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BSc Mathematics, Statistics & Finance

University of Strathclyde

Institution
University of Strathclyde
Level
undergraduate
Subject
BSc Hons Mathematics, Statistics & Finance
UCAS code
GN33

Entry requirements

A level: Standard entry requirements*: Year 1 entry: BBB (Maths, GCSE English Language 6/B or English Literature 6/B) Year 2 entry: ABB (Maths A, business subject B, GCSE English Language 6/B or English Literature 6/B) IB: Standard entry requirements*: Year 1 entry: 30 (Mathematics HL5, English SL6) Year 2 entry: 32 (Mathematics HL6, English SL6)

About this course

BSc in Mathematics, Statistics and Finance. Core topics include programming, data analysis, statistics, mathematical modelling, financial analysis, and accounting. Students undertake a finance dissertation involving independent research and statistical analysis. The degree is relevant to those pursuing the actuarial profession.

Modules

  • Mathematical Foundations
  • Calculus 1
  • Introduction to Geometry & Algebra
  • Introduction to Finance & Financial Analysis
  • Essential Statistics
  • Data Analysis & Presentation
  • Linear Algebra & Differential Equations
  • Advanced Calculus
  • Probability & Statistical Inference
  • Mathematical & Statistical Computing
  • Business Finance
  • Portfolio Management & Security Analysis
  • Applied Linear Algebra
  • Regression Modelling
  • Treasury Management & Derivatives
  • Advanced Corporate Finance & Financial Markets
  • Numerical Analysis
  • Statistical Inference
  • Experimental Design
  • Survey Design & Analysis
  • Stochastic Processes
  • Partial Differential Equations
  • Communicating Mathematics & Statistics
  • Finance Dissertation
  • Statistical Modelling & Analysis
  • Applied Statistics in Society
  • Medical Statistics
  • Modelling & Simulation with Applications to Financial Derivatives
  • Finite Element Methods for Boundary Value Problems & Approximations
  • Mathematical Biology & Marine Population Modelling
  • Mathematical Introduction to Networks
  • Sustainability Accounting: Theory and Practice
  • Asset Pricing
  • Corporate Financing
  • Corporate Investment
  • Financial Quantitative Methods
  • Behavioural Finance
  • International Financial Management
  • Advanced Derivatives
  • Sustainable Business: A Finance & Accounting Perspective
  • Data Textual Analytics for Accounting & Finance