BSc (Hons) Mathematics with Computer Science (Placement Year) at Lancaster University

Programme overview

Mathematics forms the foundations of all technology and computing. This intrinsic link provides you with limitless opportunities to experiment and innovate, giving you the power to revolutionise business, healthcare, the government, and beyond. By combining the study of Mathematics with Computer Science, you will gain the specialist skills and knowledge needed to excel in this field.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Technology | Department: School of Mathematical Sciences | Duration: Full time 4 years | Study mode: full-time (includes a year in industry/placement) | Location: Lancaster, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Fundamentals of Computer Science, Logic and Discrete Mathematics, Matrices and Calculus, Probability and Statistics, Software Development, Symmetry and Sequences. Year 2 core modules: Linear Algebra, Project Skills, Secure Data and Systems. Year 3 core modules: Placement. Year 4 optional modules include Commutative Algebra, Dynamic Modelling, Environmental Statistics, Graph Theory and Algorithms, Hilbert Spaces.

Career pathways

Mathematics and Computing are both fundamental disciplines within our modern world, providing you with the skills to tackle a wide range of exciting challenges. The combination of the abstract reasoning and analytical thinking inherent to maths, in conjunction with the practical coding and problem-solving abilities you’ll develop by studying computing will set you apart from the crowd when it comes to finding employment.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A levels: AAA. This should include Mathematics grade A or Further Mathematics grade A. The overall offer grades will be lowered to AAB for applicants who achieve both Mathematics and Further Mathematics at grades AB, in either order. Access to HE Diploma: Considered on a case-by-case basis. Our typical entry requirement would be 45 Level 3 credits at Distinction, but you would need to have evidence that you had the equivalent of A level Mathematics grade A. BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD considered alongside A level Mathematics grade A on a case-by-case basis. BTEC in combination with A levels: A level Mathematics grade A plus A level grade A in a second subject and BTEC at D, or plus BTEC(s) DD on a case-by-case basis. International Baccalaureate: 36 points overall with 16 points from the best 3 HL subjects including 6 in Mathematics HL (either analysis and approaches or applications and interpretations). T levels: Only considered alongside A level Mathematics grade A. GCSE requirements: English Language grade 4/C. English language requirements: If English is not your first language, we require an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each component for this programme.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee for a 12-month session Source

International applicants: GBP 31,700 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee for a 12-month session Source

Duration: Full time 4 years

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

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