- Join us as a mathematics undergraduate, and you can tailor your learning with a flexible degree programme offering a wide range of options.
- You will study at one of the most respected departments of mathematics in the country, with a rich heritage and a clear focus on the future.
- You will join a close-knit maths community and learn in a friendly, sociable environment with a focus on small-group teaching.
- You will benefit from our excellent links with employers, including many of our alumni.
BSc Mathematics and Philosophy
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Duration3 year(s)
Tuition FeeGBP 48,235 / Year
Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
BSc Mathematics and Philosophy
About
The BSc Mathematics and Philosophy offers a joint-honours degree programme, representing a close and fruitful connection which has existed since the time of the ancient Greeks.
The course explores both sides of the programme, together with the interesting border region between the two. Both disciplines are given equal weight, and each offers you a wide range of options.
In your final year you do a substantial Philosophy dissertation and can choose to do a project on a mathematical topic, supervised by a member of staff.
The content of the programme is closely linked with that of the two individual single-honours degrees, and so transfer to either of these departments is possible at the end of the first year.
Requirements
Entry Requirements
37 points overall with 7,6,6 at Higher Level, including 7 in Mathematics.
We will only accept Higher Level Mathematics: analysis and approaches.
English Program Requirements
All applicants to the University (from the UK and Overseas) are required to show evidence of English Language proficiency. The minimum English Language requirement for this course is either:
- GCSE/iGCSE English Language grade C/4
- IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.5 in writing, and 6.0 in each other sub-skill
- TOEFL iBT: 90 overall with a minimum of 22 in writing and nothing below 20 in the other sub-tests
- Pearson PTE Academic: 70 overall with 70 in writing and nothing below 65
- An acceptable equivalent qualification. Learn more about our English language requirements .
Career
Career opportunities
The careers team were amazing in helping with interview preparation,
allowing me to practice interview technique and gain confidence for my applications.
Hannah Levell / Trainee Accountant at PwC
The support network, careers events, and extracurricular activities provided by the university all helped me significantly.
Without them I would have found obtaining a job post university much more difficult.
Nicolas Brusby / Rolls Royce
By studying a Mathematics degree with The University of Manchester, you will develop skills and knowledge that are of huge value in a wide variety of professions.
The University of Manchester is one of the most targeted universities in the country by employers*. 89% of mathematics graduates are in work or further studies 15 months after graduating**. You can read some of our graduates' stories on the Department of Mathematics blog.
Your studies will be fantastic preparation for any area of employment requiring clear and logical thinking. Plus, our award-winning careers services will support you on your journey to finding the right career path for you.
The main areas of employment that graduates enter are:
- Finance
- Industry
- Computing (including operational research)
- Management
- Administration
- Statistics
- Teaching (schools and colleges)
- Postgraduate study
Many of our graduates have pursued careers in finance in firms such as:
- KPMG
- Goldman Sachs
- PricewaterhouseCoopers
- Deloitte
- Barclays
- Deutsche Bank
A substantial number of previous graduates have undertaken further programmes of study such as MSc in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Finance, Business, Management and Computer Science. Some have also gone on to train as teachers.
Calculating Careers
The Department of Mathematics puts significant emphasis on careers and holds a number of events throughout the year. These include talks, workshops and networking sessions.
We also host the annual Calculating Careers Fair. This takes place in early October each year and is attended by a large number of international graduate recruiters. Some of the previous attendees to this event include:
- Amazon
- Amec
- Barclays
- BP
- BT
- Credit Suisse
- GCHQ
- IBM
- PricewaterhouseCoopers
- RBS
- Teach First
- Deloitte
This fair is a great opportunity for students to network with a number of graduate employers early in their academic careers.
Fee Information
Tuition Fee
48,235 / year
BSc Mathematics and Philosophy
The University of Manchester
United Kingdom, Manchester