This programme applies advanced mathematics to real-world financial applications. You’ll study the mathematical theories that drive our financial markets and learn the quantitative methodologies and the computational tools that are essential in investment banking and other financial careers.
The curriculum covers a broad variety of topics in financial mathematics, including credit risk theory, stochastic processes and computational methods in finance. You can also choose from options in areas such as derivatives modelling, financial risk analysis, time series analysis, portfolio management and international finance.
You’ll develop industry-focused skills, including logical reasoning, quantitative analysis and technical presentation. Our graduates land high-earning roles in financial services, technology, accounting and data management.
This degree programme is run by the Department of Mathematics but taught in collaboration with the Departments of Finance and Statistics – giving you the benefit of multidisciplinary expertise and insights.
Discover more about our students and department below and read our alumni stories .
The Department of Mathematics aims to be a leading centre for the study of mathematics in the social sciences.
The department has a vibrant intellectual community, with fantastic students, internationally respected academics and high-achieving alumni. Our department has grown rapidly in recent years, with exciting developments in research and new teaching programmes and courses.
This research encompasses four main overlapping areas:
All aspects of our research were ranked world-leading or internationally excellent in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (2021) , submitted jointly with the Department of Statistics.
We embrace the School’s ethos of research-led teaching. Currently, we offer four undergraduate and three postgraduate programmes, as well as doctoral research opportunities on our MPhil/PhD in Mathematics. These programmes are all in high demand – attracting talented students from diverse backgrounds.
Upper second class honours (2:1) degree or equivalent in a mathematically-based subject, or a scientific, engineering or social science subject with an excellent mathematics background.
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The English language requirement for this programme is Standard . Read more about our English language requirements .
Competition for places at LSE is strong. So, even if you meet the minimum entry requirements, this doesn't guarantee you an offer of a place.
However, please don’t feel deterred from applying – we want to hear from all suitably qualified students. Think carefully about how you can put together the strongest possible application to help you stand out.
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|---|---|---|---|
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