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: 20/09/2023
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.
Science at UWS
Science courses at UWS have been developed in collaboration with industrial, professional and educational partners. Underpinned by research that is internationally leading, our degrees enable students to make a real-world impact.
Our students graduate ready for a successful career or further study in their chosen scientific field.
90%
of research classed as world-leading, internationally excellent or recognised internationally(REF 2021)
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: BBBC (102 UCAS Tarrif points) including Maths/Applications of Maths
- Minimum Entry Requirements: BBCC (96 UCAS Tariff points) including Maths/Applications of Maths
- A Levels: CCC (96 UCAS Tariff Points) including Maths
- Irish Leaving Certificate: H3H3H3H4 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
We will always try to make sure that we publish accurate course information but we do not accept responsibility for any mistakes or omissions. We will also try to make sure that we deliver our courses in line with our published information. However, we may not always be able to do so and you can find further information about this in our enrolment terms and conditions.