help with a passion project

ive really wanted to a computer science finance/math based passion project but i am unable to think of idea's , anyone have some idea's?

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by H3kubz

ive really wanted to a computer science finance/math based passion project but i am unable to think of idea's , anyone have some idea's?

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by H3kubz

ive really wanted to a computer science finance/math based passion project but i am unable to think of idea's , anyone have some idea's?

Hi there,

That’s a great position to be in, wanting to build a computer science + finance/maths passion project already puts you ahead. The best projects are ones that combine real-world financial problems with technical skills like programming, data analysis or AI.

For example, you could build a stock market analysis dashboard using Python that pulls live or historical data, applies statistical models, and visualises trends. If you’re interested in maths-heavy work, you could create a portfolio optimisation tool using concepts like mean-variance optimisation. Another strong idea would be a credit risk prediction model, where you use machine learning to predict loan default probabilities. If AI interests you, try building a financial chatbot that explains investment terms or analyses company performance reports. You could also develop a personal finance app that tracks spending patterns and uses data modelling to suggest savings strategies.

If you’re considering studying at LSBU, courses like Computer Science BSc (Hons) give you strong foundations in programming and algorithms, while Computer Science (Data Engineering) BSc (Hons) focuses more on building data pipelines and handling large datasets, perfect for financial analytics projects. If you’re interested in predictive modelling and intelligent systems, Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence BSc (Hons) would align well with quantitative finance or fintech innovation. For those interested in financial systems security, Computer Science (Cyber Security) BSc (Hons) could link into fintech security and fraud detection systems.

On the business side, Accounting and Finance BA (Hons) (Main pathway) helps you understand financial reporting, investment analysis and corporate finance, which you could combine with coding skills to create powerful fintech tools. Business Management (Finance pathway) BA (Hons) blends strategy and financial decision-making, which is useful if you want to build startup-focused or investment-based tech products.

If you’re serious about combining finance and tech, LSBU is a great environment because of its strong practical focus and central London location, you’re surrounded by fintech companies, startups and financial institutions. I’d highly recommend attending the upcoming Open Day on 21st March. You’ll be able to speak to lecturers from computing and finance courses, explore the labs, and get advice on how to shape your project ideas into something university-level and career-ready.

LSBU Open Day.

A good passion project doesn’t need to be huge, it just needs to show problem-solving, maths understanding and technical implementation. Start small, document it well on GitHub, and build from there.

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