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Mathematics

Entry requirements


A level

B,B,B

Mathematics at grade B or above. Excludes General Studies.

Considered on an individual basis.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

5 GCSEs at grade 4 / C or above to include English and Mathematics.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

31

to include 5 points in Mathematics at Higher Level.

Considered on an individual basis.

Scottish Higher

B,B,C,C,C

to include Mathematics at Advanced Higher.

UCAS Tariff

120

[1] 4 qualifications for tariff points allowed (excludes general studies) [2] Must include 40 Tariff points in mathematics qualification [3] May also include AS level and EPQ

About this course


This course has alternative study modes. Contact the university to find out how the information below might vary.

Course option

3years

Full-time | 2024

Other options

4 years | Sandwich | 2024

Subject

Mathematics

If you’re curious about numbers and how they’re used practically in the ‘real world’, a Mathematics BSc can lead you down many career paths. The course is taught by a team of internationally renowned research active academics putting success of students upfront and eager to share passion for mathematics.

Mathematics is an ancient subject which, from its earliest days, has underpinned much of daily life, in finance, commerce, science, technology, engineering and even philosophy – from understanding the structure of the universe and predicting earthquakes to interpreting error-correcting codes on digital devices and enabling us to stream music and video.

In this course you will:
* Gain expertise in advanced analytical and numerical techniques for mathematical formulation and quantitative solution of real world problems

* Hone abstract reasoning and critical thinking skills to become a globally competent mathematician aware of their social responsibilities

* Become adept at quickly learning new complex ideas and confidently contributing solutions via personal impact and effective collaboration

**Key Course Benefits**

* You will be taught by a teaching team which includes active world renowned researchers in applied mathematics with expertise in fluid dynamics and complex systems, who share their cutting edge research expertise through teaching and supervising projects.

* The teaching team is passionate about and uniquely oriented towards success and well being of their students

* Our extensive faculty links with potential employers, including National Grid, MathWorks, Unipart, Rolls-Royce and Jaguar Land Rover, help us to maintain an excellent track record for graduate employability.

* You’ll have the opportunity to access our computing facilities, which enable you to gain experience using mathematical software packages, like MAPLE and MATLAB®.

* You’ll have the option to access one-to-one assistance from Sigma, the University’s internationally renowned Centre for Excellence in Mathematics and Statistics Support, which previously won the Times Higher Education (THE) award for Outstanding Support for Students.

Modules

Year One

This course has a common first year.

In the first year, the curriculum is shared across related courses allowing you to gain a broad grounding in the discipline before going on, in the second and third years, to specialist modules in your chosen field.

We want your degree to fit around you, so upon successful completion of your first year, you could swap degrees with another course in your common first year (subject to meeting progression requirements).

Common first-year courses

Mathematics and Statistics BSc (Hons)
Physics and Mathematics BSc (Hons)

Modules

Calculus - 20 Credits
Algebra - 20 Credits
Programming 1: Concepts and Algorithms - 20 Credits
Probability and Statistics - 20 Credits
Mechanics and Numerical Methods - 20 Credits
Mathematical Case Studies - 20 Credits

Year Two
In the second year you will develop the mathematics which you started in year one, concentrating further on a core of theoretical and applicable mathematics, from more advanced algebra and calculus, through ordinary and partial differential equations to real analysis and a strand of statistical study.

Modules
Further Calculus and Complex Analysis - 20 credits
Linear Algebra and Differential Equations - 20 Credits
Groups and Rings - 20 Credits
Partial Differential Equations and Analytical Mechanics - 20 Credits
Real Analysis - 20 Credits
Linear Statistical Models - 20 Credits

Placement Year
There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement* can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final year of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future.

If you choose to do a work placement year, you will pay a reduced tuition fee* of £1250. For more information, please go to the fees and funding section. During this time, you will receive guidance from your employer or partner institution, along with your assigned academic mentor who will ensure you have the support you need to complete your placement.

