Mathematics and Economics
BSc Honours
- UCAS code: GL11
- Full time
- 3 years
- Next start date: September 2020
The combination of economic theory and mathematical skills you gain on this degree will appeal to a wide range of employers.
Fees (per year)
- UK/EU: £9250
- International: £18600
Entry requirements
- A Level: AAB-A*BB
- IB: 34 points
UCAS Institution name and code:
- NEWC / N21
Course overview
As well as pure and applied mathematics, you learn probability and statistical techniques that help you understand economics theories and address economic problems.
In Economics you explore topics relating to Britain, Europe and the rest of the world, including:
- economic analysis and applications
- global economics
- micro- and macro-economics
In Mathematics you develop a thorough grounding in topics and techniques such as:
- differential equations
- probability
- statistics
This joint honours degree benefits from teaching from both Newcastle University Business School and our School of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics, making sure you get expert tuition in both topics.
Quality and ranking
- 11th in the UK for research – Research Excellence Framework 2014
- top 200 – Business and Economics category – Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2018
Teaching excellence
TEF GoldA ringing endorsement of Newcastle University’s long tradition of excellence in teaching.

Modules and learning
Modules
The information below is intended to provide an example of what you will study.
Most degrees are divided into stages. Each stage lasts for one academic year, and you'll complete modules totalling 120 credits by the end of each stage.
Our teaching is informed by research, and course content changes periodically to reflect developments in the discipline, the requirements of external bodies and partners, student feedback, or numbers of students interested in an optional module.
Full details of the modules on offer will be published through the Programme Regulations and Specifications ahead of each academic year. This usually happens in May.
To find out more please see our terms and conditions.
We'll introduce you to the main economics issues that confront the British and European economies and help you to develop the skills needed for economic analysis. Alongside these modules, you'll study core topics in mathematics and statistics, including mathematical methods; analytic geometry and the foundations of differential equations; and modelling with differential equations.
We'll also introduce you to probability and statistics.
You'll develop your communication and study skills by working in small group tutorials to complete a guided research investigation in business.
Modules
You'll explore the theory behind demand and supply curves, and short-, medium- and long-run economic frameworks, through modules in micro- and macroeconomics. You may also choose linear modules as an optional module to focus on your career development.
Modules
Compulsory Modules | Credits |
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Economic Modelling | 20 |
Microeconomic Analysis | 20 |
Macroeconomic Analysis | 20 |
Introduction to Computing and Problem Solving | 10 |
Numbers and Ciphers | 10 |
Vector Calculus | 10 |
Introduction to Statistical Inference | 10 |
Optional Modules | Credits |
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Differential Equations, Transforms and Waves | 10 |
Fluid Dynamics | 10 |
Introduction to Regression and Stochastic Modelling | 10 |
Introduction to Bayesian methods | 10 |
A wide range of optional economics modules will enable you to explore a broad variety of topics closely linked to ongoing research. These currently include advanced micro- and macroeconomics, monetary economics and financial economics. You may also choose linear models as an optional module to focus on your career development.
Modules
Compulsory Modules | Credits |
---|---|
Advanced Microeconomics | 20 |
Group Project | 10 |
Teaching and assessment
Teaching methods
Our degrees are taught through a combination of lectures, problem classes, tutorials, practical computer classes, computer-based assessments, and data collection and analysis.
Assessment methods
You'll be assessed through a combination of:
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Assignments – written or fieldwork
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Examinations – practical or online
Skills and experience
Business skills
Mastering two subjects together means you are well-prepared for the multidisciplinary challenges of the real world, developing the skills that employers value, such as:
- time management
- organisation
- self-motivation
You'll receive careers support in the form of a career development module personally tailored to your professional development.
Chat to a student
We have a range of different sessions from lectures and problems classes to group meetings and computer labs, this stops uni work getting monotonous and boring.
