MMath Mathematics at University of Cambridge

Programme overview

Mathematics at Cambridge gives you the opportunity to develop your mathematical skills to the highest levels. The course offers a wide range of subjects, from abstract logic to black holes. Study different options to discover your strengths, extend your knowledge and develop your interests.

Faculty: School of the Physical Sciences | Department: Faculty of Mathematics | Duration: BA (Hons) 3 years full-time, or MMath 4 years full-time | Study mode: full-time (integrated: optional fourth year after the BA) | Intake: October 2027 | Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 (Part IA): You choose from 2 core options: Mathematics with Physics, if you want to study Physics after the first year. Year 2 (Part IB): You'll study topics from Year 1 in greater depth, as well as some new topics. Year 3 (Part II): You explore your mathematical interests in detail.

Career pathways

A Cambridge Mathematics degree is versatile and very marketable. When you graduate you’ll be in high demand in business, commerce and industry, as well as the academic world. Some of our students go on to further study, while others follow a wide variety of careers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum offer: A level A*A*A; IB: 41-42 points, with 776 at Higher Level; STEP: all Colleges usually require at least grade 1 in two STEP papers (STEP 2 and 3). Check the information below about STEP and the flexible offer scheme. Required subjects (A level/IB Higher Level or equivalent): Mathematics; Further Mathematics (A level only – please see the information below about Further Mathematics A level). Admission assessment: All applicants for Mathematics are required to take the Test of Mathematics for University Admission (TMUA) at an authorised assessment centre. You must register in advance for this test. Submitted work: You won't usually be asked to submit examples of written work.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Home fee status; subject to inflationary increases in later years. Source

International applicants: GBP 34,356 a year (2027/28). Overseas fee status University tuition fee, fixed for the course; a separate College fee (varies by College) is payable in addition. Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: BA (Hons) 3 years full-time, or MMath 4 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/applying

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