Financial Mathematics (with Foundation Year)

About this programme

Every journey starts with a single step and your foundation year is just the start. You’ll focus on mathematics while exploring science. This combination gets you off to a flying start as you move on to BSc (Hons) Financial Mathematics in your second year. You’ll take part in a series of projects both individually and in a group – some set by industry and some based on real world-scenarios. This develops your problem-solving and creative thinking skills whilst providing a practical focus. If you find financial mathematics isn’t for you, we can support you to move into one of our other mathematics courses at the end of your foundation year. for teaching quality in Mathematics (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026). of BSc (Hons) Financial Mathematics (FT) students were positive about the academic support on their course (National Student Survey 2026). to have the opportunity to take part in regular events hosted on campus by the local branch of the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications. The financial services industry makes a significant contribution to the UK economy, and effective financial management is vital to the success of any business. That’s why skilled financial mathematicians are in such high demand. This course gives you a broad knowledge of financial mathematics in accountancy practice, the operations of financial markets, and the wider business environment, so that when you graduate you’ll have a solid but flexible knowledge base that will put you in a fantastic position to get the job that you want.