The BSc Financial Mathematics course will study topics such as analysis of shares, equities, cash flows and interest rates, along with an introduction to the principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics. Informed by the Department of Mathematics’ internationall -leading research and our close partnerships with industry, you will be taught in a lively and supportive environment where teaching and research are well integrated. Along with technical and analytical skills, you will also develop important general skills such as the ability to think independently, communicate effectively, meet deadlines and work well in teams. Rather than asking which careers require mathematics, the question should probably be which careers do not. Not only are mathematics and statistics central to science, technology and finance-related fields, but also the logical insight, analytical skills and intellectual discipline gained from a mathematical education are highly sought after in areas such as law, business and management. Additionally, there is a strong demand for new mathematics teachers to meet the ongoing shortage in schools. In your third year you may take a module in ‘Mathematics Education', which will give you direct experience of life in a local school. Students who undertake this module are often recruited by the teaching profession. Many of our graduates start their careers with some of the most sought-after employers in the UK or further afield. Recent graduates have entered employment in roles such as: Actuarial Trainee, Ageas Insurance Ltd; Credit Risk Analyst, Lloyds Banking Group; Financial Analyst, Cummins Inc.; Actuarial Analyst, Capital Life and Pensions; Junior Management Accountant, Virgin Media and Actuarial Analyst, KPMG.