Introduction to Mathematics for Finance and Economics (L1054)

15 credits, Level 4

Autumn teaching

On this module, you’ll learn the basic mathematical methods and techniques used in economic analysis, building your confidence to use these skills independently. 

Teaching

69%: Lecture
31%: Seminar

Assessment

30%: Coursework (Test)
70%: Examination (Unseen examination)

Contact hours and workload

This module is approximately 150 hours of work. This breaks down into about 33 hours of contact time and about 117 hours of independent study. The University may make minor variations to the contact hours for operational reasons, including timetabling requirements.

We regularly review our modules to incorporate student feedback, staff expertise, as well as the latest research and teaching methodology. We’re planning to run these modules in the academic year 2024/25. However, there may be changes to these modules in response to feedback, staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum.

We’ll make sure to let you know of any material changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.

Courses

This module is offered on the following courses: