**Course details**
The MSci Computer Science and Mathematics degree is meticulously crafted to equip students with the foundational knowledge and practical skills required to thrive in the constantly changing data-driven workplace.
In our rapidly evolving world, the field of computer science stands as a driving force behind transformative technological breakthroughs that have reshaped our lives for the better. The skills demanded by todays dynamic tech sector demand a strong knowledge in mathematical fundamentals, statistics, and machine learning.
**Why Durham Univ...
**Course details**<br/>The MSci Computer Science and Mathematics degree is meticulously crafted to equip students with the foundational knowledge and practical skills required to thrive in the constantly changing data-driven workplace.<br/>In our rapidly evolving world, the field of computer science stands as a driving force behind transformative technological breakthroughs that have reshaped our lives for the better. The skills demanded by todays dynamic tech sector demand a strong knowledge in mathematical fundamentals, statistics, and machine learning. <br/><br/>**Why Durham University?**<br/>Real-world challenges often require multidisciplinary solutions. Our Natural Sciences degrees allow students to combine either traditional Joint-Honours degrees or transcend traditional subject boundaries, bringing together a range of ideas and disciplinary perspectives.<br/>Natural Sciences is a challenging and rewarding choice for science students who wish to study more than one subject.<br/>You will be taught by passionate researchers with diverse areas of expertise such as artificial intelligence, data science, fundamental algorithms, statistical uncertainty, statistical uncertainty, applied statistics for large-scale applications and applied algebra.<br/>You will also benefit from excellent IT facilities including Learn Ultra, Durham’s virtual learning environment. You will have access to up to 1.6 million printed books, 25,000 eJournals and over 850,000 eBooks in the main library. <br/><br/>**Rankings**<br/>**Top 10** in the Complete University Guide 2025<br/><br/>**Career Opportunities**<br/>Graduates acquire a valuable range of subject-specific skills across disciplines with the capacity to make creative connections. They are highly employable in a diverse range of careers and sectors.<br/>Natural Sciences graduates have the academic knowledge, flexibility and technical skills to take on roles including consulting, accounting, banking and investment, research, software engineer, data scientist, international development, and government.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
28/09/2026
Campus
Durham City
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
G425
Institution Code
D86
Points of Entry
Year 1
Not Accepted
A,A,A,A,A
We normally make offers based on Advanced Highers. If you’ve not been able to take three Advanced Highers, then we’ll consider a combination of Advanced Highers and Highers, or just Highers (if your school doesn’t offer Advanced Highers at all). Advanced Higher Maths Grade A is required.
D:30,M:15
And either A*A in any order in Maths and Further Maths at A level, or A in Maths plus A in AS Further Maths for applicants who are not studying Further Maths A Level.
38
Including 7 in Higher Level Mathematics (maths analysis & approaches) and 66 in two other Higher Level subjects.
D*DD
And either A*A in any order in Maths and Further Maths at A level, or A in Maths plus A in AS Further Maths for applicants who are not studying Further Maths A Level. Other BTEC level 3 qualifications are also accepted in combination with each other or with other qualifications. See our website for more information on our BTEC qualification equivalencies.
H1,H1,H2,H2,H2
Including H1 in Maths.
D*DD
And either A*A in any order in Maths and Further Maths at A level, or A in Maths plus A in AS Further Maths for applicants who are not studying Further Maths A Level. Other level 3 Cambridge Technical qualifications are also accepted in combination with each other or with other qualifications. See our website for more information on our Cambridge technical qualification equivalencies.
A,A,A
Advanced Higher Maths Grade A is required.
Not Accepted
Not Accepted
A*,A,A
Either A*A in any order in Maths and Further Maths at A level, or A in Maths plus A in AS Further Maths for applicants who are not studying Further Maths A Level.
T levels will be considered on a case-by-case basis where the subject area aligns with the course applied to. Please note that additional A levels or equivalent may be required to study certain courses. If you’re interested in applying, then please Ask Us and we’ll see if we’re able to consider this for you: www.durham.ac.uk/study/ask-us/
Not Accepted
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