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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Finance and Mathematics with a Year in Business
Royal Holloway, University of London
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Finance and Mathematics with a Year in Business course at Royal Holloway, University of London.
Select a qualification to see required grades
GCSE/National 4/National 5
We require at least five GCSEs at grade A*-C or 9 - 4 including English and Mathematics.
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Wales | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| EU | £28,500 per year |
| International | £28,500 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: N3G1
Here's what Royal Holloway, University of London says about its Finance and Mathematics with a Year in Business course.
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.
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Understand the notion of probability theory methods of statistics.
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Examine the use of computational techniques of matrix theory.
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Apply theory and practice within our mock trading environment and gain knowledge that will enhance your CV.
Source: Royal Holloway, University of London
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Mathematics
Location
Main Site | Egham
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Mathematics
• Financial economics
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
The modules you will study
Please refer to our website for information: https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/economics/finance-and-mathematics-with-a-year-in-business.aspx
How you will be assessed
Your course will be assessed by a combination of examinations and in-course assignments in the form of essays or presentations.
Royal Holloway, University of London reviews
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2nd year student
Things a little expensive but there's always something on. Summer Ball ticketing is a bit of a joke. They offer a certain number of cheaper tickets early but you have to be lightning fast to secure the.ticket at th e cheaper price. Plenty of variety and bars eating and shops
1 year ago
2nd year student
There's always something on , Egham a bit run down but campus socialising is great. There's everything you need on campus ,although exploring further afield like Windsor and London is reasonable on the train.
1 year ago
2nd year student
This is my main negative with this university. I was in really nice halls Kingswood 1st year. Affordable nice location. 2nd year halls were not an option so had to find private. Expensive. The student finance maintenance loan.does not cover then full cost. Work opportunities are few at the univers...
1 year ago
2nd year student
Support has been OK.
1 year ago
2nd year student
Lack of affordable accommodation for continuing students. Student union on campus great safe little expensive.Other facilities library etc good.
1 year ago
2nd year student
As stated course content challenging and found that workload high but was able.to keep on top of assignments. Tutors helpful and approachable.
1 year ago
National Student Survey (NSS) scores
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
The Finance and Mathematics with a Year in Business course at Royal Holloway, University of London 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
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
84%
low
Teaching on my course
84%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
86%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
87%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
72%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
89%
med
Learning opportunities
69%
low
Learning opportunities
69%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
65%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
86%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
85%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
61%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
48%
low
Assessment and feedback
74%
low
Assessment and feedback
74%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
69%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
79%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
71%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
84%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
68%
low
Academic support
85%
low
Academic support
85%
low
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
94%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
76%
low
Organisation and management
61%
low
Organisation and management
61%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
58%
low
How well organised is your course?
64%
low
Learning resources
87%
low
Learning resources
87%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
88%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
74%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
98%
high
Student voice
61%
low
Student voice
61%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
51%
low
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
74%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
57%
low
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
65%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
85%
low
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
64%
low
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
84%
med
Teaching on my course
84%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
90%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
89%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
73%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
86%
med
Learning opportunities
82%
med
Learning opportunities
82%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
80%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
86%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
80%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
87%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
79%
med
Assessment and feedback
74%
med
Assessment and feedback
74%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
79%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
80%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
55%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
89%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
69%
med
Academic support
86%
med
Academic support
86%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
88%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
85%
med
Organisation and management
87%
med
Organisation and management
87%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
85%
med
How well organised is your course?
89%
med
Learning resources
87%
med
Learning resources
87%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
81%
low
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
87%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
92%
med
Student voice
81%
med
Student voice
81%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
74%
high
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
88%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
78%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
77%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
90%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
87%
med
Student information
The Finance and Mathematics with a Year in Business course at Royal Holloway, University of London 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.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Mathematics | B | |||||
| Physics | C | |||||
| Further Mathematics | C | |||||
| Chemistry | B | |||||
| Economics | B | |||||
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Economics | B | |||||
| Mathematics | C | |||||
| Psychology | B | |||||
| Business Studies | B | |||||
| Biology | C | |||||
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
The Finance and Mathematics with a Year in Business course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about Royal Holloway, University of London graduates across each of those subject areas.
Graduate statistics
80%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
75%
In work, study or other activity
65%
Say it fits with future plans
45%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
20%
Information Technology Professionals
15%
Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
10%
Finance Professionals
10%
Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
Graduate statistics
73%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
88%
In work, study or other activity
75%
Say it fits with future plans
35%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
35%
Finance Professionals
14%
Administrative occupations
9%
Business and public service associate professionals
8%
Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
The Finance and Mathematics with a Year in Business course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for Royal Holloway, University of London graduate earnings across each of those subject areas.
Earnings
£26.3k
First year after graduation
£32.1k
Third year after graduation
£44.9k
Fifth year after graduation
Earnings
£28.1k
First year after graduation
£32.5k
Third year after graduation
£44.9k
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 Finance and Mathematics with a Year in Business.
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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