Mathematics and Statistical Science MSci

University College London (UCL)

United Kingdom, London

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University College London (UCL)

United Kingdom , London

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

GGC3

Campuses

London

Bloomsbury

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 39,800 / year

Mathematics and Statistical Science MSci

About

Course overview

In the first and second years of the programme you will take a balanced selection of modules in both UCL Mathematics and UCL Statistical Science. You will take a selection of designated modules in the third year and undertake a major project in your fourth year, which will include a substantial piece of written work and a presentation.

Statistics will include much practical work while the mathematics will cover the theoretical aspects of the pure mathematics required to sustain and understand this.

This programme is offered as a three-year BSc or a four-year MSci degree. The first two years of the programme are identical, and students are advised to apply for the MSci degree in the first instance, as it is possible to transfer to the BSc during the first three years.

What this course will give you

The programme is an excellent preparation for becoming a professional statistician, an actuary, or working in data science.

Internationally renowned (6th in the UK, QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023: Mathematics), UCL Mathematics is home to world-leading researchers in a wide range of fields, especially geometry, spectral theory, number theory, numerical analysis, fluid dynamics and mathematical modelling.

Three of the six British winners of the Fields medal (the mathematician's equivalent of the Nobel Prize) have associations with the department.

This MSci, accredited by the Royal Statistical Society, offers an additional year of study on top of the Mathematics and Statistical Science BSc. Students have the opportunity to specialise further by taking more advanced modules and completing a major project. No previous knowledge of statistics is required.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

A levels IB Diploma Other qualifications

Grades: A*A*A
Subjects: A*A*A with A*A* in Mathematics and Further Mathematics, or A*AA with A*A in Mathematics and Further Mathematics, in any order, and a 2 in any STEP Paper or a Distinction in the Mathematics AEA. Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, English Language, English Literature, Physics and Statistics preferred.
GCSEs: English Language and Mathematics at grade C or 4.

Contextual offer information

Grades: A*A*C more about contextual offers
Subjects: A*A* in Mathematics and Further Mathematics, or A*AC with A*A in Mathematics and Further Mathematics, in any order, and a 2 in any STEP Paper or a Distinction in the Mathematics AEA. Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, English Language, English Literature, Physics and Statistics preferred.
GCSEs: English Language and Mathematics at grade C or 4.

Points: 40
Subjects: A total of 40 points overall with 20 points in three higher level subjects including 7 in Mathematics, or 39 overall with 19 points in three higher level subjects including 7 in Mathematics and a 2 in any STEP paper or a distinction in Mathematics AEA. The programme will accept higher level 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' only. Physics, Statistics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology, Economics, English Language, English Literature preferred as third subject.

Contextual offer

Points: 38 more about contextual offers
Subjects: A total of 18 points in three higher level subjects including 7 in Mathematics, with no higher level score below 5. The programme will accept higher level 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' only. Physics, Statistics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology, Economics, English Language, English Literature preferred as third subject.

UK applicants qualifications

For entry requirements with other UK qualifications accepted by UCL, choose your qualification from the list below:

Equivalent qualification

Not acceptable for entrance to this programme.

D2,D2,D3 in three Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects, including D2 in Mathematics. Or D2,D3,D3 in three Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects, including D2 in Mathematics and a 2 in any STEP paper. Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, English Language, English Literature, Physics and Statistics preferred.

A1,A1,A at Advanced Highers (or A1,A1 at Advanced Higher and A,A,A at Higher) including A1,A1 in Mathematics and either Mathematics of Mechanics or Statistics at Advanced Highers, or A1,A,A at Advanced Highers (or A1,A at Advanced Higher and A,A,A at Higher) including A1,A in any order in Mathematics and either Mathematics of Mechanics or Statistics at Advanced Highers and a 2 in any STEP paper. Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, English Language, English Literature, Physics and Statistics preferred.

Not acceptable for entrance to this programme.

Successful completion of the WBQ Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate plus 2 GCE A levels at grades A*A*A with A*A* in Mathematics and Further Mathematics, or A*AA and a 2 in any STEP paper or Distinction in AEA, with A*A in any order in Mathematics and Further Mathematics.

International applications

Country-specific information, including details of when UCL representatives are visiting your part of the world, can be obtained from the International Students website.

English Program Requirements

The English language level for this programme is: Level 1

Information about the evidence required, acceptable qualifications and test providers can be found on our English language requirements page.

A variety of English language programmes are offered at the UCL Centre for Languages & International Education.

Career

The foundation of your career

A mathematics degree is highly valued by employers due to the skills in logical thinking, analysis, problem-solving and, of course, numeracy, that it develops.

The knowledge and skills gained on the programme can also be used in fields including forecasting, risk analysis and trading; financial services, such as accountancy, banking and insurance; and scientific research, information technology and industry.

This programme prepares you to continue in further study such as a Master's degree, or a PGCE qualification.

Employability

We aim to develop your skills in mathematical reasoning, problem-solving and accurate mathematical manipulation. You will also learn to handle abstract concepts and to think critically, argue logically and express yourself clearly.

Accreditation

The Mathematics and Statistical Science MSci degree is accredited by the Royal Statistical Society for students who first enrol between September 2023 and September 2028.