Mathematics courses
A mathematics degree is the most flexible quantitative qualification there is. Graduates go into finance, data science, actuarial work, teaching, research and software, and universities compete for good mathematicians with scholarships.
What you study
Mathematics degrees cover pure mathematics (analysis, algebra, geometry), applied mathematics (differential equations, mechanics, modelling), statistics and probability, and increasingly computation and data science. Joint degrees with economics, computer science, physics or finance are common.
Levels available
Why students choose it
- Employers value mathematical training above most degrees
- Routes into finance, data, actuarial and technology careers
- Scholarships are generous for strong applicants
- Flexible joint honours options
- Foundation for master's in data science, finance and AI
Entry requirements
Undergraduate,Top marks in mathematics at school (typically 80 to 90 percent), often further mathematics; IELTS 6.0 to 6.5.,Postgraduate,A mathematics or closely related bachelor's at 2:1 or above.,Doctorate,A master's or first-class bachelor's and a research proposal.
Where it leads
Data scientist, Actuary, Quantitative analyst, Statistician, Software engineer, Teacher or lecturer.
Typical graduate salary: UK graduate starting salaries of roughly £28,000 to £40,000, with quantitative finance far higher. Indicative and taken from published national data.
Questions students ask
What can I do with a mathematics degree?
Almost anything quantitative: finance, data science, actuarial work, software, research, teaching and consulting.
Is a mathematics master's worth it?
Yes if you want research, quantitative finance or a specialised field like statistics or financial mathematics.
Do I need further mathematics?
It helps for top UK universities and is often required; strong single mathematics is enough for most.
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