Aims of theÊFinancial Mathematics course at Brunel University London

Mathematical models underpin engineering, the applied sciences, computing and many aspects of management today. As a maths student you will develop an outlook and high level study skills that will be hugely valuable whatever career path you follow after graduation.

If you are a committed maths student interested in a career in the fast moving world of finance or commerce, this course is for you. You will acquire the skills needed to develop mathematical and statistical knowledge, as well as a good awareness of financial institutions, markets and their workings.

Our maths department has developed outstanding links with business and you can take an optional placement year with a leading UK company. Brunel maths students also enjoy an excellent record of employment after graduating. Read more in 'Special Features'.

Employability

There is massive demand within financial institutions for mathematically trained graduates with an awareness of markets and their workings. The recent combination of financial deregulation, increased globalisation and technological advance has led to a huge increase in the nature and volume of financial derivatives contracts traded around the world.

As a Brunel Financial Maths graduate you will enjoy excellent employment prospects. Our combination of work experience and up-to-date teaching means that you will be well-equipped to follow the career you want after graduation.

Maybe you want to pursue a career that specifically uses your mathematical or statistical skills, or would prefer a more general career, such as management or consultancy. Either way you will possess key skills that are highly sought after by business Ð in fact any industry that uses modelling, simulation, cryptography, forecasting, statistics, risk analysis and probability.