BSc Mathematics and Statistics & Op Research at Queen's University Belfast

Programme overview

This three-year degree focuses on mathematical and statistical approaches to quantitative management. It covers drawing sound inference from limited or large amounts of data and the mathematical modelling and solution of problems in the organisation and management of complex systems in industry and commerce.

Department: School of Mathematics and Physics | Duration: 3 years full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Mathematics, statistics and operational research, with skills in formulating problems in mathematical and statistical terms and expressing solutions in a form intelligible to lay people. An optional placement year can be taken between years 2 and 3.

Career pathways

87% of mathematics students are in graduate employment or further study 15 months after graduation. Local financial services and analytics firms founded by Queen's mathematics graduates include Carus FT, Effex Capital and AquaQ Analytics.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-level: AAB including A in Mathematics, or A*BB including A* in Mathematics (typical offer AAB/A*BB). Irish Leaving Certificate: H2H3H3H3H3H3 including H2 in Higher Level Mathematics. IB: 34 points including 6 in Mathematics, with 6,5 at Higher Level. Access Course: minimum 80% in each Level 3 module with substantial Mathematics modules. Graduates: minimum 2:2 provided subject requirements are met. A maximum of one BTEC/OCR Single Award or AQA Extended Certificate is accepted (Distinction* = A, Distinction = B). GCSE English Language grade C/4 required. Applicants are not normally interviewed. International applicants: IELTS 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 4,985 a year (2026/27). NI/ROI residency, full-time undergraduate tuition; 2026/27 rate Source

International applicants: GBP 24,600 a year (2027/28). International and EU Other tuition per year; academic year per entry year 2027/28 Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

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