Mathematics
Award
BSc (Hons)
Duration & study mode
4 years, full-time
School
Computing, Engineering & Physical Sciences
Location
Paisley
Ucas code
G100
Course starting dates
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Paisley: September
Last updated: 25/01/2024
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Overview
Join the BSc (Hons) Mathematics to learn how mathematics underpins and describes the world around us.
Build the knowledge and skills required to excel in a multitude of professional sectors including finance, engineering, programming, teaching, and mathematical research.
This programme will provide you with a broad understanding of key areas of mathematics, with options to individualise your degree at the later stages. Choose to study topics from a range of options including statistics, number theory, numerical analysis, and mathematical biology.
Course Highlights
- Complete a four-year Honours degree in mathematics, gaining broad and balanced knowledge and understanding of key concepts within Mathematics
- Use industry standard software to develop a range of skills enabling you to adapt to the constantly changing technological environment
- Individualise your degree content, with module options including Mathematical Biology, Mechanics, Numerical Analysis, Statistics and Theoretical Physics
- Be taught by research-active academics who are specialists in their field
PRACTICAL FOCUS
Careers
Following graduation from the BSc (Hons) Mathematics programme, you’ll leave UWS with career options in finance, research, the tech sector, and many more. Mathematics graduates are highly sought after across all areas due to their analytical and critical thinking skills.
Further Study
Honours graduates may choose to pursue further study of Mathematics and/or Statistics through Masters or Doctoral programmes at this or other universities.
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Our students graduate ready for a successful career or further study in their chosen scientific field.
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Entry Requirements
What qualifications do you need?
We welcome Scottish, UK and international students and consider all applicants on an individual basis.
Don’t worry if your qualifications are not listed here, we take a range of factors into account when assessing your application and are happy to consider other alternative combinations of qualifications and experience.
Accelerated entry
Direct entry to Year 2 (with an appropriate HNC) may be possible.
Additional Information
Alternative pathway to entry is available through our new summer school. More information about the summer school is available by contacting the Programme Leader by emailing ceps@uws.ac.uk
Year 1
- Scottish Highers*:
- Standard Entry Requirements: BCCC (90 UCAS Tarrif points) including Maths/Applications of Maths
- Minimum Entry Requirements: CCCC (84 UCAS Tariff points) including Maths/Applications of Maths
- A Levels: CCD (88 UCAS Tariff Points) including Maths
- Irish Leaving Certificate: H3 H3 H3 H4 including Maths
- International Baccalaureate: 24 points including HL Maths
- Scottish Wider Access Programme (SWAP): Access to STEM (Grades BBB)
- SQA HNC/BTEC Level 4 HNC: Relevant subject and for SQA awards, must include Engineering Mathematics 1
* for more information on standard and minimum entry requirements, see our Undergraduate Entry Requirements webpage
Year 2
- Scottish Advanced Highers: CCD (112 UCAS Tarrif points) including Maths
- A Levels: BCC (112 UCAS Tarrif points) including Maths
- International Baccalaureate: 28 points including Maths
- SQA HNC/BTEC Level 4 HNC: Relevant subject area and for SQA awards must include Engineering Mathematics 2
- BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM
Year 3
- SQA HND/BTEC Level 5 HND: Relevant subject area and for SQA awards must include Engineering Mathematics 2 & Engineering Mathematics 3
Course Details
This programme aims to instil you with the skills and attributes that are transferable to many areas of study and professional employment. These include:
- Computer literacy
- Numeracy and proficiency in data analysis and interpretation
- Accessing and applying relevant research findings
- Communicating effectively with audiences
- Logic and problem solving ability
- Engaging in professional dialogue with peers and senior colleagues
- Critical analysis
- Evaluation and synthesis of ideas
- Exercising autonomy and initiative
- Working with others
Year 1
In Year 1 you will study five core Mathematics / Statistics modules and a module on Professional Skills.
Year 2
In Year 2, you will study core modules in Multivariable Calculus, Probability & Statistics, Discrete Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations and Professional Skills.
Year 3
In Year 3, alongside a specialist core module in Mathematics, you can further personalise your degree with option modules including in Statistical Inference, Mechanics, and Abstract Algebra.
Year 4
Knowledge and understanding of Advanced Mathematics is developed in Year 4, with options including Experimental Design, Mathematical Biology, and Coding and Cryptography.
You will also undertake a research dissertation where your knowledge can be applied to an extended project in a range of areas.
Teaching & Assessment
You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, computer laboratory sessions, and workshops. You will also have the opportunity to take part in group work and independent learning to develop your transferable skills such as research, presentation, communication, and working as part of a team.
This degree is assessed using a variety of assessment methods including:
- Written examinations
- Coursework
- Presentations
Tuition Fees 2023-24
Use the Link below to download details of our full-time, part-time tuition fees for Bachelor, Masters, Research, and English Language pre-sessional courses for session 2023-24.
Tuition FeesUNDERGRADUATE TUITION FEES
Tuition fees for this course 2024/25
Scottish
£1,820 cost per year of study (usually paid by the Scottish Government via SAAS*)
All other UK & Republic of Ireland
£9,250 Cost per year of study, but not more than £27,750
Channel Islands & Isle of Man
£9,250 Cost per year of study, but not more than £27,750
International (all other EU plus Non-EU)
£18,000 per year of study
Modular Tuition Fees (20-credit points) 2024-25
Scottish
£305 per module (20 credits)
All other UK & Republic of Ireland
£1,550 per module (20 credits)
Channel Islands & Isle of Man
£1,550 per module (20 credits)
International (all other EU plus Non-EU)
£3,000 per module (20 credits)
Apply
Full-time (domestic & EU/EEA)
All UK and EU applicants for undergraduate study, not applying through an agent or partner, should apply through UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service)
The on-time application deadline for 2024/25 entry is 31 January 2024, 18:00 (UK time). For some courses it may still be possible to apply beyond this period, subject to suitable vacancies remaining. The final deadline for late applications via UCAS is 30 June 2024. Beyond this deadline, you may be able to apply via ‘UCAS Clearing’ if the course you are interested in has remaining places.
Please refer to our Undergraduate Application Guide for domestic & EU/EEA to find more information on when and how to apply to study at UWS.
Full-time (non-EU/non-EEA), Part-time & Online (all students), Erasmus & International Exchange
Students from non-EU/non-EEA countries can apply directly to UWS via our dedicated online application system. The latest we can process your application is 6 weeks before the course start date to allow for visa processing times. For more information on when and how to apply to study at UWS please refer to our International Undergraduate Application Guide.
For part-time & online study, you should apply directly to the University through our online application system, not through UCAS. Please select the part-time mode of study when submitting your application. Before you begin your application, it is important to read the part-time application step-by-step guide for a smooth process.
To come to UWS as a visiting student on a study abroad or exchange programme, you must apply entirely through our online system.
An ATAS certificate is not required for overseas students applying for this course.
Get in touch
Do you have a question about applying for this course? Get in touch. We are here to help!
- ask@uws.ac.uk
- 0800 027 1000 (UK)
- +44 (0) 141 849 4101 (out-with UK)
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