Which one to choose

[alisonLando]

So i am currently an undergrad at a semi target in the UK doing my BSc in math. i have gotten offers for LSE Math and Computation MSc and Imperial Pure Math MSc.

My goal is to do a phd in maths since i enjoy maths then probably become a quant researcher. My question is which course better sets me up for a PhD in mathematical finance/probability. Im pretty sure both are good but im leaning towards Imperial. Im just scared if i cant get into a phd program ill have to find a job and i think lse is better for that. I just want some advice from some people here who are more experienced in this than me. I didnt think id actually make it into both and have to make this decision.

 

[Andy Nguyen]

Imperial is a good name that attracts employers in UK. If you do well in their MSc Math program, you can have a decent chance of getting a job. I just feel that a MSc Math degree will set you up better for PhD Math than a Math/Comp degree.