University of Strathclyde

Mathematics, Statistics & Finance

University of StrathclydeGlasgow, United Kingdom

Course overview

Develop mathematical and statistical expertise at the same time as increasing your skills in business. This degree provides a good basis for entering the actuarial profession.

Key highlights

  • Combines mathematical and statistical expertise with business skills
  • Provides a good basis for entering the actuarial profession

Entry requirements

  • Scottish Highers: AABB/ABBBC — Standard entry requirements *: Year 1 entry; Maths A, English C, Advanced Higher Maths recommended; Minimum entry requirements **: BBBB (including Maths at B, English at C and 70% in Strathclyde Summer School Mathematics) or ABBB (Maths A, English C
  • Scottish Advanced Highers: AAB — to include including Maths A and Accounting or Economics A; Year 2 entry
  • GCSE: 6/B — to include English Language, English Literature, Mathematics
  • A-level: BBB — Maths, GCSE English Language 6/B or English Literature 6/B; Year 2 entry: ABB (Maths A, business subject B, GCSE English Language 6/B or English Literature 6/B
  • International Baccalaureate: 30 — Mathematics HL5, English SL6; Year 2 entry: 32 (Mathematics HL6, English SL6
  • HNC / HND — Year 1 entry: relevant HNC with strong mathematical co

Scholarships

  • Asylum Seeker Scholarship

    Value: Cost of tuition fees and essential study costs.

  • BBA International Scholarship

    25% fee reduction per year (three years in total).

  • Faculty of Engineering International Scholarship for Undergraduate Study

    Value: 15% of tuition fees for each year of study - typically £4,650 for first year.

  • Faculty of Science Undergraduate Scholarships for International Students

    Scholarships of between £6,000 - £7,000 per year of study are available to new international students joining an eligible undergraduate degree in the Faculty of Science in the 2026/27 academic year.

    Up to £6,000
  • Humanities & Social Sciences: Undergraduate International Dean's Excellence Scholarship

    Value: £5,000 per year of academic study.

    Up to £5,000
  • Strathclyde Business School Dean's Excellence Awards (Undergraduate)

    Value: 25% fee reduction per year.

  • Undergraduate Scholarships for Physics International Students

    Scholarships of £7,000 per year of study are available to new international students.

    Up to £7,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Trainee Actuary
  • Statistician
  • Financial Analyst
  • Risk Analyst
  • Data Analyst
  • Investment Analyst

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 | International: £22,750

Admission

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