BSc Mathematics and Computer Science
About this course
BSc Mathematics and Computer Science, a joint honours degree in mathematics and computer science, merges the fundamentals of both disciplines into a unified mathematical and applied scientific framework. The course builds a strong mathematical foundation, enabling students to approach computer science through logic and abstraction rather than solely as engineering, preparing them to contribute across areas from pure mathematics to applied computer science. Students study artificial intelligence and machine learning from both mathematical and applied perspectives to develop expertise in these evolving fields.
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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 1 UCAS decision for BSc Mathematics and Computer Science (GG14) at the University of Bristol for 2027 entry so far. The published offer is A*A*A at A level.
What students say
Based on about 11 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 92%
- Learning opportunities: 87%
- Assessment and feedback: 88%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 90%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 91%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 28 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 10%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 28%
- Finance Professionals: 16%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 13%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 11%
- Engineering professionals: 4%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 85 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 4%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 9%
- London: 38%
- South East: 8%
- South West: 34%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
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 and Computer Science at University of Bristol earn?
The median salary is £37,000 after 15 months, £48,000 after 3 years, £72,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £49,500 and £98,000. The £72,000 median after five years is £32,500 more than the UK median for Mathematics.
What do graduates of BSc Mathematics and Computer Science at University of Bristol do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Mathematics and Computer Science at University of Bristol?
92% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Mathematics and Computer Science at University of Bristol?
The typical offer is A*A*A at A level, or 40 points in the IB. The average entrant had 178 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Mathematics and Computer Science at University of Bristol?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.