Financial Mathematics MSc

*95% of our research overall in Mathematical Sciences was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021) *<br/><br/><strong>Top 10 in the UK for student satisfaction with the quality of our teaching in Mathematics (Complete University Guide 2026)</strong><br/><br/>Understand the main aspects of quantitative finance – including general finance theory, finance models and programming for graduates with a science, engineering and mathematics background.<br/><br/>Our course builds on Sussex’s strong foundation of interdisciplinary research. You’ll be taught by experts from both the Department of Mathematics and the University of Sussex Business School. Topics covered include:<br/><br/><br/>- interest-rate theory<br/><br/><br/>- arbitrage theory<br/><br/><br/>• GARCH models<br/><br/><br/><br/>- corporate finance<br/><br/><br/>- option pricing models and numerical analysis<br/><br/><br/>- programming in C and Java<br/><br/><br/>- the use of mathematical computing software.<br/><br/><br/>When you graduate, you’ll have the knowledge and skills to succeed in the fast-paced world of finance.<br/><br/>We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.