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Master of Mathematics - MMath

Mathematics with Economics

University of Sussex

(3.8)
138 reviews

Entry requirements

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

Select a qualification to see required grades

A level

A,A,B

A-levels must include Mathematics grade A. You should also have a broad range of GCSEs 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

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£23,500 per year
International£23,500 per year

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: G1LC

Here's what University of Sussex says about its Mathematics with Economics course.

95% of our research overall in Mathematical Sciences was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)

Top 15 in the UK for Business and Economics (The Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2024)

About the course

We apply mathematics to solve real-world economic issues. On this integrated Masters course, you’ll get to understand the relationship between mathematics and economics by:

  • gaining strong foundational maths skills

  • developing an in-depth perspective on economic concepts.

You’ll learn from leading mathematicians and world-renowned economists, who are experts across both areas. Their research feeds into your teaching at every stage. Your core modules develop your knowledge of pure and applied mathematics. Options allow you to tailor your degree to your particular interests. Areas of study include:

  • differential equations

  • mathematical modelling

  • probability models

  • behavioural economics

  • shaping global policy.

To develop your analytical and modelling skills, you’ll use industry-standard software such as MATLAB, Python and R. In your final year, you’ll develop your skills in an advanced research project.

This course is particularly relevant if you’re interested in a career in research, academia or industry. You’ll have a careers coach and opportunities to engage with potential employers.

Accreditation

This programme is accredited to meet the educational requirements of the Chartered Mathematician designation awarded by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications.

MMath or BSc?

We also offer this course as a three-year BSc.

Location

Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.

About the University of Sussex

Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.

Source: University of Sussex

Course details

Qualification

Master of Mathematics - MMath

Department

Mathematics

Location

Main Site | Brighton

Duration

4 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Financial mathematics

• Economics

Start date

September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

The modules you will study

See the modules you will study by year by going to the ‘visit our course page’ link at the bottom of the page.

University of Sussex reviews

(3.8)
Based on 138 reviews from University of Sussex's students and alumni
5 star
26%
4 star
38%
3 star
27%
2 star
6%
1 star
4%
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Two stars: Could be better

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Not really a social being

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1st year student

Accommodation is quite expensive in this region and the need for a guarantor adds another expense.

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1st year student

As an international student, i have had a pleasant experience with the staff members especially with the academic advisor team

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1st year student

Ancient and not really modern

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1st year student

The modules on my course have been carefully chosen to reflect the current movement and actualities within the financial industry

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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 Mathematics with Economics course at University of Sussex 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?

96%

high

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

100%

high

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

76%

med

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

96%

high

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

70%

low

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

100%

high

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

91%

high

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?

91%

high

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

79%

low

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

91%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

80%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

88%

med

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

82%

med

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

100%

high

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

95%

med

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

100%

high

How well organised is your course?

91%

high

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

96%

high

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

95%

high

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

100%

high

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

63%

med

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

91%

med

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

86%

med

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

95%

high

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

89%

med

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

85%

med

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

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

82%

low

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

95%

high

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

81%

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?

87%

high

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

89%

med

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

83%

med

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

86%

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?

85%

med

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

83%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

68%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

70%

low

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

74%

med

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

88%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

91%

high

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

88%

med

How well organised is your course?

88%

med

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?

87%

med

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

89%

med

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

63%

med

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

79%

low

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

82%

med

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

75%

med

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

85%

med

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

85%

med

Student information

The Mathematics with Economics course at University of Sussex 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.

Economics
Mathematics
Mode of study
Full-time100%
Gender ratio
Female30%Male70%
Where students come from
International8%UK92%
Student performance
2:1 or above63%
Number of students145
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
MathematicsA
Further MathematicsC
PhysicsC
ChemistryB
BiologyC
Mode of study
Full-time100%
Gender ratio
Female27%Male73%
Where students come from
International22%UK78%
Student performance
2:1 or above68%
Number of students925
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
EconomicsB
MathematicsC
Business StudiesB
PsychologyB
Government and PoliticsB
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

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

Mathematics
Economics

Graduate statistics

65%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

90%

In work, study or other activity

65%

Say it fits with future plans

25%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

20%

Business and public service associate professionals

20%

Business, Research and Administrative Professionals

15%

Finance Professionals

10%

Administrative occupations

Graduate statistics

70%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

82%

In work, study or other activity

75%

Say it fits with future plans

40%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

15%

Business and public service associate professionals

15%

Business, Research and Administrative Professionals

10%

Administrative occupations

10%

Finance Professionals

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

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

Mathematical sciences
Economics

Earnings

£24.5k

First year after graduation

£32.5k

Third year after graduation

£42.7k

Fifth year after graduation

Earnings

£27.7k

First year after graduation

£34.3k

Third year after graduation

£45.6k

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.

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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