We require an upper-second class or first class undergraduate (BSc) degree or equivalent in a mathematically based discipline such as Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or Statistics, but candidates with a sufficiently good mathematical background from other areas such as Biology, Economics or Finance will also be considered.

We welcome applications from candidates with taught postgraduate degrees (for example, MSc, MBA) either in a mathematical subject or in a finance related subject combined with sufficient mathematical background.

Each applicant will be assessed individually to ensure that his/her mathematical background is appropriate. We are looking for a minimum of two years (4 semesters or 6 trimesters) of university level courses in mathematics, including calculus, linear algebra, probability and statistics, with good marks. Professional experience will also be taken into account when assessing applications.

Overseas students would also need to demonstrate a good command of English; please see the language requirements.

Candidates who have a good undergraduate (BSc) degree or equivalent but whose mathematical background is insufficient for direct entry to the MSc programme may be offered a place on the Conversion Year, followed by a conditional offer of a place on the MSc in Mathematical Finance in the following academic year, subject to successful completion of the Conversion Year.