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Mathematics and Actuarial Science at UEA
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Find out moreBSc (Hons) Mathematics with Finance with a Placement Year
Key Details
- Attendance
- Full Time
- Award
- Degree of Bachelor of Science
- UCAS Course Code
- G1NP
- Entry Requirements
- BBB (specific subjects apply)
- Course Length
- 4 years
- Course Start Date
- September 2027
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Why BSc Mathematics with Finance with a Placement Year at UEA?
If you’re fascinated by maths and its real-world impact in finance, this degree gives you a strong competitive edge. In your third year, you’ll gain invaluable real-world experience in a placement.
Why choose UEA?
- Research-led teaching: Learn from active researchers who are real experts in their field
- Flexible options: Customise your degree with topics in mathematics, economics, statistics and data science
- Personalised support: Benefit from small class sizes and individual help and support
What is BSc Mathematics with Finance with a Placement Year?
This dynamic, career-focused degree combines mathematics with a deep dive into today’s financial world. You’ll study core mathematical principles alongside financial applications, data analysis, corporate finance and financial market economics.
You can tailor your degree by choosing optional modules across mathematics, economics and related subjects. This flexibility allows you to shape your studies around your interests and career goals.
Our lecturers are enthusiastic experts, many conducting world-leading research that informs their teaching. You’ll benefit from a high staff-to-student ratio, supporting your learning and helping you build deep subject knowledge.
Your third year will be spent on a placement, gaining invaluable real-world skills to boost your future career prospects.
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Placement Year
You’ll spend your first two years at UEA before undertaking an exciting placement year, then return for your final year.
Your placement lasts 9-14 months, giving you valuable, hands-on experience in a professional environment. You’ll secure your own placement with expert support, helping you connect with leading employers.
During your placement, you’ll be supported by a workplace supervisor and a dedicated UEA mentor. Regular feedback will help you grow your skills, confidence and professional experience.
And if your plans change, you can transfer to the equivalent degree without a placement year.
Careers
Career Pathways
With a BSc degree in Mathematics and Finance you could launch a career in the financial sector as a:
- Chartered Accountant: Provide a range of accountancy services and financial advice to clients
- Financial Adviser: Use your knowledge of investments and risk management to advise clients on how to manage their assets
- Actuary: Use statistics and mathematical modelling to understand and mitigate risk in businesses and financial products
- Economist: Collect and analyse data to provide specialist advice to governments and businesses
- Financial Trader: Use your financial knowledge to make investment decisions and manage trading funds for clients
Career Support
Your degree goes beyond technical mathematics, equipping you with the skills to succeed in a competitive global job market. You’ll develop strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities that employers actively seek. We work closely with the Careers Service to support your career development at every stage. Employability is embedded across modules, with assessments including elements of group work and communication across a range of formats.
For more information, check out mathematics careers and employability.
After the Course
Graduating from this programme opens doors to a wide range of high-impact careers from finance and banking to data science and consultancy. The combination of your in-depth mathematics knowledge and your specialist expertise in finance will give you a competitive edge in the financial sector.
Study and Modules
Structure
In your first year, you’ll build a strong foundation in mathematics and core financial concepts. You’ll deepen your understanding of calculus, mechanics and probability, building on your A-Level studies. You’ll also explore major financial issues and current financial affairs while developing essential data analytics skills. Group work is central, helping you build collaboration, communication and presentation skills across different media.
Compulsory Modules
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Structure
In your second year, you’ll deepen your knowledge of key mathematical and financial principles. You’ll also choose optional modules to tailor your studies and complete your credits. Options may include mathematics, statistics, economics and data science, helping you shape your own academic path.
Compulsory Modules
Optional A Modules
(Min Credits: 20, Max Credits: 40)Optional B Modules
(Min Credits: 0, Max Credits: 20)Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Structure
In your second year, you’ll deepen your knowledge of key mathematical and financial principles. You’ll also choose optional modules to tailor your studies and complete your credits. Options may include mathematics, statistics, economics and data science, helping you shape your own academic path.
Compulsory Modules
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Structure
In the final year of your degree, you'll study financial mathematics and the economics of financial markets. You'll then choose from a range of available mathematical, statistical and financial topics to further your interests and career aspirations.
Compulsory Modules
Optional A Modules
(Min Credits: 60, Max Credits: 80)Optional B Modules
(Min Credits: 0, Max Credits: 20)Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Teaching and Learning, and Assessment
Teaching and Learning
You’ll learn through interactive lectures, supported by online notes and recorded content for flexible study.
Regular problem sheets help you test your understanding and practise key mathematical techniques. Workshops provide personalised support, with opportunities to work through examples and ask questions. Some modules include computer lab sessions and dedicated time for collaborative group work.
You’ll also benefit from weekly office hours, where lecturers are available to support your learning.
At the start of your degree, weekly tutorials help you transition smoothly from school to university. In small groups, you’ll discuss problems with a lecturer, building confidence and connections.
You’ll have around 14 hours of classes weekly in year one, reducing to about 10 hours by your final year.
Assessment
Assessment methods vary by module but usually involve a mix of coursework and written examinations. We use a range of assessment methods for coursework, including traditional problem sheets, written project reports, presentations, portfolios, programming assignments, group work and oral assessments.
Written coursework is returned to you with individual feedback and lecturers are available to provide additional feedback in their office hours.
Entry Requirements
- This course is open to
UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.
