MSci (Hons) Mathematics at Lancaster University

Programme overview

Mathematics is an incredibly powerful subject that sits at the foundation of all science and technology. And, as a Mathematician, you will learn how to see the beauty of maths in everything; from patterns in nature to geometry in buildings. You will learn about the ways in which mathematics can be used to make a real difference in society, opening you up to a huge range of career paths, from medicine and social care to energy and climate change.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Technology | Department: School of Mathematical Sciences | Duration: Full time 4 years | Study mode: full-time (integrated master's) | Location: Lancaster, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Logic and Discrete Mathematics, Symmetry and Sequences, Matrices and Calculus, Probability and Statistics. Year 2 core modules: Linear Algebra, Real Analysis, Multivariate Probability and Statistics, Project Skills. Year 3 optional modules include Commutative Algebra, Hilbert Spaces, Knots and Geometry, Metric Spaces and Topology, Representation Theory. Year 4 core modules: Dissertation.

Career pathways

Mathematics is fundamental to the way our modern world works and is an essential tool to solving many of the challenges we face on a day-to-day basis. The problem-solving and analytical thinking skills you’ll gain from a degree in mathematics will be applicable in almost every industry and sector, making you a highly in-demand employee.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A levels: A*AA. This should include Mathematics grade A or Further Mathematics grade A. The overall offer grades will be lowered to AAA for applicants who achieve both Mathematics and Further Mathematics at grades AA. 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: D*DD considered alongside both 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 D, or plus BTEC DD on a case-by-case basis. International Baccalaureate: 38 points overall with 17 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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