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Mathematics

Entry requirements


104 UCAS points from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent qualifications. To include a grade B from A Level Maths.

45 Level 3 credits with a minimum of 104 UCAS Tariff points, including 40 points from 15 credits in Maths and 15 credits in Physics

GCSE/National 4/National 5

Applicants will also need at least three GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, which must include English and Maths. Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may also be considered.

Pass Diploma from a minimum of 2 Higher Level subjects to include a Higher Level Grade 5 in Maths

BTEC qualifications may be considered with a grade B in A Level Maths. Please contact our Admissions team for further information ([email protected])

104 UCAS Tariff points to include 40 points from Advanced Highers in Maths and Physics. A combination of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted.

UCAS Tariff

104

From a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent qualifications. To include a 40 UCAS Tariff Points from A Level Maths or equivalent qualifications.

About this course


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Course option

3years

Full-time | 2024

Other options

4 years | Sandwich | 2024

Subject

Mathematics

This research-informed BSc (Hons) Mathematics degree aims to provide a fundamental education in the fascinating field of mathematics, including pure and applied mathematics. Students have opportunities to work alongside academic staff on challenging projects, which could contribute to academic research or collaboration with industry. The School of Mathematics and Physics is dedicated to achieving excellence in research and aims to provide a friendly, approachable culture for students to join. This course covers the core topics of Mathematics and staff work alongside students to encourage them to apply imagination, creativity and rigour to the solution of various problems. There are also individual and group projects. The subject aims to provide a thorough grounding in analytical and numerical methods, practical scientific skills and research techniques. Additionally, students are encouraged to develop transferable communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills throughout their studies

Modules

In the first year you have the chance to benefit from an additional three hours per week of problem solving tutorials. During the first year of the programme, the School of Mathematics and Physics also runs a tutor system, providing one hour weekly tutor sessions in small groups. Students will have the opportunity to study a broad range of mathematical topics, comprising both compulsory and elective modules. For the most up to date module information, please visit the course page for this programme on our website. Some programmes provide you with the opportunity to focus your study in a particular area through optional modules. Timetabling arrangements may limit the availability of some optional modules to some students. As the options often reflect staff research interests, they may alter over time due to staff availability.

Assessment methods

The way students will be assessed on this course will vary for each module. It could include coursework, such as a dissertation or essay, written and practical exams, portfolio development, group work or presentations to name some examples. Throughout this degree, students may receive tuition from professors, senior lecturers, lecturers, researchers, practitioners, visiting experts or technicians, and they may be supported in their learning by other students.

Tuition fees

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Channel Islands
£9,250
per year
England
£9,250
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,250
per year
Scotland
£9,250
per year
Wales
£9,250
per year

The Uni


Course location:

Lincoln (Main Site)

Department:

School of Mathematics and Physics

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What students say


We've crunched the numbers to see if overall student satisfaction here is high, medium or low compared to students studying this subject(s) at other universities.

91%
Mathematics

How do students rate their degree experience?

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Mathematics

Teaching and learning

69%
Staff make the subject interesting
88%
Staff are good at explaining things
75%
Ideas and concepts are explored in-depth
74%
Opportunities to apply what I've learned

Assessment and feedback

Feedback on work has been timely
Feedback on work has been helpful
Staff are contactable when needed
Good advice available when making study choices

Resources and organisation

100%
Library resources
97%
IT resources
100%
Course specific equipment and facilities
86%
Course is well organised and has run smoothly

Student voice

Staff value students' opinions
Feel part of a community on my course

Who studies this subject and how do they get on?

99%
UK students
1%
International students
67%
Male students
33%
Female students
71%
2:1 or above
14%
First year drop out rate

Most popular A-Levels studied (and grade achieved)

A
C
C

After graduation


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Looking further ahead, below is a rough guide for what graduates went on to earn.

Mathematics

The graph shows median earnings of graduates who achieved a degree in this subject area one, three and five years after graduating from here.

£22k

£22k

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree.

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