Financial Mathematics (BSc Hons - Single)

Overview

This course aims to develop the mathematical and statistical skills that are applicable to the financial services. The main focus of the course is the application of these techniques to the analysis and modelling of the financial markets using advanced computer-based applications. The course also provides a more general business education that will enable the mathematical techniques to be used appropriately and with confidence.

London Metropolitan Business School

www.londonmet.ac.uk/lmbs/

Course contents

Three levels, each of 120 credits.

Level 1 topics include:

• Calculus and Linear Algebra
• Proofs, Number Theory and Graph Theory
  
• Mathematical Programming
  
• Statistics with Financial Maths 1

Level 2 topics include:

• Further Calculus with Differential Equations
• Statistics with Financial Maths 2
• Operational Research
• Computational Mathematics
  

Level 3 topics include:

• Project
• Mathematical Modelling
• Financial and Statistical Modelling
  

Options include:

• Cryptography and Error Correcting Codes
• Algebra and Analysis
  
• Financial Reporting
• Work Placement

Assessment

You are assessed via tests, exams, essays, individual and group research projects and a final dissertation with regular supportive feedback.

Professional accreditation

Graduate membership of the Institute of Mathematics and its applications.

Careers

Mainly the Graduates from this degree course are able to embark upon careers in the field of mathematics but also work more broadly in the computing industry, finance. In addition the graduates from this course can proceed to PGCE in Secondary Mathematics Teaching as well as MSc Mathematics areas. There are careers for which a degree in mathematics is either essential or a strong advantage. These fall into a number of general areas:

• 1. Scientific research, design and development
• 2. Management services and computing
• 3. Financial work
• 4. Statistical work
• 5. Teaching
• 6. Postgraduate study

The Faculty of Computing's World of Work (WoW) Agency offers opportunities to enhance employability skills, gain real experience and 'earn while you learn' through placements into real client-driven projects - working with business and industry.

Student profiles

'I found the right depth and emphasis in applied maths that I was looking for in the BSc (Hons) Financial Mathematics degree course offered at London Met.'
'The programme is designed with a good theoretical balance in mathematics and statistics along with their relevant practical applications. The low student per class ratio especially in the tutorials personally gives me a sense of a relaxed atmosphere and personalised teaching.'
'Throughout the course we learn computer application packages relevant to industries such as Matlab, SAS, SPSS and Maple.'
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Applying and entry

Sept full-time: apply through UCAS
Sept part-time, Feb 2013 full/part-time: apply direct to the University - contact Admissions for an application form.

Entry requirements

In addition to the University's standard entry requirements, you should have GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above, or Higher Diploma (or equivalent), and one of the following:

• At least 200 points, of which at least 120 must be from a relevant area, from two or more A levels, one of which must be in Mathematics
• At least 200 points, of which at least 120 must be from a relevant area, from two A levels including Science, Physics or Engineering or from a BTEC National Diploma in Science, Engineering or relevant subject area with at least three merits in the final year, excluding common skills

Accelerated study

Prior academic qualifications or work-based experience may exempt you from part of the course.

Further information

Please contact the Admissions Office:
Tel: +44(0)20 7133 4202
Fax: +44(0)20 7133 2677
Email: admissions@londonmet.ac.uk
or for further academic questions, contact Nino Folic