Opportunities
Work placement
Get career ready with a work placement and leave as a confident professional in your field. You can apply to spend 9 to 12 months working in any organisation in the world, and receive University support from our dedicated team to secure your dream placement. Work placements take place between stages 2 and 3.
You'll gain first-hand experience of working in the sector, putting your learning into practice and developing your professional expertise.
If you choose to take a work placement, it will extend your degree by a year. Placements are subject to availability.
Facilities and environment
Facilities
You'll have access to the facilities of both the School of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics based in the Herschel Building, and Newcastle University Business School, based in our state-of-the-art building within the Newcastle Helix development – Newcastle's emerging business district.
A state-of-the-art learning environment will support your studies and you'll have access to extensive IT facilities for teaching and self-study, including:
- computer-based exercises with instant review of model solutions
- problem-solving video tutorials
- recording system for video capture of lectures, which you can download and watch again to help with your revision

Support
You'll have the support of an academic member of staff as a personal tutor throughout your degree to help with academic and personal issues. There is a transition officer specifically to help your transition from school/college to university life.
Peer mentors will help you in your first year. They are fellow students who can help you settle in and answer any questions you have when starting university.
You'll also benefit from our:
- induction programme, including social events, to help you settle in quickly
- activities and events run by our student-run society, MathSoc
- homework classes to help with assignments
Your future
Employers look favourably on students who can demonstrate their abilities in more than one field. As a graduate of Mathematics and Economics you'll have acquired the ability to research, evaluate and communicate information, alongside developing specialist subject knowledge, practical and technical skills.
You'll have a range of educational and career opportunities, especially if the skills you have developed during your degree have been further enhanced by work experience.
In the past, our graduates have entered careers in the business and financial sectors or specialised further in their area of expertise such as accountancy and psychology. Graduates who wish to pursue a career in teaching will find that they are suitably qualified to study for a PGCE in either discipline. Those graduates who enter employment outside their discipline find a flexible degree of this nature is highly valued in professions such as management, commerce and the civil service.
Employability at Newcastle
96% of Newcastle University graduates progressed to employment or further study within six months of graduating, with 85.5% in graduate-level employment or further study.
Take a look at the most recent data available for our graduates. See what they have gone on to achieve and be inspired to follow in their footsteps.
Statistics are based on what graduates were doing on a specific date, approximately six months after graduation (Destinations of (undergraduate and postgraduate UK domiciled) Leavers from Higher Education Survey 2016/17).
Make a difference
Careers support
Our award-winning Careers Service is one of the largest and best in the country, and we have strong links with employers. We provide an extensive range of opportunities to all students through our ncl+ inititiative.
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Defence Technical Undergraduate Scheme
This degree is approved by DTUS, a Ministry of Defence sponsorship programme for students who wish to join the Royal Navy, British Army, RAF, or Defence Engineering and Science Group (DESG) as technical officers after graduation.
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Entry requirements
All candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of qualifications. The entrance requirements below apply to 2020 entry.
A Level
AAB-A*BB
International Baccalaureate
34 points
Other UK qualifications (and PARTNERS)
Qualifications from outside the UK
English Language requirements
PARTNERS
Through our PARTNERS programme, you could receive an offer up to three grades lower than the typical requirements, and get support throughout the application process. To apply through PARTNERS, you must be based in the UK and meet our eligibility criteria.
Entrance courses (INTO)
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Tuition fees and scholarships
Tuition fees for 2020 entry (per year)
UK Students
£9250
International Students
£18600
The maximum fee that we are permitted to charge for UK students is set by the UK government.
As a general principle, you should expect the tuition fee to increase in each subsequent academic year of your course, subject to government regulations on fee increases and in line with inflation.
You will be charged tuition fees for each year of your degree programme (unless you are on a shorter exchange programme).
The tuition fee amount you will pay may increase slightly year on year as a result of inflation.
Year abroad and additional costs
For programmes where you can spend a year on a work placement or studying abroad, you will receive a significant fee reduction for that year.
Some of our degrees involve additional costs which are not covered by your tuition fees.
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