**Course overview**\ How do government policies shape everyday life? What really drives inflation and interest rates? And how can mathematical models help explain unemployment, growth and financial instability? Our BSc Mathematics and Economics equips you to explore these questions using the analytical power of mathematics alongside core economic theory. This joint honours degree will help you to develop strong mathematical foundations while gaining a deep understanding of how economies work. Run collaboratively by the School of Mathematical Sciences and the School of Economics, we integrate quantitative training with economic reasoning. By the time you graduate, you’ll be able to analyse complex global challenges with clarity and precision. As you would expect, there is an emphasis on mathematical concepts – but with a practical application, too. We believe in collaboration and that’s why our students, industry professionals and alumni joined forces with our dedicated staff to design degrees suitable for the real world. Our co-created curriculum is redefining studying maths. You’ll build expertise in key areas of mathematics such as calculus, probability, statistics and modelling, and apply these tools directly to economic problems including market behaviour, public policy and financial systems. The combination means you graduate with the option to move fluently between abstract theory and real‑world application – a skill that helps you stand out in the job market. As you progress through the degree, you’ll have the flexibility to tailor your studies through optional modules that match your interests and career ambitions. You’ll also develop transferable skills in analytical thinking, problem solving and communication, supported by opportunities to work independently and collaboratively. With its strong interdisciplinary focus, this course can lead to opportunities in a variety of fields. Our graduates work in roles including government, international trade and education. \ **\ Why choose this course?\ Course highlights** * Opportunities to study abroad, complete an optional placement year in industry or gain hands-on experience through a research internship in the summer . * Get support on first-year topics from students in the years above through our award-winning Peer-Assisted Study Support (PASS) programme – and then become a PASS leader yourself . * The course is run collaboratively by the School of Mathematical Sciences and the School of Economics, with multidisciplinary modules and the chance to specialise in area that interests you. **Proven results** * We’re a top 20 UK and top 100 world university (QS World University Rankings 2026). * 94.5% of School of Mathematical Sciences undergraduates secured graduate level employment, further study or both five years after graduation (LEO data from 2022/23 tax year, published in 2025).
A Level: {'start': ['A*', 'A', 'A', None], 'end': ['A', 'A', 'A', None]} | A Level Mathematics is essential. A Level Further Mathematics (in additional to A Level Mathematics) is preferred but not required. Typical offer conditions - depending on subjects presented - are: - A*AA including A* Maths - AAA including Maths and Further Maths - AAA including A in Maths, plus A in AS Level Further Maths The following A Levels are not accepted: General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship Studies, Thinking Skills, Global Perspectives and Research. | T Level | T Levels are considered on a case-by-case basis; please contact us for more information. | Scottish Higher: AAAAB | This qualification is accepted when combined with Scottish Advanced Higher grades AA, including Advanced Higher Mathematics. | Access to HE Diploma: 42 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma: 3 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma | This qualification is accepted alongside A Level Mathematics grade A*. | GCSE/National 4/National 5 English grade 4/C. | Scottish Advanced Higher: AA | Advanced Higher Mathematics grade A is required. This qualification is accepted when combined with Scottish Higher grades AAAAB. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): DD | This qualification is accepted alongside A Level Mathematics grade A*. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: 34 UCAS points | IB Diploma 34 points including Higher Level Mathematics Analysis and Approaches (A&A) grade 6. Alternatively, achieve 3 Higher Level Certificates with grades 6,6,6 including Mathematics Analysis and Approaches. | WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales: A | This qualification is accepted as equivalent to a non-mathematics A Level. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): D*DD | This qualification is accepted alongside A Level Mathematics grade A*. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016): D | This qualification is accepted alongside A Level grades A*A (including A* Mathematics) or AA (including Maths and Further Maths)
No less than 6.0 in each element. As well as IELTS (listed above), we also accept other English language qualifications. This includes TOEFL iBT, Pearson PTE, GCSE, IB and O level English. Check our English language policies and equivalencies for further details: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/international-applicants/english-language/english-language-requirements.aspx For presessional English or one-year foundation courses, you must take IELTS for UKVI to meet visa regulations. If you need support to meet the required level, you may be able to attend a Presessional English for Academic Purposes (PEAP) course (https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/cele/pre-sessional/index.aspx). Our Centre for English Language Education is accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English in the UK. If you successfully complete your presessional course to the required level, you can then progress to your degree course. This means that you won't need to retake IELTS or equivalent.
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