MSci Mathematics at University of Bristol

Programme overview

Join a university ranked in the UK top five for Maths research ( THE analysis of REF 2021) with an excellent reputation for teaching and learning (6th in the UK for maths, Complete University Guide by subject 2026). This four-year course allows you to explore high-level mathematics at the forefront of research. If you're driven by intellectual curiosity and enjoy the satisfaction of cracking difficult puzzles, this course provides you with core mathematical skills that will equip you for a variety of careers and give you a strong basis for further study.

What you will study

Year one consists of compulsory topics, covered in lectures, small-group tutorials and working through exercises independently and with peers, as well as the freedom to explore a range of topics in collaboration with your personal tutor and fellow students. From your second year onwards, you can start to shape your degree to fit your interests, continuing with a varied degree or choosing to specialise. You'll also have the chance to study units outside 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 and A in another mathematics-related subject, or A*AA including A*A (in any order) in Mathematics and Further Mathematics. Mathematics-related subjects include Biology; Chemistry; Computer Science; Economics; and Physics. STEP paper achievement may be included as part of an alternative offer. A-level contextual offer: AAA including Mathematics and another mathematics-related subject, or AAB including AA in Mathematics and Further Mathematics. Mathematics-related subjects include Biology; Chemistry; Computer Science; Economics; and Physics. 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) and 6 at Higher Level in another mathematics-related subject. Mathematics-related subjects include Biology; Chemistry; Computer Science; Economics; and Physics. STEP paper achievement may be. Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers: Advanced Higher: AA in Mathematics and another mathematics-related subject (including Mathematics of Mechanics), and Higher: AAAAA. Mathematics-related subjects include Biology; Chemistry; Computer Science; Economics; and Physics. STEP paper achievement may be included as part of an alternative offer. GCSE: No specific subjects required. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in all skills (or equivalent). Apply through UCAS (course code G103).

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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