Financial Mathematics (Extended Degree)

This course equips you with a solid foundation in both mathematics and finance, blending theory and practical skills, with the option of a placement year for hands-on experience.

From the start, you’ll dive into the world of financial decision-making, using mathematical tools to tackle complex challenges. Whether you're deciphering market trends or optimising investment strategies, you'll build sharp analytical and problem-solving skills.

As you progress, you will have the opportunity to apply advanced methods to real-world financial problems and examine topics such as investment strategies and risk management in financial institutions.

The final-year project lets you investigate a financial mathematics topic in depth, building your research and technical skills. Throughout your course, industry-relevant software and tools are available, including AI, to prepare for a range of careers or further study.

You will be encouraged to build a diverse skill set - from analytical thinking to AI and computing – providing a strong launchpad for a wide variety of career paths.

Extended Degree
This extended degree provides an alternative route to higher education and supports those who don’t meet the standard entry requirements for an undergraduate degree. It includes a foundation year where you will enhance your knowledge and skills of core mathematics as well as of core physics and electrical engineering principles.

What will I learn in my Foundation Year?
During your foundation year, you will develop fundamental research skills and independent learning skills through specialised and research-informed modules. You will build a broad range of mathematical and scientific competences addressing real-world problems and develop key employability skills that will prove invaluable when you enter the workplace.

Delivered in industry-leading facilities by our highly experienced team, you will be supported at every step to ensure an enjoyable experience that will enhance your learning and future employment prospects.

The foundation year of the course delivered at level 3 which develops your ability to study in Higher Education is not accredited. Subsequent levels and years are accredited and deliver the knowledge, competencies, and skills required to meet the specific course accreditation requirements that relate to the approved accredited award title.

Joining the Northumbria means joining a business-focused, professional university with a global reputation for academic excellence. Northumbria are currently ranked Gold for student outcomes and Silver for overall teaching excellence (Teaching Excellence Framework 2023).

Located in Newcastle, Northumbria University is home to an enormous student population of 31,170, and consequently, some of the best nightlife scenes in the country! Newcastle also has one of the lowest costs of living in the country (We Buy Any Home, 2024), so you don't have to break the bank to have fun either!

There's truly something for everyone at Northumbria! You can make use of the fantastic facilities including the £30 million flagship Sports Central. And if exploring is more your thing? You're never far from beaches, stunning countryside and local history.

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