Mathematics and Philosophy BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Mathematics and Philosophy BSc (Hons)
Learn to approach abstract problems in a logical way with our BSc Mathematics and Philosophy course. Tailor your degree to your interests and explore fundamental questions that will challenge your understanding of the world.
This three-year BSc Mathematics and Philosophy course will give you the advanced problem-solving skills to approach challenges from new perspectives by combining abstract and logical thinking.
In the first two years of your degree you’ll focus on fundamental mathematical and philosophical concepts. You’ll cover...
<strong>Learn to approach abstract problems in a logical way with our BSc Mathematics and Philosophy course. Tailor your degree to your interests and explore fundamental questions that will challenge your understanding of the world.</strong><br/><br/><strong>This three-year BSc Mathematics and Philosophy course will give you the advanced problem-solving skills to approach challenges from new perspectives by combining abstract and logical thinking.</strong><br/><br/>In the first two years of your degree you’ll focus on fundamental mathematical and philosophical concepts. You’ll cover essential topics that will equip you to tackle increasingly complex problems. You’ll also choose from a range of optional mathematics and philosophy modules.<br/><br/>In your third year, you’ll get the chance to put your skills into practice in different contexts and scenarios through project work. You’ll also continue to tailor your degree to your interests, through more in-depth optional modules.<br/><br/>Over the course of your degree you’ll have the opportunity to explore a variety of topics, ranging from religion, ethics and feminism to probability and data science, algebraic structures and machine learning. Equipping you with the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in your chosen career.<br/><br/><strong>Why study this course?</strong><br/>• Top 10 in the UK for mathematics and top 20 in the UK for philosophy: The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Build connections and a career: Opt to spend a full year on a work placement. Our students have secured placements with a range of organisations, including Intel, the Met Office, HSBC, Deloitte, Morgan Stanley, and the Civil Service.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Summer research placements: Gain research experience through the Sheffield Undergraduate Research Experience or Undergraduate Research Internship schemes.<br/><br/>
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
28/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
VG51
Institution Code
S18
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Access to HE Diploma
D:36,M:9,P:0
Award of Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 36 at Distinction (to include Maths units), and 9 at Merit
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
33
34
34, with 6 in HL Maths (Analysis and Approaches); 33, with 6 in HL Maths (Analysis and Approaches), and B in a Maths-based Extended Essay
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD
in Engineering with Distinctions in all Maths units
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2,H2,H2,H2,H2,H3
including H2 in Maths
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD
+ A in A Level Maths
Scottish Advanced Higher
A
in Maths + AAABB in Scottish Highers
A level
A,A,B
including A in Maths
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