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Economics and Mathematics

Course details
  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-Time
  • 4 October 2027
  • Undergraduate
Course location
Main Site

Course summary

Achieve a grounding in economic theory and explore the different statistical approaches needed to analyse complex financial data.

During this course, you’ll develop your understanding of the tools and key theories within economics and mathematics. You'll use these skills to analyse contemporary problems and policy.

Mathematics is the foundation of economic analysis. By learning how mathematical language enables the development of economic and financial theory, you’ll develop the skills needed to analyse complex financial data.

In Year 1, you'll build a strong foundation in microeconomic and macroeconomic theory, while developing core mathematical and statistical tools for modelling and data analysis.

In Year 2, you'll deepen your knowledge of economic analysis and strengthen your mathematics, econometric and statistical skills to help you to understand and interpret real-world data. You'll also select from a range of optional units to broaden your learning.

In your final year, you'll select from a wide range of optional units. This will give you the freedom to focus on your interests and career ambitions. These units will span topics like advanced economics and econometrics, as well as rigorous mathematics, statistics and data-science methods.

Throughout this course, you’ll explore mathematical methods and techniques such as algebra, analysis, probability and statistics. You’ll also learn the programming skills to implement computational modelling and analysis in economic contexts.

How to apply

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
D120
Institution code:
B16
Campus name:
Main Site

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level
A*AA

Typical offer:
A*AA in three A levels including A*A in Mathematics and Further Mathematics.

We strongly prefer that you study a full A level in Further Mathematics. An alternative offer is available if you have only studied Further Mathematics at AS level, please see our website for further information.

Contextual offer:
A*A in Mathematics and Further Mathematics plus B in a third A level.

Alternative offer:
A*A in Mathematics and Further Mathematics plus B in a third A level plus additional study - please see the course pages on our website.

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

Access to HE Diploma
Not accepted

Scottish Advanced Higher
AA

AA in two Advanced Highers including Mathematics.

We make offers based on Advanced Highers. You will typically be expected to have completed five Scottish Highers and your grades in these will be considered as part of your application. We prefer applicants who have achieved AAAAA in their Highers.

AQA Level 3 Technical Level (720 glh)
Not accepted

AQA Level 3 Technical Level (540 glh)
Not accepted

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Offer: 36

Typical offer:
36 points overall and either 7, 6, 6 in three Higher Level subjects including 6 in Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches or 7, 6, 5 in three Higher Level subjects including 7 in Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches.

Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches is required at Higher Level. We cannot consider Mathematics: Applications & Interpretations for this course.

Contextual offer:
36 points overall and 6, 6, 6 or 7, 6, 5 in three Higher Level subjects including 6 in Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches.

AQA Level 3 Technical Level (1080 glh)
Not accepted

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Not accepted

AQA Level 3 (Foundation) Technical Level (360 glh)
Not accepted

GSCE requirements
GCSE English Language or Literature grade 4 or C

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Not enough data available

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland£10050*

* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Home (UK) fees for 2027/28 have not yet been confirmed and are subject to parliamentary approval.

For information on tuition fees visit our web pages: https://www.bath.ac.uk/topics/tuition-fees/

For information about our scholarships and bursaries visit: https://www.bath.ac.uk/topics/undergraduate-scholarships-bursaries-and-other-funding/

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