MSci Mathematics and Philosophy at University of Bristol

Programme overview

Join a university ranked in the UK top five for mathematics research ( THE analysis of REF 2021) with an excellent reputation for teaching and learning. If you love the challenge of thinking through a maths question and the satisfaction of having solved a difficult problem but also want to think about a broad range of intellectual questions in a rigorous way, this four-year course is for you. Linked by the formal study of logic, the two components of the course complement each other.

What you will study

In your first year, you will take mathematics units in common with all other first-year maths students. You will also take mandatory Introduction to Philosophy units. From your second year on, you can choose a variety of units in both mathematics and philosophy, such as Number Theory, Quantum Mechanics, Philosophy of Science, and Ethics, besides a few mandatory units that bridge philosophy and mathematics, such as Logic, Set Theory and Philosophy of Mathematics.

Career pathways

Our graduates are highly sought after by employers for their strong analytical, communication and organisational skills. A significant number continue with postgraduate study, while many graduates find employment in accountancy, finance, management, teaching and a wide variety of other sectors.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-level standard offer: A*A*A including A* in Mathematics, or A*AA including A*A (in any order) in Mathematics and Further Mathematics. STEP paper achievement may be included as part of an alternative offer. A-level contextual offer: AAA including Mathematics, or AAB including AA in Mathematics and Further Mathematics. STEP paper achievement may be included as part of an alternative offer. BTEC: D*D*D in either Engineering. IB Diploma: 40 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 7 at Higher Level in Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations). Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers: Advanced Higher: AA including Mathematics, and Higher: AAAAA. GCSE: No specific subjects required. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.5 in all skills (or equivalent). Apply through UCAS (course code GV15).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). First-year tuition fee for 2027 entry; subject to annual review. Source

International applicants: GBP 32,500 a year (2027/28). First-year tuition fee for 2027 entry; subject to annual review. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/

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