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Mathematics, BSc (Hons), De Montfort University

the United Kingdom

De Montfort University

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The award How you will study Study duration Course start Domestic course fees International course fees
BSc (Hons)Full-time, Sandwich3 - 4 yearsSeptemberGBP 9250 per yearGBP 15750 per year

About Mathematics, BSc (Hons) - at De Montfort University

Mathematics underpins every technological, scientific and engineering achievement and natural phenomenon we see around us. Mathematics is integral to the applications and technologies we rely on each day.

This course develops your practical skills to solve real life problems and enhances your professional skills, enabling you to effectively communicate mathematics in the work environment. You will develop rigour in your mathematical knowledge and your mathematical abilities/skills will be stretched and challenged, preparing you for graduate employment.

There is a shortage of graduates with analytical skills and this course meets the demands of industry. You will develop logical and analytical thought processes, problem-solving abilities and good computing techniques, which will give you the opportunity to pursue highly sought-after careers in a wide range of fields including finance, credit risk, business intelligence, actuarial science, teaching, and research, to name just a few.

Key features

  • This course is professionally accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA), to meet the requirements of the Chartered Mathematician designation.
  • You will have the opportunity  - on selection of specific final year statistics modules, to gain Joint SAS certification from SAS, the world’s largest independent business analytics company.
  • The programme is assessed by coursework. There are no end of year exams. 
  • Teaching develops mathematical proof and technical rigour, emphasising mathematical concepts and analytical techniques. The Mathematics degree programme has been carefully structured and designed to maximise employment opportunity.
  • Develop your knowledge of industry-standard software such as SAS, MATLAB, Minitab and Excel.
  • Our graduates have gone on to work in a range of fields such as financial management, operational research, actuarial science, data science, project management, logistics, teaching, research and a variety of analytical roles.
  • Benefit from Education 2030, where a simplified ‘block learning’ timetable means you will study one subject at a time and have more time to engage with your learning, receive faster feedback and enjoy a better study-life balance.

Notes about fees for this course

2023/24 tuition fees for UK students: £9,250

2023/24 tuition fees for international students: £15,750

Entry requirements

  • A typical offer is 112 UCAS points from at least two A-levels or equivalent, including A-level Mathematics at grade C or above, or
  • Applied Science BTEC National Diploma/Extended Diploma at DMM to include relevant Mathematics modules. In addition for all other BTEC courses A-level Mathematics at grade B or above will be required

Plus five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including  Mathematics and English or equivalent.

Alternative qualifications include:

  • Pass Access in the QAA accredited Access to HE Maths course with at least 15 credits in Mathematics at distinction. English and Mathematics GCSE required as a separate qualification as equivalency is not accepted within the Access qualification.

We will normally require students to have had a break from full-time education before undertaking the Access course.

  • International Baccalaureate: 26+ points with Maths at higher level grade 6
  • T Levels Merit

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