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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Mathematics with Economics
Aston University, Birmingham
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Mathematics with Economics course at Aston University, Birmingham.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
A,B,B
ABB including grade A in Maths: Standard offer. BBB including grade B in Maths: If the student is also presenting either Core Maths or Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) grade B. BBC including grade B in Maths: Contextual offer (more details https://www2.aston.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/contextual-offer).
Most popular A-levels studied
The Mathematics with Economics course at Aston University, Birmingham features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | B |
| Further Mathematics | C |
| Chemistry | C |
| Physics | C |
| Biology | B |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Economics | B |
| Mathematics | C |
| Business Studies | B |
| Psychology | B |
| Biology | C |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: G1L1
Here's what Aston University, Birmingham says about its Mathematics with Economics course.
Are you intrigued by the role of mathematics in shaping the realm of economics? If so, this course could be for you.
Course outline
Accredited* by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA), our mathematics with economics degree provides a dynamic interdisciplinary curriculum. It combines foundational mathematical concepts with economic theories, allowing you to have a deep understanding of both fields. You will engage in data analysis, quantitative techniques, and problem-solving, enhancing your analytical prowess. The program delves into economic dynamics, policy analysis, and mathematical modelling, equipping graduates with versatile skills applicable across industries.
This course is delivered jointly with the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences and Aston Business School, and combines economics, finance and business-oriented modules with applied maths modules.
Key benefits
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Professionally accredited* – Accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA)
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Power up your future – Develop the skills employers around the globe look for. Gain an edge in a fast-changing world and thrive in your career with Aston Power Skills.
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Gold standard teaching – Aston University was awarded Gold – the highest possible rating for the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF, 2023)
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Earn more – Our graduates are among the highest paid in the country, earning on average £39,800 five years after graduating (Mathematical Sciences; Longitudinal Education Outcomes, 2024)
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Excellent prospects - Ranked 3rd in the UK for ‘graduate prospects – on track’ (Mathematics; Complete University Guide, 2025)
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More for less - Ranked 2nd in the UK (Mathematics) and 8th in the UK (Economics) for ‘value added’ (Guardian, 2025)
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Recognised for quality – Aston Business School is proud to be among 1% of business schools worldwide with triple accreditation
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Excellent experience - Ranked 12th in the UK for ‘student experience’ (Economics; Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2025)
Where can this degree take me?
The transferable skills that our mathematics programmes provide mean that our graduates are successful in finding employment in a wide range of roles such as:
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Auditor
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Associate data scientist
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Junior statistician
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Tax analyst
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Systems analyst
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Graduate software engineer
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Actuarial analyst
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IT business analyst
Our graduates have gone on to work at companies such as Admiral Insurance, KPMG, Deloitte, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PWC), Grant Thornton, Experian, GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), and TikTok.
Professional accreditation *This programme is accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA). As part of the standard process, it is currently undergoing re-accreditation, with confirmation expected before September 2026.
Source: Aston University, Birmingham
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
School of Engineering and Innovation
Location
Main Site | Birmingham
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Sandwich
Subjects
• Mathematics
• Economics
Start date
14 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year |
| Wales | £9,535 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| International | £21,500 per year |
The modules you will study
For a full list of modules and course objectives, visit the course page on Aston University's website: https://www.aston.ac.uk/study/courses/mathematics-economics-bsc
How you will be assessed
For more information on how this course is assessed, visit the course page on Aston University's website: https://www.aston.ac.uk/study/courses/mathematics-economics-bsc
Aston University, Birmingham student reviews
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Aston University, Birmingham
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
The Mathematics with Economics course at Aston University, Birmingham features content from more than one subject area. Using the options below, you can see ratings from students who took courses in each of these subject areas at this uni
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Teaching on my course
94%
high
Teaching on my course
94%
high
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
100%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
98%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
83%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
95%
high
Learning opportunities
87%
high
Learning opportunities
87%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
94%
high
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
97%
high
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
76%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
84%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
86%
med
Assessment and feedback
87%
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Assessment and feedback
87%
high
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
80%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
89%
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How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
81%
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How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
95%
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How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
90%
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Academic support
95%
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Academic support
95%
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How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
94%
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How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
97%
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Organisation and management
97%
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Organisation and management
97%
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How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
98%
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How well organised is your course?
95%
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Learning resources
98%
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Learning resources
98%
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How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
98%
high
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
97%
high
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
98%
high
Student voice
88%
high
Student voice
88%
high
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
78%
high
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
92%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
95%
high
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
81%
high
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
95%
high
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
86%
med
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
93%
high
Teaching on my course
93%
high
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
95%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
96%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
89%
high
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
94%
high
Learning opportunities
90%
high
Learning opportunities
90%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
91%
high
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
94%
high
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
89%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
89%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
88%
high
Assessment and feedback
85%
high
Assessment and feedback
85%
high
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
89%
high
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
86%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
73%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
91%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
85%
high
Academic support
92%
high
Academic support
92%
high
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
91%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
93%
high
Organisation and management
91%
high
Organisation and management
91%
high
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
88%
med
How well organised is your course?
94%
high
Learning resources
92%
med
Learning resources
92%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
85%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
94%
high
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
94%
high
Student voice
88%
high
Student voice
88%
high
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
80%
high
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
91%
high
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
93%
high
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
85%
high
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
91%
high
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
83%
med
Student information
The Mathematics with Economics course at Aston University, Birmingham features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
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Earnings after graduation
The Mathematics with Economics course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for Aston University, Birmingham graduate earnings across each of those subject areas.
Earnings
£27.7k
First year after graduation
£34.7k
Third year after graduation
£37.6k
Fifth year after graduation
Earnings
£28.1k
First year after graduation
£37.6k
Third year after graduation
£48.5k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Mathematics with Economics.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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