MSci Mathematics (G103)
2024 entry
Course summary
Join a University ranked in the UK top five for Maths research (THE analysis of REF 2021) with an excellent reputation for teaching and learning (UK top ten for Maths, QS World University Rankings by subject 2023).
This four-year course allows you to explore high-level mathematics at the forefront of research. If you're driven by intellectual curiosity and enjoy the satisfaction of cracking difficult puzzles, this course provides you with core mathematical skills that will equip you for a variety of careers and give you a strong basis for further study.
As you progress through your degree, you will have increasing flexibility to shape it to your own interests and skills, whether they be in pure mathematics, theoretical physics, statistics and probability, or a mixture.
Our lecturers are passionate about their subject, with modules informed by cutting-edge research in fundamental mathematical abstractions, statistics, and practical applications to global problems. You may be able to try units in quantum mechanics or mathematical biology, or take the opportunity to mentor and learn from students studying the same subject overseas. Vocational units, currently including Financial Risk Management and Maths in Schools, prepare you for a successful career in industry. Project work opportunities throughout your course allow you to collaborate with staff and fellow students, preparing you for a substantial fourth-year project on a topic you are passionate about, supervised by one of our world-leading experts.
Support for your studies is always available, including drop-in sessions with lecturers, exercise and feedback classes, and student-led Maths Cafés.
Think Big bursaries of £3,000 are available to support first-year international undergraduate students in this subject area.
Course structure
Year one consists of compulsory topics, covered in lectures, small-group tutorials and working through exercises independently and with peers, as well as the freedom to explore a range of topics in collaboration with your personal tutor and fellow students.
In your second and third years, you can start to shape your degree to fit your interests; continue with a varied degree or choose to specialise. You'll also have the chance to study units outside of mathematics.
Third- and fourth-year units specialise in exciting modern topics, informed by the strong research culture in our school.
Entry requirements
We accept a wide variety of qualifications and welcome applications from students of all backgrounds. Below is a guide to the typical offers for this course.
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Selection process
- Regulations and codes of conduct we abide by to create a positive environment for learning and achievement are found in the University admissions policies and procedures.
- If applying with extenuating circumstances please see our policy.
- Full information about our selection processes for Mathematics can be found in the Admissions Statement:
Admissions statement - The admissions statement above relates to 2024 entry. The statement for 2025 entry will be available in summer 2024.