Financial Mathematics (includes foundation year)

About this programme

Financial Mathematics Code G1NF Applicant Visiting Days Applicant Visiting Days --> Attend an Open Day Attend an Open Day Open Days - Register Now Open Days - Register Now --> Apply Now Scholarships and Bursaries worth over £15,000 – apply now --> Accepting late applications Apply now --> Designed for students who do not have a sufficient or relevant academic background, the BSc Financial Mathematics with integrated foundation year course at Aberystwyth University is the perfect option to access this highly sought-after degree scheme. In the foundation year, you will be brought up to speed on the fundamentals of Mathematics, providing a solid base for you to continue onto the full undergraduate degree. At Aberystwyth you will be taught core mathematical skills, including algebra, calculus and statistics, along with specialist mathematical techniques in a financial context, for example, in stochastic modelling of the stock market. During your degree you will acquire a solid understanding of the principles of economics and of financial accounting and management. This degree is accredited by the IMA (Institute for Mathematics and its Applications), the UK's learned and professional society for mathematics, directly contributing to your recognition as a Chartered Mathematician. All lecturers in the Department of Mathematics are qualified to PhD level and are research active. The majority have a postgraduate teaching qualification and new staff are required to complete the PGCTHE. The department also employs a number of part time tutors, with extensive teaching experience, a