BSc Mathematics with Business
University of Cape Coast · College of Education Studies
Will you get in?
You will need better than the minimum pass grades for this level. Enter your WASSCE grades and we will tell you whether you meet the published cut-off for this programme — and every other programme at University of Cape Coast you qualify for.
Check if you qualifyThe BSc Mathematics with Business programme at the University of Cape Coast combines solid training in mathematical reasoning with practical business applications. It is designed for students who enjoy solving problems and want to understand how quantitative methods drive decisions in commerce and industry. The programme sits within the College of Education Studies, but its focus is on natural and applied sciences.
What a mathematics with business degree covers
Programmes of this kind typically cover pure and applied mathematics, including calculus, algebra, probability and statistics, alongside business subjects such as economics, accounting and finance. You will learn to build and interpret mathematical models, analyse data, and use quantitative methods to support business decisions. The emphasis is on applying mathematical thinking to real-world commercial problems, so you develop strong analytical and computational skills that are valuable across many sectors.
How competitive it is to get a place
This is a competitive programme, so you should expect to need good WASSCE results, particularly in mathematics. Because competition is based on applicants' grades each year, you should aim for the strongest results you can achieve and verify your eligibility through the university's official admissions process.
Where the degree can take you
Graduates of mathematics with business programmes typically go into careers that value strong numerical and analytical skills. Common fields include banking and finance, insurance, actuarial work, data analysis, and management consulting. The combination of mathematics and business also prepares you for further study in areas like actuarial science, finance, or operations research. You will be comfortable working with large data sets, thinking logically, and communicating quantitative ideas clearly—skills that are useful in almost any industry.
Entry requirements
SHS backgrounds accepted
Every SHS course of study may apply to this college.
Aggregate needed
University of Cape Coast publishes a cut-off aggregate for this programme. Run a check to see whether your grades meet it.
Where graduates work
- Banking and finance
- Data analysis
- Actuarial science
- Management consulting
- Operations research
- Insurance and risk management