BSc Mathematics and Economics

Is this programme for me?

This degree is for you if you:

wish to pursue a career in economics and need a firm foundation in mathematics in order to undertake the postgraduate study necessary to follow such a career path
wish to study a degree suitable for students of high mathematical ability, combining and relating mathematics, statistics and economics.

Programme aims

To provide a thorough grounding in advanced areas of mathematics and statistics, chosen from a range of topics including a high proportion relevant to economics and finance.

Programme structure

The degree consists of 12 units.

Prestige and career progression

The programme has been developed by academics at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), regarded as an international centre of academic excellence and innovation in the social sciences. This degree will prepare you for professional or managerial careers, particularly in areas requiring the application of quantitative skills, e.g. forecasting and risk.

Flexible study at a reasonable cost

You have between 3-8 years to complete the programme. The total fee payable to the University is £3,237. Please note that this figure does not reflect any annual fee increase and assumes completion in the minimum study period permitted.

Study materials

The study materials that we send you include:

Strategies for success – an academic advice and study skills handbook containing information about study techniques, planning your studies, making the best use of resources and preparing for examinations.
Student handbook.
Subject guides (offering advice on how to use textbooks).
Past exam papers and Examiners' reports - these resources are updated annually and are available to download.
Regulations.

Study support and online resources

You can either study independently at a pace that suits you, or enrol for additional classes at a local institution (either full time or part time) and benefit from the more formalized support this provides. Please see our Directory of Institutions for further information.

LSE arranges a Study weekend in February each year. This consists of short courses desgined to help you with examination preparation and technique. You will also have the opportunity to discuss your studies with subject specialists.
LSE also runs a Summer School each year, usually from July to mid-August, to which all students are welcome.
Online resources including Examiners' reports and past exam papers, the Student handbook, Regulations, unit information sheets, reading lists, a ‘News and notices’ section. It also contains the first four chapters of subject guides for most units. On registering you will also gain access to the Virtual Learning Environment.
Online Library giving access to Justis.com, JSTOR, ABI/INFORM, Academic Search Premier and Business Source Premier.

Summary of key dates

Application deadline	17 September (non-EU) 17 October (EU) in the year before you intend to sit your first exams
Registration deadline	30 November
Despatch of study materials	Shortly after your registration form is received
Examinations take place	May/June