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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Mathematics with Data Science

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Mathematics with Data Science course at University of Southampton.

Select a qualification to see required grades

A level

A,A,A

Typical Offer: AAA or AABB including Mathematics (grade A) EPQ Offer: AAB including Mathematics (grade A) plus grade A in the EPQ Offers typically exclude General Studies, Use of Mathematics and Critical Thinking. If STEP is taken alongside three A-levels then the offer will be AAB including grade A in Mathematics and grade 2 in STEP.

Most popular A-levels studied

The Mathematics with Data Science course at University of Southampton features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.

Mathematics
Statistics
SubjectGrade
MathematicsA
Further MathematicsA
PhysicsB
Computer ScienceA
ChemistryB
SubjectGrade
MathematicsA*
Further MathematicsB
PhysicsA
BiologyA
Business StudiesD
Source: HESA

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: G1G5

Here's what University of Southampton says about its Mathematics with Data Science course.

Combine mathematical theory with practical skills in data analysis and computation on our BSc Mathematics with Data Science degree.

Data is a critical asset for businesses, research, and policy making. As a BSc Maths with Data Science graduate, you'll have the experience to tackle complex data-focused challenges. With your skills in maths and data analysis, you'll be prepared for careers in data science, analytics, and research.

Use our Maths Study space, with pods for group work, chalkboards and glass walls for writing on, to study with friends and get support from students across all year groups.

Furthermore, as part of the Russell Group, our rigorous scientific research feeds directly into your modules.

Key features of this course:

Explore topics such as machine learning, data visualisation, statistical modelling and optimisation, as well as choosing from a range of optional modules

As you'll be learning maths for data science, you'll also look at programming languages like Python and R

You’ll be taught through a combination of lectures and workshops, by leading researchers in fields, such as group theory, the mathematics of nature and experimental design.

Student Support

Your Personal Academic Tutor (PAT) will be there to help guide you throughout your time at Southampton. Offering career advice and guidance, as well as signposting to pastoral services if needed.

Further information

The department is based at Highfield Campus, our oldest and largest campus, located close to Southampton Common. It's the academic heart of our University and home to social events, sports facilities and our Students' Union.

Source: University of Southampton

Course details

Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Department

Mathematical Sciences

Location

Main Site - Highfield Campus | Southampton

Duration

3 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Mathematics

• Statistics

Start date

14 September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,535 per year (provisional)
Scotland£9,535 per year (provisional)
Wales£9,535 per year (provisional)
Northern Ireland£9,535 per year (provisional)
Channel Islands£9,535 per year (provisional)
Republic of Ireland£9,535 per year (provisional)
EU£24,800 per year
International£24,800 per year

The modules you will study

Please see the course page on our website

How you will be assessed

You will be assessed in a variety of ways such as coursework, tests and exams, enabling you to demonstrate your strengths and show what you have learnt.

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PAT is sometimes late to reply (this is like your tutor) otherwise good.

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There are some leaks/repairs bu overall very happy.

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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Southampton

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

The Mathematics with Data Science course at University of Southampton features content from more than one subject area. Using the options below, you can see ratings from students who took courses in each of these subject areas at this uni

Mathematics
Statistics

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

89%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

86%

low

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

61%

low

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

88%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

80%

med

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

85%

low

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

83%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

85%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

79%

med

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

84%

med

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

89%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

74%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

83%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

77%

med

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

89%

low

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

84%

low

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

77%

low

How well organised is your course?

83%

med

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

90%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

83%

low

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

89%

med

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

63%

low

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

89%

med

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

75%

low

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

80%

med

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

84%

low

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

76%

low

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

81%

low

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

80%

low

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

65%

low

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

85%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

75%

low

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

75%

low

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

85%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

85%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

76%

med

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

75%

low

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

61%

low

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

70%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

80%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

55%

low

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

75%

low

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

84%

low

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

84%

med

How well organised is your course?

76%

low

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

73%

low

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

68%

low

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

73%

low

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

70%

med

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

95%

high

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

75%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

70%

med

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

89%

med

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

80%

low

Student information

The Mathematics with Data Science course at University of Southampton features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.

Mathematics
Statistics
Mode of study
Full-time100%
Gender ratio
Female33%Male67%
Where students come from
International29%UK71%
Student performance
2:1 or above81%
Number of students635
Mode of study
Full-time100%
Gender ratio
Female47%Male53%
Where students come from
International69%UK31%
Number of students50
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

The Mathematics with Data Science course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about University of Southampton graduates across each of those subject areas.

Mathematical sciences
Mathematics

Graduate statistics

79%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

86%

In work, study or other activity

75%

Say it fits with future plans

50%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

26%

Business, Research and Administrative Professionals

20%

Information Technology Professionals

16%

Finance Professionals

10%

Administrative occupations

Graduate statistics

80%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

86%

In work, study or other activity

75%

Say it fits with future plans

50%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

26%

Business, Research and Administrative Professionals

20%

Information Technology Professionals

16%

Finance Professionals

10%

Administrative occupations

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of Southampton graduates who took Mathematics with Data Science - or another course in the same subject area.

Mathematical sciences

Earnings

£28.8k

First year after graduation

£36.5k

Third year after graduation

£43.4k

Fifth year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Mathematics with Data Science.

Source: LEO

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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