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Mathematics
BSc (Hons)
Why study this course?
You will study in an intellectually stimulating environment amongst
mathematicians producing world-leading research. There is an option to
take this degree over four years, by adding a year abroad studying (in English)
at one of our partner institutions – which could be anywhere from Australia
to Finland, Japan or the USA.
Our programmes are designed for students with varying education
backgrounds and you need not have taken Further Mathematics at A
Level. To make your transition from A Level to University Mathematics as
smooth as possible we have:
• a very carefully designed first year curriculum;
• a multi-layered student support structure;
• rapid feedback on coursework;
• considerable experience in teaching, examining and moderating A Level
Mathematics and Further Mathematics, and in school/college liaison.
INDICATIVE MODULES
First Year
• Algebra
• Calculus
• Investigations and Problem Solving
• Applied Mathematics
You will learn to use maths to develop precise and logical arguments,
construct rigorous proofs, and formulate solutions to new problems. Over
the years we have prided ourselves on providing a friendly and supportive
environment for students. In particular, by the end of your degree, you
should feel that you know the staff well and that they know you. Second Year
• Differential Equations
• Probability
• Dynamics
• Complex Variable and Vector
Calculus
• Mathematical Modelling
• Abstract Algebra
What will this mean for my future?
Mathematics helps you to take novel approaches to problem solving
and make critical interpretations of data and text; your skills will be in
demand wherever there’s a need for logical thinking. An extremely wide
range of career paths is open to mathematicians, where high levels
of mathematical ability are desirable. This can include fields of work
as diverse as finance, data analytics, teaching, engineering, medical
statistics and management consultancy. Third Year
• Professional Mathematics
• Partial Differential Equations
• Group Theory
• Financial Mathematics
• Number Theory and and
Cryptography
• Mathematical Biology
These programmes will meet the educational requirements of the Chartered
Mathematician designation, awarded by the Institute of Mathematics and its
Applications, when they are followed by subsequent training and experience in
employment to obtain equivalent competences to those specified by the Quality
Assurance Agency (QAA) for taught masters degrees.
KEY INFORMATION
UCAS Code - G100
Foundation Year
Yes
Indicative entry
requirements
Single Honours
A level: BBC
BTEC: DMM
Combined Honours
A level: BBC
BTEC: DMM
Course duration
3 years or 4 years
with an international
or placement year
International Year
Yes
Learn a Language
Yes
Placement Year
Yes
For information on courses that combine subjects please visit keele.ac.uk/ugcourses