Mathematics with Financial Mathematics

This very flexible single-honours degree programme is designed for those who are interested in learning about some of the recent applications of mathematics to the financial sector and pursuing a career in this area. it enables you to acquire a working knowledge of models and procedures and modern financial mathematics as it is applied in banks, broker companies and insurance companies as well as in the financial departments of national and international companies. you get good all-round mathematical knowledge together with the ability to experience more specialised results, methods and ideas. a core of basic mathematics provides you with the fundamental mathematical knowledge and skills, and the basis for more advanced work later on. the core material is covered in the first three semesters, up to the mid-point of your second year. you develop your capacity to learn and apply mathematical ideas, to understand the significance and power of mathematics, and to acquire a thorough knowledge and understanding of those mathematical topics that any employer would expect of a mathematics graduate. after your first three semesters, you chose your lecture courses from a widening range of options in order that you can pursue whichever areas of mathematics most interest you. you can choose to do a final year project on a mathematical topic supervised by a member of staff.

By studying a mathematics degree with the university of manchester, you will develop skills and knowledge that are of huge value in a wide variety of professions. the university of manchester is one of the most targeted universities in the country by employers*. 89% of graduates of this course are in work or further studies 15 months after graduating**. you can read some of our graduates' stories on the department of mathematics blog. your studies will be fantastic preparation for any area of employment requiring clear and logical thinking. plus, our award-winning careers services will support you on your journey to finding the right career path for you. the main areas of employment that graduates enter are: finance industry computing (including operational research) management administration statistics teaching (schools and colleges) postgraduate study

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in England have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. The University of Manchester has partnerships with the following companies: