MATHEMATICS-ECONOMICS Bachelor's degree

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Aarhus University

Program Overview

Mathematics-Economics is an economics degree where mathematics becomes your superpower. Rather than treating math as just a support tool, you'll dive deep into abstract mathematics while using it to solve real economic problems—from risk assessment and option pricing to investment strategies and complex planning challenges. This program is perfect if you're analytically minded and want to understand *why* economic models work, not just how to apply them.

Curriculum Structure

First Year: Building Your Mathematical Foundation

Your first year focuses on the mathematical toolkit you'll need for advanced economics. You'll tackle courses in optimization mathematics, functions of multiple variables, and linear algebra—the heavy-lifting math that underpins modern finance and economic modeling. Alongside this, you'll start exploring the economic side through business economics, microeconomics, and macroeconomics, giving you the theoretical framework you'll apply throughout the program. Computer science and data management round out your foundation, ensuring you can translate theory into practical solutions.

Second and Third Year: Applying Mathematics to Economic Challenges

In your later years, the real integration happens. You'll study mathematical optimization, risk evaluation, option pricing, optimal investment and financing strategies, and planning problem-solving—courses designed specifically for someone who thinks mathematically about economics. Your coursework deepens your understanding of how abstract mathematical models actually drive decisions in the financial world. You'll work on increasingly complex projects that blend rigorous mathematical theory with genuine economic problems, preparing you to tackle real challenges that businesses and institutions face.

Focus Areas

Mathematical modeling of economic problems | Risk analysis and financial mathematics | Data-driven economic decision-making

Learning Outcomes

You'll develop the ability to model and solve economic problems using mathematics, statistics, and data science, becoming a "problem-crusher" who can help organizations and society find solutions grounded in rigorous analysis.

Professional Alignment

Graduates are well-positioned for careers in quantitative finance, economic research, data analysis, strategic planning, and financial risk management—roles where companies desperately need people who truly understand both the math and the economics.

Career Prospects

Upon completing your degree, you have guaranteed admission to the 1-year Master's programme in Economics and Business Administration (cand.merc.), opening doors to specialized graduate study and advanced career opportunities.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Aarhus University, the Mathematics-Economics Bachelor's programme (taught in Danish) dives right into hands-on learning from day one, blending rigorous math and economic theory with practical application to build skills you'll use in real-world careers like finance, consulting, or data-driven policy. You'll sharpen your abilities through structured group work, problem-solving sessions, and interactive teaching that mirrors professional teamwork and analysis, all hosted at the Department of Mathematics and the Department of Economics and Business Economics at Aarhus BSS—where courses feature lectures, classroom exercises, and dedicated study group time. This setup ensures you're not just learning concepts but actively applying them, with around 20 hours of weekly teaching plus self-directed prep that hones your independence and collaboration.

Here are some standout ways the programme delivers experiential learning through its facilities and activities:

- Study group work: Regular sessions, like Wednesday mornings dedicated to group collaboration, let you tackle economics and math problems together, building teamwork skills just like in business settings.
- Mathematics Laboratory (MatLab): Drop in for guided problem-solving on math, stats, and modeling—staffed by lecturers and senior students for real-time help, perfect for integrating theory with practice (linked to the Department of Mathematics).
- Classroom instruction and exercises: Hands-on sessions in subjects like Mathematics and Business Statistics, Economics 1, and Organisational Behaviour, including practical calculations and discussions.
- Department facilities: Access to Aarhus BSS's active study environment at the Department of Economics and Business Economics, with opportunities in academic clubs for project-based learning.

This programme sets you up perfectly for a Master's with guaranteed admission rights, and the practical edge from these resources makes graduates stand out.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates from the Mathematics‑Economics programme combine strong analytical skills in mathematics with solid economic understanding to tackle complex problems in business, government, and research. This unique skill set prepares you for careers such as quantitative analyst, economic modeller, risk specialist, or data-driven consultant. Graduates are valued for their ability to interpret data, build mathematical models, and make informed economic recommendations across industries.

Future progression & opportunities:

• University support for employment: The Department of Mathematics offers study counselling, career guidance, and mentoring to help you build your professional profile and connect with potential employers while studying.

• Employment prospects & outcomes: Graduates are highly sought after in banking, insurance, telecommunications, consulting, and planning sectors, taking on roles that require advanced quantitative and decision-making skills.

• University–industry connections: While specific partnerships are not listed, the programme prepares you for roles in private firms, consulting, and research, reflecting strong links to high-demand quantitative careers.

• Long-term accreditation value: A bachelor’s from Aarhus University provides a respected academic and quantitative foundation, highly valued by employers and research institutions, whether you enter the workforce or pursue further studies.

• Graduation outcomes: You will graduate with the ability to apply mathematical methods, statistical techniques, and economic theory to analyse and solve complex real-world problems, preparing you for diverse analytical, financial, policy, and research-oriented careers.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this bachelor’s degree, you can continue into a master’s programme to specialise in areas such as mathematical finance, operations research, or economic theory. This prepares you for advanced roles in analytics, finance, planning, or academic research, and also provides a strong foundation for doctoral studies or high-level consultancy and research positions.