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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Economics and Mathematics

University of Bristol

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215 reviews

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Economics and Mathematics course at University of Bristol.

Select a qualification to see required grades

A level

A*,A*,A

Standard offer: A*A*A including A* in Mathematics and A in another mathematics-related subject, or A*AA including A*A (in any order) in Mathematics and Further Mathematics. Mathematics-related subjects include Biology; Chemistry; Computer Science; Economics; and Physics. STEP paper achievement may be included as part of an alternative offer. Contextual offer: AAA including Mathematics and another mathematics-related subject, or AAB including AA in Mathematics and Further Mathematics. Please visit: bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements-qualifications/contextual-offers/ for more information about contextual offers.

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,535 per year
Scotland£9,535 per year
Wales£9,535 per year
Northern Ireland£9,535 per year
Channel Islands£9,535 per year
Republic of Ireland£9,535 per year
EU£28,200 per year
International£28,200 per year

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: LG11

Here's what University of Bristol says about its Economics and Mathematics course.

This joint honours degree combines high-level mathematics with a technically rigorous economics programme that emphasises the use of mathematical tools, including econometrics – the application of statistical methods to data to estimate economic models.

This degree will give you an edge in applying the rigour and logic of mathematics to a wide range of economic phenomena. For example, you'll learn how to use advanced linear algebra to analyse high-dimensional economic data or how to use the mathematical structure of complex networks to model strategic interactions.

You'll benefit from teaching that's informed by the latest developments and cutting-edge research. Our research ranks in the top five amongst UK universities for economics and econometrics as well as for mathematics (REF 2021). We are also home to the Economics Network, which improves the teaching and learning of economics in universities throughout the UK and Europe.

You'll build a solid grounding in the fundamentals of both disciplines, including applied analysis, probability and statistics, micro- and macroeconomics, and econometrics. You'll also be able to tailor your degree to suit your interests and career ambitions with optional modules – exploring topics ranging from data science to behavioural economics, financial mathematics to machine learning, time series analysis to international trade, and more.

The option to undertake a final year dissertation also gives you the opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills in a specialist area of economics, as you hone your research and analysis capabilities exploring a question of particular interest to you.

By the end of the programme, you'll be well-prepared for a successful career. On average, Bristol economics students earn 26% more than other UK economics graduates within five years of graduation – typically enjoying salaries between £42,500 and £77,500 per year (discoveruni.gov.uk, 2024).

Recent BSc Economics and Mathematics graduates have gone on to roles such as Data Analyst, Proprietary Trader, Audit Associate, and Environmental Advisor. They work at globally renowned organisations including JP Morgan, Amazon, PwC, and Scotiabank.

Our Economics and Mathematics BSc is accredited by IFoA.

Source: University of Bristol

Course details

Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Department

School of Economics, Finance and Management

Location

Main Site | Bristol

Duration

3 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Mathematics

• Economics

Start date

September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

University of Bristol reviews

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Variety of different societies offered. Lots of polls etc. sent out so seemed to have an interest in student voices. Subsidised food :)

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2nd year

Mathematics

Excellent night life + gay scene. Also lots of excellent art events (markets, little arthouse cinemas, museums) if you're so inclined. Not crazy-busy, for a city.

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2nd year

Mathematics

Low-income, and so was offered a lot of additional assistance. Still, Bristol is quite an expensive place to live, so do be wary.

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2nd year

Mathematics

Welfare services were fantastic with me, fast-tracked my transfer to Student Health Services and got me a same-day appointment. Tutors and lecturers have also, as mentioned, been very supportive and down-to-earth, even in their criticisms.

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Mathematics

Facilities are beautiful, usually very clean. Physics and philosophy buildings have lovely little gardens. Will's Memorial library is gorgeous and makes a very, very cosy study space. Incredibly easy to reserve, borrow, & auto-renew books through the library system. Some 24-hour libraries too, which...

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2nd year

Mathematics

Decently-structured timetable: not too overwhelming, but enough things on each day to justify commuting. Had enough time to get to each location. Feedback was generally very good---better on the maths side I would say, however my first philosophy essay received some incredibly thorough feedback. Lec...

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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 Economics and Mathematics course at University of Bristol 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

Mathematics
Economics

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

85%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

88%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

77%

med

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

94%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

81%

med

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

87%

med

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

73%

low

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?

77%

med

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

83%

med

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

91%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

64%

low

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

82%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

77%

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How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

88%

low

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

79%

low

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

83%

med

How well organised is your course?

79%

low

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

87%

low

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

84%

low

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

88%

low

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

62%

low

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

89%

med

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

74%

low

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

71%

med

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

83%

low

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

76%

low

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

85%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

86%

low

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

69%

low

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

86%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

78%

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?

67%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

82%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

74%

low

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

75%

low

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

75%

low

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

58%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

79%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

60%

low

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

85%

low

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

79%

low

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

81%

med

How well organised is your course?

81%

low

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

86%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

85%

low

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

90%

med

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

57%

low

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

90%

med

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

73%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

68%

low

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

83%

low

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

85%

med

Student information

The Economics and Mathematics course at University of Bristol 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.

Mathematics
Economics
Mode of study
Full-time96%Part-time4%
Gender ratio
Female33%Male67%
Where students come from
International23%UK77%
Student performance
2:1 or above76%
Number of students1,145
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
MathematicsA*
Further MathematicsA*
PhysicsA
ChemistryA
Computer ScienceA
Mode of study
Full-time96%Part-time4%
Gender ratio
Female33%Male67%
Where students come from
International26%UK74%
Student performance
2:1 or above84%
Number of students1,710
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
MathematicsA
EconomicsA*
PhysicsA
ChemistryA
Further MathematicsA*
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

We have no information about graduates who took Economics and Mathematics at University of Bristol.

Earnings after graduation

The Economics and Mathematics course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for University of Bristol graduate earnings across each of those subject areas.

Mathematical sciences
Economics

Earnings

£29.9k

First year after graduation

£39.4k

Third year after graduation

£47.8k

Fifth year after graduation

Earnings

£35k

First year after graduation

£44.5k

Third year after graduation

£59.9k

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 Economics and Mathematics.

Source: LEO

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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