BSc Mathematics and Economics

Duration

3 year

Awarding Body

University of London

Academic Direction

LSE, UCL, Queen Mary University of London, SOAS University of London and King's College London

Delivery

Full-time/Physical

Intake

March/July/Sep

Programme Overview

The BSc Mathematics and Economics programme at RIC blends mathematical rigour with economic theory, preparing students for analytical roles in various industries. You’ll study units like Mathematical Statistics, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, and Abstract Mathematics, gaining essential quantitative and analytical skills.

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Entry Requirements

  • Applicant must hold at least 5 A – C grades at Ordinary Level, and 3 A – E grades at Advanced Level or equivalent
  • This should include Ordinary Level Mathematics grade C or equivalent
  • Pass the internal Admission Test and interview
  • Mathematics at the Advanced Level is compulsory

Programme Structure & Course Modules

First Year Course Units

  • EC1002 Introduction to Economics
  • MT1173 Linear Algebra
  • MT1174 Calculus
  • ST1215 Introduction to Mathematical Statistics

Second Year Course Units

  • MT2176 Further Calculus (15 credits) AND MT2175 Further Linear Algebra (15 credits)
  • EC2065 Macroeconomics
  • EC2066 Microeconomics
  • MT2116 Abstract Mathematics

Third Year Course Units

  • EC2020 Elements of Econometrics
  • Any 300 level MT or ST course (or two 15-credit courses) from Recommended optional courses
  • Any 300 level EC course from Recommended optional courses
  • Any 300 level EC, MT or ST course or EM3000 from Recommended optional courses

Recommended optional courses

  • ST3188 Statistical Methods for Market Research
  • EC3016 International Economics
  • EC3115 Monetary Economics
  • EC3120 Mathematical Economics
  • EM3000 Dissertation

Graduate entry route comprises 9 full courses (or equivalent)

Career Opportunities

  • Data scientist/Data engineer/ Data analyst
  • Artificial Intelligence application developer
  • Algorithm specialist
  • Big data engineer
  • Machine learning scientist/ Machine learning engineer
  • Business intelligence developer
  • Research scientist
  • Security analyst

*This list is non-exhaustive

FAQ

What is the ranking of the University of London (UoL)?

Since the University of London is a consortium – as association of many Universities, you need to look at the rankings of individual universities if you are looking for the ranking of UoL. The rankings for each of the Universities provide a good measure of the kind of degree you are embarking upon, its recognistion, capabilities of graduates and alumni as well as the up-to-date curriculum etc.

 

If the student has a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university (acceptable to UoL), one year exemption is given, that is, 3 modules are exempted as follows: 

  • UoL encourages Graduate Entry students to pace themselves when following this route – ideally 3 years (3 modules per year = 9 modules). 
  • A two-year pathway is retained for GE students who pass all four modules in their first year of study and at the first attempt in the May/June assessments. In case a student fails at least one module in their first attempt. the degree gets extended to 3 years. 
 
No exemptions are currently provided for any other professional qualifications other than for a bachelor’s degree in any field.

Changes to the vocational stage of training for solicitors and barristers have been introduced. The following websites should be consulted for updates: The Law Society – https://www.lawsociety.org.uk/career-advice/becoming-a-solicitor/

Solicitors Regulations Authority – https://www.sra.org.uk/

You will find most of the details in the RIC website, the RIC prospectus as well as in the prospectus of the University of London as well:

You need to complete the examinations that will be held by the Sri Lanka Law College. Further information can be found in this Gazette Notification found in the Sri Lanka Law College website. If you need further clarifications, you can contact the Chief Academic Coordinator – LLB at RIC. ([email protected]) 

Sri Lanka Law College – http://www.sllc.ac.lk/