BSc Mathematics with Computer Science with a Placement Year

University of Reading

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University of Reading

United Kingdom , Reading

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

GG41

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 30,650 / year

Next Intake September-2026

BSc Mathematics with Computer Science with a Placement Year

About

Develop expertise in mathematics and computing, and gain vital industry experience, with our BSc Mathematics with Computer Science with Placement Year degree.

Choose BSc Mathematics with Computer Science with a Placement Year

Enjoy an enviable staff to student ratio, with a personalised focus on your education. 97% of our students said teaching staff are good at explaining things (National Student Survey 2024, 96.97% of responders from the Department of Mathematics and Statistics).
In computer science, 100% of our research impact has been classed outstanding or very considerable (REF 2021, combining 4* and 3* submissions – Computer Science and Informatics).
In maths, 98% of our research is world leading or internationally excellent and 100% of our research impact has been classed outstanding or very considerable (REF 2021, combining 4* and 3* submissions – Mathematical Sciences).
The University of Reading is ranked 1st in the UK for environmental and ethical performance (People and Planet University League, 2023/24), and won the inaugural Times Higher Education (THE) award for Outstanding Contribution to Environmental Leadership in 2023.
The University of Reading has been named Sustainable University of the Year in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025.

Your study will take place on our parkland campus at Whiteknights, which has been voted among the best and most popular green spaces in the UK for 14 consecutive years in the Green Flag Awards.

What you’ll study

With learning roughly split into two-thirds maths and one-third computer science, this degree will equip you with skills in two disciplines that are highly-valued by employers.

You’ll develop essential mathematical knowledge and skills through modules that cover:

calculus
logic and problem-solving
probability and statistics
linear algebra
differential equations.

In computer science, you’ll study the latest techniques in computing and gain programming skills that are vital in the technology industry. Your modules will include:

imperative and object-oriented programming
artificial intelligence
programming in Python
computer graphics and game design
virtual reality.

In your third year, we offer a range of optional modules in both maths and computer science, enabling you to tailor your degree to your interests and career aspirations.

Placement year

This four-year degree includes an integrated, year-long work placement between your second and final year.

We offer a variety of placements – in areas such as finance, IT, statistics and modelling – to provide you with valuable experience and insight into industry.

Our dedicated placements officer can offer advice and support to find your ideal placement, as well as developing your CV and interview skills.

If you'd prefer not to do a year-long placement, you can choose our three-year BSc Mathematics with Computer Science degree, which offers a variety of summer placement opportunities.

Chartered Mathematician designation

This course is approved by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications to meet the educational requirements of Chartered Mathematician designation, when followed by subsequent training and experience in employment to obtain competencies equivalent to those specified by the QAA for taught masters degrees.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Select Reading as your firm choice on UCAS and we'll guarantee you a place even if you don't quite meet your offer. For details, see our firm choice scheme.

Our typical offers are expressed in terms of A level, BTEC and International Baccalaureate requirements. However, we also accept many other qualifications.

Typical offer

ABC with an A in Maths, and if you place us as your Firm choice we will accept you with one grade lower than this, including accepting a B in Maths at A-level (e.g BBC with Maths at B or ABD with Maths at either A or B).

If you are studying an Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) in addition to your A levels and achieve a B in the EPQ we will accept ACC at A level with an A in Mathematics. If you place us as Firm choice we will accept BCC with a B in Mathematics alongside a B in the EPQ.

International Baccalaureate

30 points overall including 6 in Maths at higher level. If you place us as your Firm choice we will accept you with 28 points overall including 5 in Maths at higher level.

Extended Project Qualification

In recognition of the excellent preparation that the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) provides to students for University study, we can now include achievement in the EPQ as part of a formal offer.

BTEC

Not accepted unless studied alongside A level Maths. The BTEC Extended Diploma cannot be accepted on its own to cover the Maths subject requirement.

English language requirements

IELTS 6.5, with no component below 5.5

For information on other English language qualifications, please visit our international student pages.

Alternative entry requirements for International and EU students

For country specific entry requirements look at entry requirements by country.

International Foundation Programme

If you are an international or EU student and do not meet the requirements for direct entry to your chosen degree you can join the University of Reading’s International Foundation Programme. Successful completion of this 1 year programme guarantees you a place on your chosen undergraduate degree. English language requirements start as low as IELTS 4.5 depending on progression degree and start date.

Learn more about the International Foundation Programme

Pre-sessional English language programme

If you need to improve your English language score you can take a pre-sessional English course prior to entry onto your degree.

Find out the English language requirements for our courses and our pre-sessional English programme

English Program Requirements

IELTS 6.5, with no component below 5.5

Career

Career opportunities in maths and computing

Maths plays a key role in many aspects of modern life, from technological development to programming, coding and data analysis. Your mathematical knowledge – combined with the computing, teamwork and presentation skills you’ll gain during your degree – are highly valued by a range of employers.

Learn how Alice Windruss’s studies at Reading led to a graduate role in the University’s Planning and Strategy Office.

Overall, 90% of graduates from Mathematics and Statistics are in work or further study within 15 months of graduation (Based on our analysis of HESA data © HESA 2024, Graduate Outcomes Survey 2021/22; includes first degree Mathematics and Statistics responders).

You could choose to work as a mathematician or statistician for public sector organisations, such as health authorities or the Office for National Statistics, or find a career in the private sector.

Your mathematics degree is well-suited to a range of careers, including:

accountancy
financial analysis
engineering
modelling
computing
actuarial work.

Alternatively you can choose to further develop your skills by moving into research, teacher training or postgraduate studies.

Previous Reading graduates have gone on to work for organisations such as:

BDO
Civil Service
Deloitte
EY
Grant Thornton
JLL
Lloyds Banking Group
IBM
IQVIA
KPMG
NHS
Pepsi Co
PwC.

Opportunities in the Thames Valley

You’ll benefit from studying in the Thames Valley – the capital of the UK's tech industry. Located within a short distance of the University, you’ll find:

Microsoft
Oracle
Hewlett Packard
Intel
Fujitsu
Cisco
IBM.

Some of these companies have worked directly with the University to recruit Reading graduates. IBM and EY have also provided mock assessment centres for Reading students, where you can experience the graduate recruitment process and gain valuable feedback before applying.

Based on our analysis of HESA data © HESA 2020-2024, Graduate Outcomes Surveys 2017/18-2021/22, includes undergraduate responders from the Department of Mathematics.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 30,650

Application Fee

GBP

How to Apply

You can apply online for all of our courses, including courses with an Integrated Foundation Year, via the national admissions service, UCAS. You can choose to apply for up to five courses in total, including more than one course at the same institution.

1. Find a course

Browse our undergraduate courses and identify which ones you'd like to apply for. Make sure to check your course's entry requirements before you apply.

2. Begin your application

Our UCAS code is R12. The University does not have a campus code.

3. Write your personal statement

As part of your application, you'll be asked to submit a personal statement to support your application. This is your opportunity to tell us more about why you want to study the course and what interests, skills and experience you have that demonstrate your passion for the subject.

4. Submit your application

When you're happy with your application and have added the required information such as qualifications, personal statement and reference, you can submit your application.

A small charge is made by UCAS for applying to university. The application fee for 2024 entry is £27.50 for up to five choices.

Make sure to check the UCAS website for the most up-to-date application deadlines. If you have missed the January deadline, there is still the opportunity to apply (via UCAS), and we are happy to consider late applications until 30 June 2024 (all applications received after 30 June are entered into Clearing). Please be aware that some of our courses may be full after the January UCAS deadline, so we recommend early applications where possible.