MSci (Hons) Computer Science and Mathematics at Durham University

Programme overview

Taught by discipline specialists and informed by industry, this MSci brings together the complementary fields of Computer Science and Mathematics. It offers opportunities to specialise and to engage with the cutting-edge research being carried out in both departments. The MSci Computer Science and Mathematics degree is meticulously crafted to equip students with the foundational knowledge and practical skills required to thrive in the constantly changing data-driven workplace.

What you will study

In Year 1 students take an equal balance of Computer Science and Mathematics, including computer science, pure mathematics, statistics and probability providing robust groundwork for advanced study in subsequent years. The second year again consists of an equal balance of modules from both subjects, including options in pure mathematics, statistics, networks and computation. This provides students with the foundations for and academic journey to study more advanced topics in statistics, artificial intelligence and data science, or an alternative grounding in abstraction with applications in theoretical computer science. Compulsory modules include Algorithms and Data Structures, Calculus I, Linear Algebra I, Probability I, Statistics I, Computational Thinking.

Career pathways

Natural Sciences graduates have the academic knowledge, flexibility and technical skills to take on roles that add value in the modern world. The varied curriculum provides a skill set that is valued in a diverse range of careers and sectors.

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Entry requirements

Entry requirements: A*AA including either A*A in any order in Maths and Further Maths at A level or A* in Mathematics plus A at AS Further Mathematics for students unable to take A Level Further Mathematics. | Contextual offer: A*AC-A*BB A*AC including A*A in Maths and Further Maths either way OR A*BB including A* in Maths plus A in AS Further Mathematics for students unable to take A Level Further Mathematics. | IB diploma score: 37 points overall including 7 in Higher Level Mathematics (maths analysis & approaches) and 66 in two other Higher Level subjects.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Home/Island full-time tuition fee per year for September 2027 entry Source

International applicants: GBP 35,000 a year (2027/28). International/EU full-time tuition fee per year for September 2027 entry Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.durham.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/how-to-apply/

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