evolutionary Games and Population Genetics
- Asset Pricing in Continuous Time (Masters level)
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MSci Mathematics with Economics at University College London earn?
The median salary is £38,000 after 15 months, £45,000 after 3 years, £64,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £50,500 and £102,500. The £64,000 median after five years is £24,500 more than the UK median for Mathematics.
What do graduates of MSci Mathematics with Economics at University College London do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MSci Mathematics with Economics at University College London?
83% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MSci Mathematics with Economics at University College London?
The typical offer is A*A*A at A level, or 40 points in the IB. The average entrant had 179 UCAS points.
How many students continue on MSci Mathematics with Economics at University College London?
96% of students continued into their second year, and 3% left higher education.