Financial Mathematics with a Year Abroad (BSc) 48 months Undergraduate Programme By Cardiff University |TopUniversities
Subject Ranking

# 301-350QS Subject Rankings

Programme Duration

48 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

30,700 GBPTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

MathematicsMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Mathematics

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

To manage the complex financial sector, banks and financial institutions need talented mathematicians who are fluent in the language of finance.


This course will provide you with a solid foundation in mathematics, whilst also developing knowledge and skills that are essential for jobs in the finance industry, including an understanding of modern financial markets, institutions, investments and policies. You will focus on issues and topics relevant to the computational and market design side of contemporary finance, such as:


  • Complex Systems
  • Trading (in particular high-frequency trading)
  • Fund Management
  • Analytics

On this course, you will study at a university abroad during your third year before returning to Cardiff for a final year. Our School has agreements with universities across the globe, and you will have support to apply for your overseas year.


Studying abroad is a great way to broaden your academic knowledge, immerse yourself in another culture and gain skills that could be valued by employers. Not only can it enhance your CV by demonstrating key skills such as communication, flexibility and collaborative working, it can also provide you with valuable networking opportunities. Above all, it is the start of a new adventure. A chance to experience other cultures and viewpoints, make new friends and share unforgettable experiences.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Mathematics

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

To manage the complex financial sector, banks and financial institutions need talented mathematicians who are fluent in the language of finance.


This course will provide you with a solid foundation in mathematics, whilst also developing knowledge and skills that are essential for jobs in the finance industry, including an understanding of modern financial markets, institutions, investments and policies. You will focus on issues and topics relevant to the computational and market design side of contemporary finance, such as:


  • Complex Systems
  • Trading (in particular high-frequency trading)
  • Fund Management
  • Analytics

On this course, you will study at a university abroad during your third year before returning to Cardiff for a final year. Our School has agreements with universities across the globe, and you will have support to apply for your overseas year.


Studying abroad is a great way to broaden your academic knowledge, immerse yourself in another culture and gain skills that could be valued by employers. Not only can it enhance your CV by demonstrating key skills such as communication, flexibility and collaborative working, it can also provide you with valuable networking opportunities. Above all, it is the start of a new adventure. A chance to experience other cultures and viewpoints, make new friends and share unforgettable experiences.

Admission Requirements

176+
90+
69+
31+
6.5+
83+
27+
1350+
GCSE and other essential requirements

You must have or be working towards:
- English language or Welsh language at GCSE grade C/4 or an equivalent (such as A-levels). If you require a Student visa, you must ensure your language qualification complies with UKVI requirements. 

We do not accept Critical Thinking, General Studies, Citizenship Studies, or other similar equivalent subjects.

We will accept a combination of BTEC subjects, A-levels, and other qualifications, subject to the course specific grade and subject requirements.

4 Years
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
9,790 GBP
International
30,700 GBP

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