Mathematics
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSc (Hons) | On-Campus | Full-time, Sandwich | 3 - 4 years | September | find out | find out |
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About Mathematics, BSc (Hons) - at University of Portsmouth
Overview
Mathematics has shaped societies for thousands of years – from the Ancient Babylonians to today's increasingly sophisticated technology. Continue the tradition of unpicking complex mathematical problems and apply your methods to scenarios such as monitoring the spread of disease, predicting the route of a cloud of ash from a volcano or forecasting climate change.
Study core mathematical topics including calculus, algebra, matrices, modelling and differential equations. Then shape your degree to your ambitions and interests in following years, by choosing optional modules in pure and applied maths such as abstract algebra, financial modelling, operational research and cosmology.
When you graduate, you’ll be in high demand, especially in the expanding technology, data and machine learning industries.
Course highlights
- Study in a welcoming and supportive environment, with student satisfaction in the top 10 nationally and a daily drop-in Maths Café
- Delve into topics including dynamical systems, partial differential equations, health research and group theory
- Learn from expert researchers such as Dr Jamie Foster, whose mathematical modelling is used to design electric car batteries
- Develop coding skills in programming languages including Python, and learn to use industry-standard mathematical, statistical and operational research software.
- Apply your skills on optional work placements in companies such as IBM and DSTL, or choose a module assisting maths teachers in local schools
- Investigate theories alongside the University's mathematicians — 95% of our research in Mathematics was rated as world-leading or internationally excellent and we're ranked top among modern UK universities for overall performance and research environment
Careers and opportunities
Mathematics is more than just number crunching.
A degree in mathematics shows that you have the ability to think analytically and conveys an intellectual maturity that many employers look for when they hire staff.
The demand for mathematics graduates is increasing too. The Council for the Mathematical Sciences predicts more than 7 million people in the UK will need mathematical science skills in 2030 – an increase of 900,000 compared to 2009, in particular in the fast-growing machine learning and space sectors.
Graduate destinations
Our graduates have worked for companies such as:
- NATS (National Air Traffic Services)
- TSB
- JP Morgan
- NHS
- BAE
- HSBC
- Portsmouth Grammar School
What jobs can you do with a mathematics degree?
Our graduates now work in roles including:
- research analyst
- service reliability engineer
- accountant
- mathematics teacher
- credit risk analyst
- data scientist
- graduate scientific research engineer
Ongoing career support – up to 5 years after you graduate
Get experience while you study, with support to find part-time jobs, volunteering opportunities, and work experience.
Towards the end of your degree and for up to five years after graduation, you’ll receive one-to-one support from our Graduate Recruitment Consultancy to help you find your perfect role.
Placements (optional)
After your second or third year, you can do an optional work placement year to get valuable longer-term work experience in industry.
A placement year gives you an advantage over other graduates who may understand theory but won't have the experience of applying their learning to a working environment. We’ll help you secure a work placement that fits your aspirations, and you’ll get mentoring and support throughout the year.
You could also choose to set up your own business, or take a voluntary placement.
Potential roles
Previous students have taken placement roles such as:
- innovation and infrastructure specialist
- counter terrorism and security
- student research analyst
Potential destinations
They've completed placements at organisations including:
- IBM
- Defence Science and Technology Laboratory
- British Telecom
Entry requirements for this course
Contact University of Portsmouth to find course entry requirements.
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