BSc Mathematics and Philosophy
About this course
BSc in Mathematics and Philosophy, a mathematics and philosophy degree linked by the formal study of logic. The two subjects complement each other, allowing students to develop mathematical maturity alongside rigorous analysis and argument. In the final year, students complete an independent extended essay project on a philosophical topic under staff supervision.
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Entry requirements
A level: A*A*A including A* in Mathematics, or A*AA including A*A (in any order) in Mathematics and Further Mathematics. 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). 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 an additional mathematics assessment in place of A-level Mathematics. Find out more about BTEC entry requirements
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Real offers for this course
Applicants have posted 2 UCAS decisions for BSc Mathematics and Philosophy (VG51) 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 8 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 96%
- Learning opportunities: 90%
- Assessment and feedback: 95%
- Academic support: 96%
- Organisation and management: 75%
- Learning resources: 97%
- Student voice: 86%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 85%
- Working and studying: 15%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 25%
- Teaching Professionals: 20%
- Information Technology Professionals: 20%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 35%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 120 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 2%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 60%
- South East: 9%
- South West: 18%
- Wales: 3%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
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 Philosophy at University of Bristol earn?
The median salary is £28,500 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £36,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £29,000 and £47,500. The £36,500 median after five years is £3,000 less than the UK median for Mathematics.
What do graduates of BSc Mathematics and Philosophy at University of Bristol do next?
100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Mathematics and Philosophy at University of Bristol?
96% 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 Philosophy at University of Bristol?
The typical offer is A*A*A at A level, or 40 points in the IB. The average entrant had 180 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Mathematics and Philosophy at University of Bristol?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.