Mathematics Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Mathematics is a vast and ever-growing subject which incorporates successful explorations of numerical, geometrical and logical relationships.

Our programme allows you to choose from a wide variety of courses in Honours years. Our ambassador scheme gives students the chance to spend time in schools, experiencing teaching at first hand and developing vital workplace skills.

Why study Mathematics?

Our programme allows you to choose from a wide variety of courses in Honours years. Our ambassador scheme gives students the chance to spend time in schools, experiencing teaching at first hand and developing vital workplace skills.

Programme structure

A key feature of our degree programmes is the flexibility to study for a combined degree with large numbers of subjects from across the University. Particularly common combined degree combinations include Physics, Chemistry and Economics, but in recent years students have also completed combined degrees in subjects such as English, French, Music and Philosophy. Availability of certain courses in combined Honours programmes may be subject to timetabling restrictions.

Year 1

You will take a 40-credit course covering matrices, linear equations, complex numbers, vectors, calculus and groups. You will develop mathematical communication skills through regular small group problem-solving activities.

Year 2

Courses cover multivariable calculus, linear algebra, topics in applied mathematics, classical mechanics & mathematical modelling, introduction to real analysis, topics in pure mathematics including groups, transformations and symmetries. You can also choose to take optional mathematics courses on graphs & networks and discrete mathematics.

Years 3, 4 and 5

If you progress to Honours (years 3 and 4), you will study a wide range of topics.

The Applied Mathematics courses allow students who prefer the practical and applicable aspects of the subject to concentrate on these elements. The Pure Mathematics courses are ideal for students who prefer the abstract and logical aspects of the subject. Most students take a mix of both.

In year 4 you will have the opportunity to specialise in your area of choice and undertake a project carried out under the supervision of one of our academic staff.

There is also an opportunity to take an MSci degree over five years, which explores mathematics topics in greater depth and includes an individually supervised research project.

Our international links

You will have the opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner universities as part of your degree. This won’t add any extra time to your studies.

Career prospects

Many of our graduates go on to careers in the financial services sector or computing, or undertake postgraduate study. Others are employed in industry, using the modelling and problem-solving skills gained on the programme. Our recent graduates have been employed by

* PwC

* Grant Thornton

* Alexander Sloan

* Cigna

* Deloitte

* Royal Bank of Scotland

* Credit Suisse