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BSc ( Hons ) Mathematics
UCAS code G100
Duration 3 years full time , 4 years sandwich with work placement
Requirements A level : ABB-BBC , to include an A level in Mathematics . Tariff points : 112-128 points to include an A level in Mathematics , or equivalent .
Accredited course
Institution of Mathematics and its Applications ( IMA )
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What ' s this course about ?
● Build on core techniques to develop high-level mathematical theory and methods
● Delve deep into the fascinating world of mathematics , developing your analytical and problem-solving skills
● Learn how maths contributes to society , in the community and in industry
● Increase your mental versatility to apply your mathematical knowledge to various fields
Example placements
● IBM
● L ’ Oréal
● GlaxoSmithKline ( GSK )
Example topics
● Computational mathematics
● Real and complex analysis
● Nonlinear dynamics
● Algebraic structures and discrete mathematics
● Financial derivative pricing
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Course highlights
● Cover a whole range of topics , from analysis and algebra to modelling , statistics and operational research
● Enjoy access to ultramodern computing facilities and specialist mathematical and statistical computing packages
● Gain valuable insights into the application of mathematics in industry with an optional salaried placement
● Opt for an undergraduate ambassador module and spend time in a local school
● Make use of our innovative Maths Café , where you can find one-to-one help with your studies , available on a daily drop-in basis
● Benefit from a supportive and welcoming environment , with personal tutors and an “ open door policy ”
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‘ I would say that there are staff members on my course who have gone above and beyond to help me on numerous occasions , and I think the Mathematics department as a whole is very good . ’
Mark Howarth
Future opportunities You ’ ll develop problem-solving skills highly sought after in industry and commerce , making this an excellent route into varied fields like data analysis , computing , teaching , engineering and research . Our graduates are working in areas such as : satellite communication , medical statistics , meteorology , accounting , insurance , and government research .
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BSc ( Hons ) Mathematics for Finance and Management
UCAS code G161
Duration 3 years full time , 4 years sandwich with work placement
Requirements A level : ABB-BBC , to include an A level in Mathematics . Tariff points : 112-128 points to include an A level in Mathematics , or equivalent .
Accredited course
Institution of Mathematics and its Applications ( IMA )
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What ' s this course about ?
● Learn how to use your maths skills in the business world
● Hone your analytical skills and systematic , logical thinking to enable datadriven decision-making and problem-solving
● Study the mathematics of high finance and big business
● Explore the mathematical analysis and modelling professionals use to track investments and make their budgets work harder
Example placements
● Lockheed Martin and IBM Example topics
● Calculus
● Computational mathematics
● Maths for finance
● Applications of mathematics and graduate skills
● Corporate financial management
● Financial derivative pricing
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Course highlights
● Study maths and businessrelated topics side by side including algebra , financial management , calculus and supply chain management
● Gain valuable practical and commercial experience on a one-year work placement
● Enjoy access to ultramodern computing facilities and specialist mathematical and statistical computing packages
● Opt for an undergraduate ambassador module and spend time in a local school
● Make use of our innovative Maths Café , where you can find one-to-one help with your studies , available on a daily drop-in basis
● Improve your career prospects through : a dedicated office to help you find a placement , modules which develop teamwork and communication skills , visits from industry employers , and more
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‘ As well as a firm grounding in university mathematics , this degree will introduce you to the high-level mathematics used in the financial sector to price financial products , and the sophisticated analysis used to inform decisions throughout the business world . ’
Thomas Waters , Course Leader
Future opportunities
Gain sought-after skills for a career in industry and commerce . This degree is an excellent route into varied fields including statistics , finance and mathematical modelling , marketing and retail management .
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MMath Mathematics
UCAS code GG10
Duration 4 years full time , 5 years sandwich with work placement
Requirements A level : AAA-ABB , to include an A level in Mathematics . Tariff points : 128-144 points to include 40 points from an A level in Mathematics , or equivalent .
Accredited course
Institution of Mathematics and its Applications ( IMA )
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What ' s this course about ?
● This integrated Master ' s is a one-year extension to the BSc ( Hons ) Mathematics
● Build on core techniques and then go on to Master ' s level culminating in a supervised dissertation
● Develop your analytical and problem-solving skills , and apply your mathematical knowledge in various fields
● See the power and range of mathematics both in the pure world and as applied to real-world problems in society , community and industry
Example placements
● IBM
● L ’ Oréal
● Transport for London
Example topics
● Algebraic structures and discrete mathematics
● Financial derivative pricing
● Partial differential equations and their applications
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Course highlights
● Cover a whole range of topics , from analysis and algebra to modelling , statistics and operational research
● Enjoy access to ultramodern computing facilities and specialist mathematical and statistical computing packages
● Gain valuable insights into the application of mathematics in industry with an optional salaried placement
● Opt for an undergraduate ambassador module and spend time in a local school
● Make use of our innovative Maths Café , where you can find one-to-one help with your studies , available on a daily drop-in basis
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‘ After meeting the lecturers and seeing the community that had been built here , I knew this was where I wanted to be . ’
Holly Vary
Future opportunities You ’ ll develop problem-solving skills highly sought after in industry and commerce , making this an excellent route into varied fields like data analysis , computing , teaching , engineering and research . Our graduates are working in areas such as : satellite communication , medical statistics , meteorology , accounting , insurance , and government research . On the Mathematics course you ’ ll earn Chartered Mathematician status from the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications .
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BSc ( Hons ) Mathematics with Statistics
UCAS code GG13
Duration 3 years full time , 4 years sandwich with work placement
Requirements A level : ABB-BBC , to include an A level in Mathematics or Statistics . Tariff points : 112-128 points to include an A level in Mathematics or Statistics , or equivalent .
Accredited course
Institution of Mathematics and its Applications ( IMA )
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What ' s this course about ?
● Learn how to apply maths to the commercial world
● Investigate how maths and statistics underpin many processes that keep society functioning
● Build analytical skills to make sense of the copious data available to business – so they can make faster , smarter decisions
● Develop the problemsolving and decisionmaking skills to apply this knowledge in practice
Example placements
● IBM
● L ’ Oréal
● GlaxoSmithKline ( GSK )
● Transport for London
Example topics
● Statistical theory and methods
● Statistics in health research and social science
● Mathematics for finance
● Applications of mathematics and graduate skills
● Stochastic processes
● Statistical learning
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Course highlights
● Cover specialist topics like statistical learning and statistics for health sciences
● Gain valuable practical and commercial experience on a one-year work placement
● Enjoy access to ultramodern computing facilities and specialist mathematical and statistical computing packages
● Opt for an undergraduate ambassador module and spend time in a local school
● Make use of our innovative Maths Café , where you can find one-to-one help with your studies
● Benefit from a supportive and welcoming environment , with personal tutors and an “ open door policy ”
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‘ The lecturers genuinely care about your progress and there is so much support , including the Maths Café , one-to-one maths tutoring and computer program support . I felt like I could email any of my lecturers and they would invite me to sit down in their office and go through it patiently when needed . ’
Amber Burton
Future opportunities
The course is the first step towards full Chartered Mathematician designation . Our graduates are working in government , education , healthcare , computing , manufacturing and teaching . They ' re working as statisticians but also in mathematical modelling , data analysis , accountancy , business analysis , government research , and wider business .
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