BSc (Hons) Computer Science and Mathematics at Nottingham Trent University

A joint degree combining the building blocks of mathematics (algebra, calculus, statistics) with computer science, teaching students to design and implement their own algorithms. It is accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications, supporting progress towards Chartered Mathematician status, and offers fully funded competitive summer research placements.

Faculty: School of Science and Technology  |  Department: Department of Computer Science  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with placement year  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Nottingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year one modules include Calculus, Data Analysis, Introduction to Linear Algebra and Computation, Foundations of Computer Programming, Systems Analysis and Design and Computer Science Programming. Years one and two cover a wide range of mathematical techniques and applications, and in the final year students choose specialist modules from both computer science and mathematics plus a final project. Assessment includes coursework, practical assessments, formal exams and written tests.

Career pathways

Graduates work as graduate systems analysts, data analysts, programmers, software engineers, IT services analyst consultants and secondary mathematics teachers, at employers such as BMW, Santander, the NHS and Experian; many progress to Masters, MPhil or PhD study.

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