Mathematics

You'll learn to use mathematics to solve real problems on this degree, particularly in the field of business. There are two pathways to choose from: BSc (Hons) Mathematics or BSc (Hons) Mathematics (Computing).

The highlights

• Choose which pathway best suits you before you apply: our BSc (Hons) Mathematics pathway or our BSc (Hons) Mathematics (Computing) pathway
• You will develop your knowledge of mathematical methods and techniques and get the chance to apply these to real problems through projects and placements
• You will benefit from new digital learning technologies, for example there is bespoke course material developed in partnership with the Canadian technology company Vretta
• You can choose to study or work abroad as part of this degree, and take a placement year  
• Follow in the footsteps of our high-flying graduates who have gone on to work for organisations such as the London Stock Exchange, Microsoft and IBM

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• Students with an overall score of 60% would usually be eligible for the International Foundation Year
• UKVI IELTS 4.5 with a minimum of 4.0 in all components (CEFR B1) is also required

• If you are studying and completing any internationally recognised qualification such as A-levels; International Baccalaureate (IB) or the American Curricula from the International Schools within Jordan, then you can begin from the first year of a Bachelors degree. Please see individual course pages for specific entry requirements
• If you have completed a recognised international foundation programme with good grades
• Advanced entry to year 2 or 3 may be possible. You will need to supply detailed information including courses taken, grades achieved, syllabus and a grading guide

After graduating from our BSc (Hons) Mathematics or BSc (Hons) Mathematics (Computing), you will have advanced analytical and numerical skills and also be great at problem-solving and logical thinking. These abilities are valued by employers and could lead on to careers in:

• finance and banking
• data science and data analysis
• software engineering
• mathematical research
• innovation in teaching and digital learning technologies

If you graduate from the Computing pathway, you'll find you are suited to other jobs too, such as computer programmer, network technician, systems architect or systems engineer.

Some of our mathematics graduates have gone on to work for organisations like the London Stock Exchange, the Police, the Civil Service, Microsoft and IBM.