BSc Mathematical Sciences at University of Birmingham

Enter the world of mathematics and statistics with our Mathematical Sciences BSc. You’ll focus on applications ready for a career in business, industry or academia. From statistical analysis and mathematical modelling to systematic analysis, with our flexible programme you’ll develop a broad set of skills in a supportive, inclusive and fun community.

Department: Mathematics  |  Duration: 3 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Each module from this degree usually accounts for 20 credits, and you require 120 credits in total for each year of your degree. Initially these credits come from core foundational content, but students progressively get more options for the credits as their degree progresses. Modules include Differential Equations and Mechanics, Mathematical Discovery: Problem Solving and Programming, Mathematical Foundations, Calculus and Linear Algebra, Mathematical Methods and Applications, Probability, Data and Statistics, Mathematical Challenge: Problem Solving and Programming in Business and Industry, Applied Linear Algebra and Optimisation.

Career pathways

Get ready to launch your career and choose from a range of opportunities such as data science, financial services, medical statistics, quantitative analysis, software engineering, sports data analytics and teaching. You’ll also learn transferable skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, producing and collaboration for group work to help you in future roles.

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