Mathematics Foundation
City St George's, University of London
About this course
Mathematics Foundation in Mathematics and Computer Science. The foundation year does not lead to a separate award but provides a route onto City St George's Mathematics courses including BSc Mathematics and BSc Mathematics with Data Science. An optional paid one-year work placement is available, and a research project can be completed on a mathematical topic of the student's choice.
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Entry requirements
A level: CCC with a C in A-level Mathematics IB: Minimum of 27 points. We require Mathematics either at Standard Level with a minimum of 5 or at Higher Level with a minimum of 4
What students say
Based on about 97 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 79%
- Learning opportunities: 77%
- Assessment and feedback: 75%
- Academic support: 85%
- Organisation and management: 76%
- Learning resources: 83%
- Student voice: 74%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 285 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 82%
- Left higher education: 17%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 1%
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: 66%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 4%
- Unemployed: 11%
Most common jobs
- Sales occupations: 30%
- Information Technology Professionals: 15%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 55%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 55%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 40%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 160 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 4%
- London: 85%
- South East: 7%
- South West: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Baccalaureate: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- 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, Bronze for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of Mathematics Foundation at City St George's, University of London earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £32,000 after 3 years, £44,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £33,000 and £60,000. The £44,500 median after five years is £5,000 more than the UK median for Mathematics.
What do graduates of Mathematics Foundation at City St George's, University of London do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on Mathematics Foundation at City St George's, University of London?
79% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for Mathematics Foundation at City St George's, University of London?
The typical offer is CCC at A level, or 27 points in the IB. The average entrant had 86 UCAS points.
Is Mathematics Foundation at City St George's, University of London accredited?
Yes. 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 Mathematics Foundation at City St George's, University of London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on Mathematics Foundation at City St George's, University of London?
82% of students continued into their second year, and 17% left higher education.