Final Year
The final year continues the themes of developing expertise in pure and applied mathematics. In addition to core advanced modules, you will be provided with a wide choice of options from modules such as Topology and Applications, Quantum Information and Quantum Computation, and Financial Mathematics. You will also do a substantial research project on a mathematical topic with a tailored support from an individually selected supervisor.

Modules
Number Theory and Cryptography - 20 Credits
Advanced Topics in Mathematics - 20 Credits
Fluid Dynamics - 20 Credits
Project - 20 credits
Optional Modules (Choose two out of the four modules):
* Financial Mathematics
* Topology and Applications
* Quantum Information and Quantum Computation
* Advanced Topics in Statistics

We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated. Before accepting any offers, please check the website for the most up to date course content. For full module details please check the course page on the Coventry University website.
*For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website

Assessment methods

This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module.

Assessment methods may include:

Formal examinations
Phase tests
Essays
Group work
Presentations
Reports
Projects
Coursework
Individual Assignments

The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.

Tuition fees

Select where you currently live to see what you'll pay:

Channel Islands
£9,250
per year
England
£9,250
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,250
per year
Republic of Ireland
£9,250
per year
Scotland
£9,250
per year
Wales
£9,250
per year

The Uni


Course location:

Coventry University

Department:

School of Computing, Mathematics and Data Science

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What students say


We've crunched the numbers to see if overall student satisfaction here is high, medium or low compared to students studying this subject(s) at other universities.

75%
Mathematics

How do students rate their degree experience?

The stats below relate to the general subject area/s at this university, not this specific course. We show this where there isn’t enough data about the course, or where this is the most detailed info available to us.

Mathematics

Teaching and learning

63%
Staff make the subject interesting
76%
Staff are good at explaining things
71%
Ideas and concepts are explored in-depth
71%
Opportunities to apply what I've learned

Assessment and feedback

Feedback on work has been timely
Feedback on work has been helpful
Staff are contactable when needed
Good advice available when making study choices

Resources and organisation

80%
Library resources
76%
IT resources
76%
Course specific equipment and facilities
67%
Course is well organised and has run smoothly

Student voice

Staff value students' opinions
Feel part of a community on my course

Who studies this subject and how do they get on?

93%
UK students
7%
International students
63%
Male students
37%
Female students
86%
2:1 or above
24%
First year drop out rate

Most popular A-Levels studied (and grade achieved)

A
E
C

After graduation


The stats in this section relate to the general subject area/s at this university – not this specific course. We show this where there isn't enough data about the course, or where this is the most detailed info available to us.

Mathematics

What are graduates doing after six months?

This is what graduates told us they were doing (and earning), shortly after completing their course. We've crunched the numbers to show you if these immediate prospects are high, medium or low, compared to those studying this subject/s at other universities.

£19,000
low
Average annual salary
100%
high
Employed or in further education
66%
med
Employed in a role where degree was essential or beneficial

Top job areas of graduates

60%
Business, finance and related associate professionals
10%
Teaching and educational professionals
8%
Sales, marketing and related associate professionals

Want to feel needed? This is one of the most flexible degrees of all and with so much of modern work being based on data, there are options everywhere for maths graduates. With all that training in handling figures, it's hardly surprising that a lot of maths graduates go into well-paid jobs in the IT or finance industries, and last year, a maths graduate in London could expect a very respectable average starting salary of £27k. And we're always short of teachers in maths, so that is an excellent option for anyone wanting to help the next generation. And if you want a research job, you'll want a doctorate — and a really good maths doctorate will get you all sorts of interest from academia and finance — and might secure some of the highest salaries going for new leavers from university.

What about your long term prospects?

Looking further ahead, below is a rough guide for what graduates went on to earn.

Mathematics

The graph shows median earnings of graduates who achieved a degree in this subject area one, three and five years after graduating from here.

£24k

£24k

£26k

£26k

£32k

£32k

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree.

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