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BSc Applied Mathematics with Economics

This programme produces high quality and innovative economics and financial graduates, who are equipped with a sound knowledge of mathematics, as well as expertise in modern economics and finance. In this programme, students use a range of economic tools, culminating in a final research project that also develops managerial skills.

Teaching focuses on theoretical and mathematical analysis, and also covers economic studies, computation, mathematical theory, and skills such as analytical skills, computer skills and research skills.

Students graduating from this programme receive degrees in BSc Applied Mathematics with Economics from the University of Birmingham and Economics (Mathematical economics and finance) from Jinan University.

Year 1

The following University of Birmingham and University of Jinan modules must be taken:

Module Title Credits
Algebra & Combinatorics 20
English for Academic Purposes: Academic Reading 5
English for Academic Purposes: Academic Writing 5
English for Academic Purposes: Listening and Speaking 10
Probability & Statistics 10
Real Analysis 20
Vectors, Geometry & Linear Algebra 20
Introduction to Data Analysis 10
Introduction to Microeconomics 10
Sequences and Series 10

Year 2

The following University of Birmingham and University of Jinan modules must be taken:

Module Title Credits
Financial Mathematics 20
Further English for Academic Purposes 10
Intermediate Microeconomics 10
International Economics 10
Introduction to Macroeconomics 10
Linear Algebra and Linear Programming 20
Multivariable & Vector Analysis 20
Statistics 20

Year 3

The following University of Birmingham and University of Jinan modules must be taken:

Module Title Credits
Applied Statistics 20
Game Theory and Multicriteria Decision Making 20
Integer Programming and Combinatorial Optimisation 20
Investments 10
Statistical Methods in Economics 20
Intermediate Macroeconomics 10

Year 4

Jinan taught core modules

Jinan taught optional modules

Select two out of four:

  • Computational Intelligence
  • Concrete Mathematics
  • Applied Multivariate Statistical Analysis
  • Data Analysis