BSc Mathematics
About this course
BSc in BSc Mathematics, a mathematics degree centred on analytical methods and mathematical theory. The course is accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications and the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries, and incorporates final-year project work supervised by departmental experts. Students can tailor their studies toward pure mathematics, theoretical physics, or statistics and probability, exploring topics such as quantum mechanics, financial risk management, and number theory.
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Entry requirements
A level: A*A*A including A* in Mathematics and A in another mathematics-related subject, or A*AA including A*A (in any order) in Mathematics and Further Mathematics. Mathematics-related subjects include Biology; Chemistry; Computer Science; Economics; and Physics. STEP paper achievement may be included as part of an alternative offer. IB: 40 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 7 at Higher Level in Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) and 6 at Higher Level in another mathematics-related subject. Mathematics-related subjects include Biology; Chemistry; Computer Science; Economics; and Physics. STEP paper achievement may be included as part of an alternative offer. BTEC: D*D*D in either Engineering BTEC National Level 3 Extended Diploma, plus A in Mathematics at A-level (or equivalent), or any Applied General BTEC National Level 3 Extended Diploma, plus A in Mathematics at A-level (or equivalent). Applicants taking Engineering BTEC may be invited to take an additional mathematics assessment in place of A-level Mathematics. Find out more about BTEC entry requirements
Real offers for this course
Applicants have posted 19 UCAS decisions for BSc Mathematics (G100) at the University of Bristol for 2027 entry so far: 19 offers. The published offer is A*A*A at A level. The first offer was posted on 29 September.
What students say
Based on about 47 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 87%
- Learning opportunities: 86%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 94%
- Learning resources: 88%
- Student voice: 83%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 155 students who started
- Continued on course: 93%
- Left higher education: 6%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 1%
What graduates do next
Based on about 34 graduates who answered
- Working: 67%
- Working and studying: 3%
- Further study: 14%
- Unemployed: 9%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 25%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 25%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 15%
- Information Technology Professionals: 10%
- Process, plant and machine operatives: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 60%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 300 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 4%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 41%
- South East: 10%
- South West: 28%
- Wales: 3%
- Scotland: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 150 students who started
- A levels: 94%
- Baccalaureate: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 4%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.
- This course is accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA) and meets the educational requirements for the Chartered Mathematician (CMath) designation when followed by either: a) Further study at master’s level (FHEQ level 7), or b) Work-based training and experience to reach an equivalent level of competence. It is also recognised as meeting the educational requirements for IMA membership at the appropriate level, from Student Member to Fellow.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Mathematics at University of Bristol earn?
The median salary is £32,500 after 15 months, £34,500 after 3 years, £48,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £35,000 and £63,000. The £48,000 median after five years is £8,500 more than the UK median for Mathematics.
What do graduates of BSc Mathematics at University of Bristol do next?
84% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Mathematics at University of Bristol?
87% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Mathematics at University of Bristol?
The typical offer is A*A*A at A level, or 40 points in the IB. The average entrant had 187 UCAS points. Applicants who posted offers on UniScout for 2027 entry were most often predicted A*A*A*.
When does the University of Bristol send offers for BSc Mathematics?
For 2027 entry, applicants have posted 19 decisions for this course on UniScout. The first offer was posted on 29 September, and the most decisions so far arrived in October.
Is BSc Mathematics at University of Bristol accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations. This course is accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA) and meets the educational requirements for the Chartered Mathematician (CMath) designation when followed by either: a) Further study at master’s level (FHEQ level 7), or b) Work-based training and experience to reach an equivalent level of competence. It is also recognised as meeting the educational requirements for IMA membership at the appropriate level, from Student Member to Fellow.
How many students continue on BSc Mathematics at University of Bristol?
93% of students continued into their second year, and 6% left higher education.