Mathematics and Philosophy MA (Hons)

Course Overview - Mathematics and Philosophy MA (Hons)

Mathematics is a powerful language of communication which can be combined with the study of Philosophy, the understanding of argument and its application.

Mathematics is a powerful universal language used to describe situations in abstract terms. At the heart of manipulation with abstract mathematical objects are precision, logical thinking and reasoning skills. Studying and doing Mathematics requires a high level of communication skills. Employers highly value these skills and the subsequent versatility of our graduates.

Philosophy is the study of argument and ...

Course Information

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Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

4 Years

Start Date

14/09/2026

Campus

Main Site

Course Address
University Office
Regent Walk
King's College
Aberdeen

Application Details

Course Code

GV15

Institution Code

A20

Points of Entry

Year 1

Entry Requirements

Scottish Higher

B,B,B,B

Applicants who have achieved BBBB or better (to include Mathematics), are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/ Advanced Highers may be required. Note: we do not double count a Higher and Advanced Higher in the same subject, but we do consider that a B at Adv Higher is equivalent to an A grade at Higher. National 5 English at minimum grade C.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

32

Minimum of 32 points required, including at least 5,5,5 at HL, to include Mathematics. English at a minimum of Standard level required.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

DMM

Minimum entry requirement: DMM in related subjects. A Level Maths AND GCSE in English or English Language also required.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)

H2,H2,H2,H3,H3

A minimum of 5H with 3 at H2 AND 2 at H3 OR AAABB, obtained in a single sitting and to include Mathematics. (The grading within band B must be at B2 or above). Also required: O in English or English Language.

Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)

Pass

One FA is equivalent to a Higher at A. It cannot replace any required subjects.

A level

B,B,C

For First Year Entry a minimum of 3 A Levels at BBC, one of which must be Mathematics. GCSE in English or English Language also required. For Second Year Entry a minimum of an A in the subject selected for Single Honours plus BB, or AB in the subjects selected for Joint Honours plus a further B. In addition A Level Maths is required, as well as GCSE in English or English Language.

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Fees and funding

Scotland £1,820
England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland £9,535
EU, International £20,800