MSci Mathematics with Study Abroad in a Modern Language
About this course
MSci in Mathematics with Study Abroad in a Modern Language, a mathematics and modern languages degree. This four-year programme includes a period of study abroad in Europe and features project work supervised by researchers in the final year. The course is accredited by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries and the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications.
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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
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Real offers for this course
Applicants have posted 1 UCAS decision for MSci Mathematics with Study Abroad in a Modern Language (G104) 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 151 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 86%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 90%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 82%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 440 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 94%
- Left higher education: 6%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 1%
What graduates do next
Based on about 85 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 64%
- Working and studying: 7%
- Further study: 12%
- Unemployed: 6%
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: 71%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 47%
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 440 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 91%
- Baccalaureate: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 7%
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. 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 MSci Mathematics with Study Abroad in a Modern Language 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 MSci Mathematics with Study Abroad in a Modern Language at University of Bristol do next?
83% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MSci Mathematics with Study Abroad in a Modern Language at University of Bristol?
89% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MSci Mathematics with Study Abroad in a Modern Language at University of Bristol?
The typical offer is A*A*A at A level, or 40 points in the IB. The average entrant had 182 UCAS points.
Is MSci Mathematics with Study Abroad in a Modern Language 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. It is also recognised as meeting the educational requirements for IMA membership at the appropriate level, from Student Member to Fellow.
Does MSci Mathematics with Study Abroad in a Modern Language at University of Bristol include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory year abroad.
How many students continue on MSci Mathematics with Study Abroad in a Modern Language at University of Bristol?
94% of students continued into their second year, and 6% left higher education.