BSc Statistics with Economics and Finance
About this course
BSc in Statistics with Economics and Finance, a mathematics and statistics and economics and accounting and finance degree centred on quantitative techniques. Core topics include Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, and Accounting. The course spans three academic years and combines training in statistics with specialised modules in economics and finance. The first year covers foundational concepts through compulsory modules such as Calculus and Linear Algebra, Introduction to Probability and Statistics, and Accounting for Business. The second year progresses to advanced theory and methods, featuring compulsory modules like Probability and Inference, Regression Modelling, and Introduction to Stochastic Processes, alongside optional choices such as Applied Economics. The final year includes compulsory study in Stochastic Methods in Finance and Statistical Inference, while offering optional modules spanning Corporate Financial Strategy, Forecasting, and Econometrics.
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Entry requirements
A level: A*AA (A* in Mathematics required. Further Mathematics preferred. If you are studying both then the A* can be in either subject. Other preferred subjects include Chemistry, Economics, Physics and Statistics.) IB: 39 points (A total of 19 points in three higher level subjects including grade 7 in Mathematics, with no higher level score below 5. The programme will accept either ‘Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches’ or ‘Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation’ at higher level. Further Mathematics, Chemistry, Economics, Physics and Statistics preferred.)
What students say
Based on about 35 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 82%
- Learning opportunities: 83%
- Assessment and feedback: 79%
- Academic support: 85%
- Organisation and management: 88%
- Learning resources: 92%
- Student voice: 79%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 75 students who started
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 15 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 15%
Most common jobs
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 25%
- Information Technology Professionals: 20%
- Finance Professionals: 20%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 40 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- East Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 15%
- London: 65%
- South East: 5%
- South West: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 90 students who started
- A levels: 86%
- Baccalaureate: 7%
- A degree: 3%
- Other HE qualification: 3%
- Other qualifications: 1%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Royal Statistical Society (RSS) for the purpose of eligibility for Graduate Statistician status.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Economics 1 (Combined Studies)
- Calculus and Linear Algebra
- Calculus in Several Dimensions
- Accounting for Business
- Introduction to Probability and Statistics
- Further Probability and Statistics
- Introduction to Practical Statistics
- Advanced Linear Algebra
- Probability and Inference
- Regression Modelling
- Introduction to Stochastic Processes
- Computing for Practical Statistics
- Applied Economics
- Managerial Accounting for Decision Making
- Economics 2 (Combined Studies)
- Decision and Risk
- Statistical Design and Data Ethics
- Statistical Inference
- Stochastic Methods in Finance
- Quantitative Economics and Econometrics
- Economics of Finance
- Mergers and Valuation
- Corporate Financial Strategy
- Managerial Accounting for Decision Making
- Stochastic Systems
- Forecasting
- Decision and Risk
- Medical Statistics 1
- Medical Statistics 2
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Statistics with Economics and Finance at University College London earn?
The median salary is £40,000 after 15 months, £38,000 after 3 years, £58,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £45,000 and £76,500. The £58,000 median after five years is £15,000 more than the UK median for Statistics.
What do graduates of BSc Statistics with Economics and Finance at University College London do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Statistics with Economics and Finance at University College London?
82% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Statistics with Economics and Finance at University College London?
The typical offer is A*AA at A level, or 39 points in the IB. The average entrant had 169 UCAS points.
Is BSc Statistics with Economics and Finance at University College London accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Royal Statistical Society (RSS) for the purpose of eligibility for Graduate Statistician status.
How many students continue on BSc Statistics with Economics and Finance at University College London?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.