Bachelor in Mathematics Economics BSc

Tuition fees for BSc Mathematics Economics are 22,000 GBP per year.

This degree places a heavy emphasis on practical application through an optional industrial placement year, allowing students to bridge the gap between theoretical modelling and real-world commercial environments. By operating at the intersection of the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences and the Aston Business School, the programme provides a unique, interdisciplinary perspective on how mathematical rigour informs economic decision-making and financial forecasting.

Students benefit from a collaborative learning culture, including a distinctive peer-teaching model where second-year students mentor those in their first year. The curriculum is enriched by the university's status as an Adobe Creative Campus, granting students access to industry-standard software for data analysis and modelling. The degree is designed to cultivate not just technical proficiency, but also the 'Aston Power Skills'—AI & Digital literacy, Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Inclusive Leadership, and Environmental Sustainability—ensuring graduates are prepared for the modern, information-intensive workplace.

Professional Accreditation

The programme is accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA), providing a mark of quality that signifies the curriculum meets the academic requirements for professional status.

Aston University in Birmingham is a career-focused public research university with a central campus and a long tradition of linking education to industry. Founded from technical roots in 1895, Aston combines academic study with practical experience and is known for strong employability outcomes. The urban campus places students close to business, cultural and transport hubs, and a multicultural student community contributes to a friendly, supportive atmosphere.

Aston emphasises applied learning, professional placements and partnerships with employers, so many programmes integrate a placement year or live industry projects. Facilities include modern lecture spaces, specialised labs and student services that support academic success and wellbeing. Small-group teaching and strong student support ensure international students have access to language help, academic workshops and career guidance tailored to the UK labour market.

Student life blends campus convenience with Birmingham’s vibrant cultural scene, offering clubs, societies and volunteer opportunities to build networks and practical skills. The university’s careers team helps with CVs, internships and graduate recruitment, while accommodation and welfare services ease the transition to study in the UK. Applicants should explore course accreditation, placement options and scholarship possibilities early, and connect with Aston’s international advisers to plan applications and arrival logistics.