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

Economics and Mathematics

University of Sheffield

(4.3)
1200 reviews

Entry requirements

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

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Most popular A-levels studied

The Economics and Mathematics course at University of Sheffield 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
SubjectGrade
MathematicsA
Further MathematicsA
PhysicsB
ChemistryA
EconomicsA
SubjectGrade
EconomicsA
MathematicsA
GeographyA
Business StudiesA
HistoryA
Source: HESA

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: LG11

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

This dual honours degree combines advanced mathematical and technical skills with the opportunity to apply these to real-world economics issues and policy.

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

Economics and mathematics complement one another perfectly, giving you the chance to develop the analytical skills that support sound economic reasoning – and the highly effective problem solving of a mathematician.

In your first year you will focus primarily on the mathematics modules, while also gaining 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 choose from modules across both subjects to find a balance that suits you. You’ll also have the chance to do a year-long work placement, starting after your second year. This is a great opportunity to get paid work experience with employers in the UK.

Why study this course?

  • Research-informed teaching - you’ll be taught by mathematics experts and economists whose modules are informed by their latest research.

  • 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.

Source: University of Sheffield

Course details

Qualification

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

Department

School of Economics

Location

Main Site | Sheffield

Duration

3 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Mathematics

• Economics

Start date

28 September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

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(4.3)
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5 star
59%
4 star
25%
3 star
9%
2 star
4%
1 star
3%
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Sheffield

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 Sheffield 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?

83%

low

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

97%

high

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

82%

med

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

91%

med

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

86%

med

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

95%

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?

79%

low

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

84%

med

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

91%

med

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

94%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

79%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

86%

med

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

88%

med

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

97%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

96%

high

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

91%

high

How well organised is your course?

87%

med

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

95%

high

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

90%

med

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

95%

med

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

71%

med

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?

92%

high

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

87%

high

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

87%

med

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

92%

high

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

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

87%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

94%

high

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

80%

med

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

88%

med

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

84%

med

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

91%

high

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

81%

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

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?

89%

high

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

70%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

91%

high

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

71%

med

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

96%

high

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

89%

med

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

90%

high

How well organised is your course?

90%

med

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

90%

med

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

92%

med

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

93%

med

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?

90%

high

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

86%

high

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

84%

med

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

86%

med

Student information

The Economics and Mathematics course at University of Sheffield 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-time95%Part-time5%
Gender ratio
Female34%Male66%
Where students come from
International16%UK84%
Student performance
2:1 or above67%
Number of students480
Mode of study
Full-time97%Part-time3%
Gender ratio
Female30%Male70%
Where students come from
International25%UK75%
Student performance
2:1 or above75%
Number of students1,015
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

The Economics and Mathematics course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about University of Sheffield graduates across each of those subject areas.

Mathematics
Economics

Graduate statistics

75%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

80%

In work, study or other activity

80%

Say it fits with future plans

50%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

25%

Information Technology Professionals

15%

Business and public service associate professionals

15%

Finance Professionals

10%

Administrative occupations

Graduate statistics

80%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

80%

In work, study or other activity

80%

Say it fits with future plans

55%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

25%

Finance Professionals

20%

Business and public service associate professionals

15%

Administrative occupations

15%

Business, Research and Administrative Professionals

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

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

Mathematical sciences
Economics

Earnings

£26.6k

First year after graduation

£33.2k

Third year after graduation

£38k

Fifth year after graduation

Earnings

£29.2k

First year after graduation

£34.7k

Third year after graduation

£46.4k

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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