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    Financial mathematics degrees abroad

    Financial mathematics is the application of mathematical methods to financial markets. It draws on elements of accounting, economics, statistics, and more.

    As a financial mathematics student, you’ll cover topics including probability theory, statistical modeling, and asset pricing. You’ll build the sophisticated knowledge and skills needed to launch a successful career in financial services.

    The global financial sector is full of opportunities for hardworking and enthusiastic graduates. Studying overseas is an unbeatable way to uncover these prospects while gaining a top-class education.

    Financial mathematics program structure

    Bachelor’s degrees in financial mathematics last a minimum of three years, or four years with a placement. Completing a year in industry is a fantastic way to test out potential careers and network with professionals.

    If you want to study in the US, your undergraduate degree will take four years. The first half of your program will be dedicated to general education classes, before you declare a major in financial mathematics at the end of your second year.

    After finishing your BSc, you can continue studying on a postgraduate program. Master’s degrees can be taken on a part or full-time basis over one or two years. PhDs vary in length, but most last between four and six years.

    You’ll learn through a mixture of lectures, seminars, tutorials, group workshops, and computer laboratories. Exams, essays, research projects, group work, and presentations are just some of the ways you could be assessed.

    Here are some of the core topics you’ll probably cover during your degree:

    • Financial accounting
    • Probability and statistics
    • Corporate financial management
    • Linear algebra
    • Mathematical methods
    • Macroeconomics
    • Microeconomics
    • Asset pricing
    Financial mathematics program structure

    Bachelor’s degrees in financial mathematics last a minimum of three years, or four years with a placement. Completing a year in industry is a fantastic way to test out potential careers and network with professionals.

    If you want to study in the US, your undergraduate degree will take four years. The first half of your program will be dedicated to general education classes, before you declare a major in financial mathematics at the end of your second year.

    After finishing your BSc, you can continue studying on a postgraduate program. Master’s degrees can be taken on a part or full-time basis over one or two years. PhDs vary in length, but most last between four and six years.

    You’ll learn through a mixture of lectures, seminars, tutorials, group workshops, and computer laboratories. Exams, essays, research projects, group work, and presentations are just some of the ways you could be assessed.

    Here are some of the core topics you’ll probably cover during your degree:

    • Financial accounting
    • Probability and statistics
    • Corporate financial management
    • Linear algebra
    • Mathematical methods
    • Macroeconomics
    • Microeconomics
    • Asset pricing

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    Financial mathematics undergraduate programs

    Bachelor's in financial mathematics

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      Financial Engineering - BF Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Lithuania

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      2,700 EUR

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
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      Financial Mathematics - BSc (Hons) (with foundation) London Metropolitan University, UK

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      12,700 GBP

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September, January
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      Financial Mathematics - BSc University of Limerick, Ireland

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      15,986 EUR

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
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      Financial Mathematics - BSc University of Mount Union, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      31,700 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      August, January
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      Financial Mathematics - BSc Simmons University, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      40,850 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      January, September
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    Financial mathematics graduate programs

    Master's in financial mathematics

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      Financial Engineering - MF Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Lithuania

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      18 months
      Annual tuition fee
      3,900 EUR

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
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      Financial engineering - MMgt HEC Liège Management School, Belgium

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      12,200 EUR

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
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      Mathematics and Modelling- Specialization Mathematical Statistics and Financial mathematics - MSc Linnaeus University, Sweden

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      155,000 SEK

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
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    Future financial mathematics careers

    After graduation, you’ll be ready to kickstart a fast-paced career in areas like finance, banking, accounting, and economics.

    Your analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills will be highly-prized across many sectors and job roles, but here are some of the most popular graduate destinations:

    • Statistician
    • Financial analyst
    • Actuary
    • Accountant
    • Investment analyst
    • Data scientist
    • Stockbroker
    • Auditor

    Participating in relevant work experience is a sure-fire way to get noticed by employers. You’ll develop the specialist knowledge and professional skills needed to stand out in today’s competitive job market.