Mathematics with Statistics

UCAS code: G1G3

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

Ranked 13th in the UK for statistics and operational research (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025), the University of Southampton’s BSc Mathematics with Statistics will give you an excellent understanding led by academics at the forefront of their fields.

Statistics and data science are increasingly in demand in industry and business. Training in statistics will provide opportunities to work in manufacturing, environmental science, medical research and government. You could work on clinical trials or analyse quality control processes. You’ll graduate with a technical background in mathematics, and the statistical and communication skills needed for a career as a statistician.

You'll study core mathematical topics such as algebra and calculus. You’ll learn both practical and theoretical statistics, including probability theory to understand random events, and modern computing techniques to analyse large amounts of data.

As part of this course you’ll:

• Understand, analyse and communicate statistical results

• Learn how to model random events and processes

• Apply statistical analysis to real-world data

• Use our student centre, a dedicated learning and social space, exclusively for maths students

• Use mathematical and computational packages such as Python and the statistics package 'R'

You’ll be taught through a combination of lectures and workshops by leading researchers. Their fields of expertise include survey methods, healthcare modelling and designing experiments.

Southampton mathematics graduates are in great demand. Many employers look for graduates with strong problem-solving skills who can develop sound analytical arguments. Depending on your degree specialism, a wide range of career destinations are available including mathematician, statistician, actuary and financial analyst. Our graduates are employed by organisations including Deloitte, British Airways, IBM, Amazon UK and Formula 1 racing teams and earn on average £36,700 with over 97% in employment or further study within 15 months of graduating (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23, published 2025).

Year one will give you a foundation in key areas such as calculus, linear algebra and mathematical modelling. In the second year you begin to specialise, choosing from modules in pure maths, applied maths and statistics.

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.