Stand out from the competition with a combined degree
Year of entry: 2019
GL11
Y50
3 years full-time (plus optional placement year)
AAA including A in Mathematics (full entry requirements)
September 2019 (term dates)
£9,250 per year (2019/20)
£17,120 per year (2019/20)
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Meet usToday's financial firms look for those who can carry out sophisticated work with the latest tools. This maths and finance degree provides the training needed to succeed and rise above the rest in today's financial industry.
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Our comprehensive tutorial and seminar system will support you throughout your degree
In this three-year maths and finance degree, you'll take modules in mathematics, statistics and financial economics. There will also be opportunities to study business finance, computer programming, and other options.
There are a number of Study Abroad options at York. Here are some opportunities related to this course:
The first year develops a foundation in maths and statistics, as well as in general and financial economics.
In addition to the above you will also need to complete our online Academic Integrity module.
This module covers some of the essential skills and knowledge which will help you to study independently and produce work of a high academic standard which is vital for success at York.
This module will:
Your second year will consist of six core modules spread across the Department of Mathematics and Department of Economics and Related Studies. We emphasise consolidating quantitative and analytical skills, while still studying core concepts.
In the final year, you will learn methods of quantitative finance. You'll use techniques to model and forecast interest rates and stock prices. You'll take 80 credits of core modules spread across both of your departments.
For the rest of your credits, you will take four 10-credit option modules from our list of Mathematics final year modules. This may include:
Please note, modules may change to reflect the latest academic thinking and expertise of our staff.
The fees and funding figures below are for 2019 entry. If you take a year abroad or year in industry you'll pay a reduced rate of fees for that year.
| UK/EU | International |
|---|---|
| £9,250 | £17,120 |
UK/EU or international fees? The level of fee that you will be asked to pay depends on whether you're classed as a UK, EU or international student.
For more information about tuition fees, any reduced fees for study abroad and work placement years, scholarships, tuition fee loans, maintenance loans and living costs see undergraduate fees and funding.
We offer a number of scholarships to help cover tuition fees and living costs.
You can use our living costs guide to help plan your budget. It covers additional costs that are not included in your tuition fee such as expenses for accommodation and study materials.
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The TEF Panel, Office for Students, June 2018
Our Gold Teaching Excellence Framework award demonstrates our commitment to the delivery of consistently outstanding teaching and learning for our students.
You’ll study and learn with academics who are active researchers, experts in their field and have a passion for their subjects. Our approach to teaching will provide you with the knowledge, opportunities, and support you need to grow and succeed in a global workplace. Find out more about our approach to teaching and learning.
Lectures and seminars are the main mode of teaching. Some modules have practical computer classes. All modules are supported by extensive online material, including a discussion forum.
As a guide, students on this course typically spend their time as follows:
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lectures and seminars | 288 hours | 276 hours | 240 hours |
The figures above are based on data from 2016/17.
The rest of your time on the course will be spent on independent study. This may include preparation for lectures and seminars, follow-up work, wider reading, practice completion of assessment tasks, or revision.
Everyone learns at a different rate, so the number of hours will vary from person to person. In UK higher education the expectation is that full-time students will spend 1,200 hours a year learning.
You will be based in the Departments of Economics and Mathematics which are both on Campus West. Teaching will be at a variety of locations across Campus West.
Our beautiful green campus offers a student-friendly setting in which to live and study, within easy reach of the action in the city centre. It's easy to get around campus - everything is within walking or pedalling distance, or you can always use the fast and frequent bus service.
Your maths and finance degree assessments will be mainly examinations and regular homework. In your third year, you'll begin a final project that combines a final report, poster presentation, and short written assignments.
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written exams | 91% | 100% | 100% |
| Coursework | 5% | 0% | 0% |
| Practical exams | 4% | 0% | 0% |
The figures above are based on data from 2016/17.
Maths and finance degree graduates are in great demand by a wide range of employers. They value the strong analytical and problem-solving skills you'll develop over the course of the degree.
| Qualification | Typical offer |
|---|---|
| A levels | AAA in three A levels, including Mathematics. |
| Cambridge Pre-U | D3, D3, M2 in three principal subjects, including Mathematics. |
| European Baccalaureate | 80% average, including 85% in Mathematics. |
| International Baccalaureate | 36 points, including HL6 in Mathematics |
| Irish leaving Certificate | AAAABB, including A1 in Mathematics |
| Scottish Highers / Advanced Highers | AAAAB, including A in Mathematics. |
| EPQ | We recognise the value of this qualification although it will not be included as a condition of entry. It may be taken into consideration when you receive your results. |
You may be eligible for one of our pre-sessional English language courses. These courses will provide you with the level of English needed to meet the conditions of your offer.
The length of course you need to take depends on your current IELTS scores and how much you need to improve to reach our English language requirements.
After you've accepted your offer to study at York, we'll confirm which pre-sessional course you should apply to via You@York.
To apply to York, you will need to complete an online application via UCAS (the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service).
Accepted applicants will be invited to visit between November and April, to meet our current students and staff.
Get in touch if you have any questions
Department of Economics and Related Studies, Department of Mathematics
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