One of our most popular courses, MSc Mathematics and Finance allows those with a background in mathematics to study finance. Since finance routinely involves modelling and evaluating risk, asset pricing and price forecasting, mathematics has become an indispensable tool for this study. In recent years, it has been one of the areas where high-calibre mathematicians have been in great demand. With the advent of powerful, and yet economically accessible computing, individuals now have access to financial markets and online trading has become a common activity but many have realised that a certain amount of mathematics is necessary to be successful in such fields. There is undoubtedly a shortage of mathematicians in general, and an even greater one of those with knowledge of finance. Our course produces graduates with a sound background in mathematics and finance. Key employability skills include computing, use of algorithms, data analysis, mathematical modelling and understanding financial statements.

Courses within our Department of Mathematical Sciences are tailored to meet the needs of you and your potential employers. An essential mathematical core in each of our taught courses is supplemented by a range of our modules and those offered by other departments and schools, which are as varied as Biological Sciences, Computer Science and Electronic Engineering, Economics, Essex Business School, and Psychology. The mathematical and technical knowledge, coupled with career and employability skills that you acquire studying with us, means you become a well-rounded graduate, ready for a work environment that matches your studies, whatever that may be. Our graduates are highly sought after by a range of employers and find employment in financial services, scientific computation, decision making support and government, risk assessment, statistics, education and other sectors.