We welcome and value a wide range of qualifications, and we recognise that some students might take a mixture of different qualifications. We have listed typical examples that we accept for entry.
You should hold or be working towards the specified English and Mathematics requirements and one of the examples of typical entry qualifications listed below. If your qualifications aren’t listed, or if you are taking a combination of qualifications that isn’t specified, please contact Admissions.
- English and Mathematics
All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at minimum grade 4 or grade C.
We accept a wide range of English Language qualifications, please see our English Language equivalencies(opens in a new window) page.
- Typical UK Entry Requirements
A levels
BBB including grade B in Mathematics.
Where applicable Science A Levels awarded by an English Exam board require a pass in the practical element.
Level 3 Extended Diploma: DDM plus grade B in A level Mathematics.
Where applicable Science A Levels awarded by an English Exam board require a pass in the practical element.
Combinations of BTEC and A levels
Extended Diploma: DDM plus grade B in A level Mathematics.
Diploma: DD plus grade B in A level Mathematics.
Extended Certificate: D plus grade BB at A level including Mathematics grade B.
Where applicable Science A Levels awarded by an English Exam board require a pass in the practical element. Critical Thinking & General Studies are not accepted.
BTEC in Public Services, Uniformed Services and Business Administration are all excluded from our BTEC offers
Access to HE Diploma
Pass Access to HE Diploma with Merit in 45 credits at Level 3 including 12 credits in Mathematics at Merit.
Interview required.T levels
Not accepted
Foundation Year options:
If you do not meet the academic requirements for direct entry, you may be interested in one of our Foundation Year programmes such as - https://www.uea.ac.uk/course/undergraduate/bsc-mathematics-with-a-foundation-year
- Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements
International Baccalaureate
31 points overall including HL5 in Mathematics (Applications and Interpretation or Analysis and Approaches).
Irish Leaving Certificate
3 subjects at H2 including Mathematics and 3 subjects at H3.
Scottish Highers
AABBB. Only accepted in combination with Scottish Advanced Highers Grade B in Mathematics.
Scottish Advanced Highers
BCC including grade B in Mathematics. A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable
- Deferred Entry
We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year. We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.
- Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all undergraduate applicants.
- Recent Study
We would prefer you to be able to demonstrate evidence of recent academic study within 5 years of the start of the course. If your last qualification will have been completed more than 5 years ago by the time the course starts, please contact Admissions.
- This course is open to
UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.
We welcome and value a wide range of qualifications, and we recognise that some students might take a mixture of different qualifications. We have listed typical examples that we accept for entry.
You should hold or be working towards the specified English and Mathematics requirements and one of the examples of typical entry qualifications listed below. If your qualifications aren’t listed, or if you are taking a combination of qualifications that isn’t specified, please contact Admissions.
- English and Mathematics
All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at minimum grade 4 or grade C.
We accept a wide range of English Language qualifications, please see our English Language equivalencies(opens in a new window) page.
- Typical International Entry Requirements
We accept many international qualifications for entry to this course. For specific details about your country, view our information for International Students(opens in a new window).
A levels
BBB including grade B in Mathematics.
Where applicable Science A Levels awarded by an English Exam board require a pass in the practical element. Critical Thinking & General Studies are not accepted.
International Baccalaureate
31 points overall including HL5 in Mathematics (Applications and Interpretation or Analysis and Approaches).
- UEA International Study Centre
If you do not meet the academic and/or English language requirements for direct entry our partner, UEA International Study Centre offers progression on to this undergraduate degree upon successful completion of a preparation programme. Depending on your interests, and your qualifications you can take a variety of routes to this degree.
- English Foreign Language
Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading):
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IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components)
We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies(opens in a new window) for a list of example qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.
Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.
If you do not yet meet the English language requirements for this course, INTO UEA offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study.
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- Deferred Entry
We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year. We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.
- Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all undergraduate applicants.
- Recent Study
We would prefer you to be able to demonstrate evidence of recent academic study within 5 years of the start of the course. If your last qualification will have been completed more than 5 years ago by the time the course starts, please contact Admissions.
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Fees and Funding
Tuition fees for the Academic Year 2027/28 are:
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UK Students: £10,050
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International Students: £24,250
We estimate living expenses at £1,171 per month.
Further Information on tuition fees can be found here(opens in a new window).
Scholarships and Bursaries
We are committed to ensuring that costs do not act as a barrier to those aspiring to come to a world leading university and have developed a funding package to reward those with excellent qualifications and assist those from lower income backgrounds. View our range of Scholarships(opens in a new window) for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.
Course Related Costs
You’re eligible for reduced fees during your placement year. More details are available at tuition fees. There may be extra costs related to items such as travel and accommodation during your placement year, which will vary depending on location.
There are no other additional course fees or related costs for our mathematics degrees. You may wish to use textbooks, but these can be accessed through our Library, so you don’t need to purchase your own copies. A laptop or tablet computer may be useful, but there are ample computing facilities available on campus for you to use.
Please see additional course fees for general infomration about course-related costs.
How to Apply
Apply for this course through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Services (UCAS), using UCAS Hub.
UCAS Hub is a secure online application system that allows you to apply for full-time undergraduate courses at universities and colleges in the United Kingdom.
Your application does not have to be completed all at once. Register or sign in to UCAS to get started.
Once you submit your completed application, UCAS will process it and send it to your chosen universities and colleges.
The Institution code for the University of East Anglia is E14.
View our guide to applying through UCAS for useful tips, key dates and further information: