BSc (Hons) Mathematics with Computer Science at University of Plymouth

Programme overview

Joint mathematics and computer science degree building a mathematical foundation alongside Python programming, AI and machine learning, and high performance computing.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering | Department: School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics | Duration: 3 years (plus optional placement year) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 builds mathematical and computer science foundations including Python programming. Year 2 covers mathematics and computer science topics including the ethical use of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning algorithms and case studies from industry. The final year covers specialised computer science topics, including large-scale simulation on high performance computing facilities and programming quantum computers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

112 UCAS points typical offer. GCSE Mathematics and English at grade C/4 or above. A levels: 112 points from a minimum of 2 A levels, including grade B in Mathematics or Further Mathematics (Pure Maths, Pure and Applied Maths, Maths and Statistics and Maths and Mechanics are treated as Maths). BTEC: DMM including a distinction in a mathematics unit. Access to HE Diploma: 33 level 3 credits with at least 12 at Distinction in Mathematics including a unit introducing calculus, plus GCSE English and Maths at C/4. International Baccalaureate: 28 points including 5 at Higher Level Mathematics. Other qualifications and returning learners are considered individually ([email protected]). Contextual offers are typically 8 points below the advertised tariff. International applicants: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each component (University of Plymouth standard undergraduate requirement).

Duration: 3 years

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