Economics and Mathematics

Combine advanced mathematical and technical skills with the opportunity to apply these to real-world economic issues.

Combine advanced mathematical and technical skills with the opportunity to apply these to real-world economic issues.

Learn fundamental mathematical concepts and hone your problem solving abilities in your first year, developing programming skills using Python and R, and learn to present your work as a professional mathematician using LaTeX.

Alongside, gain a foundational knowledge of microeconomic and macroeconomic analysis and their roles in economic policy making and analysis.

In your second and third years, you’ll have the freedom to choose from in-depth optional modules across both subjects to find a balance that suits your interests and aspirations.

You’ll also have the opportunity to opt to do a year-long work placement after your second year. This is a great opportunity to get paid work experience with employers in the UK, allowing you to test out a career path, build up your CV and grow your network of contacts.

Why study this course?

• Top 10 in the UK for mathematics - The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026

• Variety, choice and flexibility - From a broad grounding in economic theory and analysis, this course allows you to specialise in your area of interest.

• Work experience opportunities - This degree comes with the opportunity to do a year-long, paid work placement with a leading employer in your second year. You will also be able to do internships, voluntary work and access employability advice and workshops through the Sheffield Economics Employability Development (SEED) scheme.

• Excellent career prospects - Our graduates develop the key skills that employers in a variety of fields value. They go on to kick start careers across computing, banking, actuarial work and data science for employers such as Amazon, the Bank of England, Goldman Sachs, IBM, PwC, HM Treasury, the NHS and the Civil Service.