Mathematics and Economics
Mathematics and Economics is a combination degree that draws together two of the most analytically rigorous disciplines in higher education, both of which rely on mathematical reasoning as their primary tool for understanding complex systems. Mathematics provides the foundational methods of proof, modelling, optimisation and statistical inference that make rigorous economic analysis possible, while economics applies these tools to the study of how individuals, markets, institutions and governments make decisions under conditions of scarcity and uncertainty. The combination produces graduates with exceptionally strong quantitative skills and a deep understanding of the forces that drive economic behaviour.
At the University of London, this distance learning part-time programme is directed by the London School of Economics and Political Science, one of the foremost social science universities in the world, bringing the academic rigour and intellectual depth associated with LSE directly to students who need the flexibility to study remotely. You will develop competence across mathematics and its applications in economics, finance and social science, building the analytical capabilities that are central to careers in quantitative analysis, financial modelling, policy research and academic economics. Distance learning makes the programme accessible without compromising on the quality or rigour of the academic experience.
Mathematics and Economics graduates are among the most sought-after in the quantitative disciplines. Finance, banking, actuarial science, economic consultancy, data science, government economic analysis and postgraduate research in economics or finance are all natural destinations. The strength of the mathematical training also opens doors in operations research, technology and quantitative social science.
Many graduates go on to masters or doctoral study in economics, financial mathematics, statistics or related fields, building on the strong quantitative foundation the degree provides.