Finance and Mathematics

Studying Finance and Mathematics at Royal Holloway means that you will learn from internationally renowned experts at two of the UK’s top ten teaching and research centres for both Economics and Mathematics. Economics is one of the most influential and liveliest disciplines in today's world, affecting the lives and fortunes of everyone on the planet. This joint degree offers a complete education in the theories and methods of economics, with a strong focus on analytical methods and the opportunity to specialise in the fields of financial markets and industrial economics. The knowledge and transferable skills gained will lead to excellent career prospects in public and private management, financial institutions and in government.

Through this course you will develop an in-depth understanding of economics at all levels – from the company to the state, and beyond. You will focus on the quantitative and economic analysis within the financial markets; develop skills in mathematics and statistics and learn to tackle economic problems; gain important quantitative and computing skills that are widely applicable as well as skills in logical reasoning and gain experience in logical and philosophical reasoning. In your final year you will study financial economics, mathematics of financial markets as well as advanced financial mathematics.

Our balanced approach to research and teaching guarantees high quality teaching from subject leaders, cutting edge materials and intellectually challenging debates. Our courses follow a coherent and developmental structure which we combined with an effective and flexible approach to study.

Accredited by CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants). On completing this course you'll be able to apply for 8 exemptions.

• Understand the notion of probability theory methods of statistics.

• Examine the use of computational techniques of matrix theory.

• Apply theory and practice within our mock trading environment and gain knowledge that will enhance your CV.

Course Modules

Core Modules

Year 1

You will take the following modules in Finance:

• Calculus I

• Introduction to Pure Mathematics

• Statistical Methods 1

• Applied Economics and Policy

• Employability 1

• Principles of Economics

• Calculus II

• Linear Algebra I

• Academic Integrity

Year 2

• Financial Markets and Institutions

• Probability Theory

• Employability 2

• Macroeconomics

• Microeconomics

• Statistical Methods 2

Year 3

• Financial Mathematics I

• Employability 3

• Financial Mathematics II

• Financial Economics 1

• Financial Economics 2

Optional Modules

Below is a taster of some of the exciting optional modules that students on the course could choose from during this academic year. Please be aware these do change over time, and optional modules may be withdrawn or new ones added.

Year 1

• All modules are core

Year 2

• Complex Analysis

• Ordinary Differential Equations and Fourier Analysis

• Scientific Programming

• Linear Algebra II

• Ring Theory

• Vector Calculus

Year 3

• Advanced Econometrics I

• Advanced Topics in Game Theory

• Corporate Finance

• Data Analysis with Matlab

• Dissertation in Economics

• Economics of Inequality

• Group Theory

• Philosophy of Economics

• Inference

• Topology

• Mathematics Project

• Behavioural Economics

• Economics of Warfare 2

• Environmental Economics

• Financial Econometrics with Data Science

• Labour Economics

• Markov Chains and Applications

• Monetary Economics

• Non-Linear Dynamic Systems

• Number Theory

• Personnel Economics

• Public Economics

• Quantum Information and Coding

• Topics in Development Economics

• Topics in Economic History

• Topics in Game Theory

• Understanding Financial Crises

• Advanced Econometrics II

• Combinatorics

• Economics of the European Union

• Industrial Economics 1

• Industrial Economics 2

https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/studying-here/undergraduate/economics/finance-and-mathematics/

Teaching is mostly by means of lectures and seminars, the latter providing a forum for students to work through problem sets and applications in a smaller and more interactive setting. Outside of scheduled teaching sessions, students work independently, or collaboratively, researching, reading and preparing for seminars.

Assessment is usually carried out by end of year examinations as well as class tests and assignments. Final year students can choose to complete an extended essay, which offers students the chance to conduct an original piece of research.