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BSc (Hons)

Mathematics (with Foundation Year)

Duration
4 years
Start
September 2025
UCAS Code
G678
Delivery
In-person

This foundation year builds on your mathematical skills, preparing you for entry onto the BSc (Hons) Mathematics degree.

Why study with us

  • This course was ranked 1st in the UK with 100% of students satisfied with their course (National Student Survey 2020)
  • Our friendly lecturers are always available to help support you. They'll make sure you're ready to start the degree of your choice.
  • There are opportunities to go on international field trips which have an educational purpose. Previous students have been as far afield as Benin in West Africa.
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What you'll do

  • You’ll study Foundation Maths modules and follow this up with either three physics or three computing modules.
  • You’ll develop important transferable skills such as teamwork and communication - important to employers, and useful in your studies.
  • Other key workplace skills you’ll acquire include analytical, investigative, problem-solving and self-management.

Modules

In Year 3 you can choose between studying one of the following compulsory modules: either Mathematics Project or UAS Teaching Placement.

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. As well as to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.

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The course offers a range of pure, applied and statistic modules you can choose from. I really liked that the class sizes were small, it gives you the chance to build a rapport with your lecturers.
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Mariyah Nagdee
BSc (Hons) Mathematics Alumni

Accreditations

Future careers

Your mathematics degree with a foundation year is a stepping stone to a career in a many sectors, including finance, banking and insurance, business consultancy and operational research.

Entry requirements

We will consider your educational achievements, predicted grades, work experience and personal statement. If you don't meet the grades for your chosen course, we will consider you for other programmes.

We know that many factors can influence the grades you achieve in school or college. If your life experience has affected your academic studies, we can take this into account. Use the UCAS Points Calculator below to check whether you are eligible.

Unsure if you meet our entry requirements? Contact our friendly Course Enquiries team to talk through your options.

  • UCAS: 64 points at A2
  • BTEC Extended Diploma: MPP plus GCSE Maths at grade A/7
  • BTEC Diploma: MM
  • Pass Access Course: 64 points
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 64 points from Higher Level subjects
  • T Level: P (D or E)
  • IELTS: grade 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5
  • GCSEs: 5 at Grade C/4 including English and maths at grade A/7

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Our courses with a foundation year could be exactly what you're looking for. They provide an alternative route to study for this degree.

Find out more about our courses with a foundation year.

Fees and funding

2024/25
UK
First year£9,250 for the first year
Full-time£9,250 per year
International
First year£16,400 for the first year
Full-time£16,500 per year
2025/26
UK
First year£9,250 for the first year
Full-time£9,250 per year
International
First year£17,250 for the first year
Full-time£17,325 per year

Scholarships and bursaries

We have a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.

Select your country to see eligibility information and how to apply by selecting more info on the cards below.

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This course is delivered by the School of Engineering and Computing

For information on possible changes to course information, see our essential and important course information

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