BSc Mathematics and Psychology
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Psychology and Mathematics, combining the study of the mind and behaviour with pure and applied mathematics. Core topics include Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Programming, Data Analysis, Research Methods, and Human Behaviour. An optional work placement module allows students to gain practical experience through an approved summer placement or internship. The degree programme concludes with a research project in which students design and carry out their own investigation.
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Entry requirements
A level: CCC (Essential subjects: Mathematics and another science subject) IB: 28 points, including 5, 5, 4 at higher level Essential subject: Mathematics at Higher Level Higher / Advanced Higher, SQA (standard): BBBC (Essential subject: Mathematics at Higher).
Admissions (2022 entry, home applicants)
Offer rate 100%: 13 offers from 13 applications, from the university's Freedom of Information return.
What students say
Based on about 13 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 93%
- Assessment and feedback: 93%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 89%
- Learning resources: 88%
- Student voice: 86%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 60%
- Left higher education: 40%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 25%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 25%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 20%
- Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations: 10%
- Process, plant and machine operatives: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 55%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 30 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 5%
- London: 5%
- South West: 5%
- Scotland: 75%
- Northern Ireland: 10%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
Modules
- Core Mathematics I
- Fundamental Algebra and Calculus
- Core Mathematics II
- Logic and Proof
- Statistics and Probability
- Introductory Psychology:1
- Introductory Psychology:2
- Personal Development Planning
- Core Mathematics III
- Core Mathematics IV
- Statistics and Data Analysis
- Introduction to Programming
- Understanding the Mind
- Individual Development
- Personal Development Planning
- Differential Equations
- Scientific Computing and Numerical Methods
- Optimisation in Finance and Industry
- Mathematics Work Placement
- Cognition
- Biological Psychology
- Social Psychology
- Psychological Research Skills 3a
- Individual Differences and Psychopathology
- Psychology of Language
- Developmental Psychology
- Psychological Research Skills 3b
- Mathematical Statistics
- Mathematics Project
- Mathematics Project (Joint Honours)
- Fluids and Magnetohydrodynamics
- Mathematical Biology
- Differential Equations and their Approximation
- Psychology Dissertation
- Second Language Processing
- Foundations of Adult Mental Health
- Society, Mind and Health
- Comparative Communication and Cognition
- Self-regulation, Health and Wellbeing
- Adverse Childhood Experiences and Mental Health
- Auditory Cognitive Neuroscience
- Infant Mental Health in Context
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Mathematics and Psychology at University of Dundee earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £26,000 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,000 and £39,500. The £33,000 median after five years is £5,500 more than the UK median for Psychology.
What do graduates of BSc Mathematics and Psychology at University of Dundee do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Mathematics and Psychology at University of Dundee?
91% 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 Psychology at University of Dundee?
The typical offer is CCC at A level, or 28 points in the IB. The average entrant had 162 UCAS points.
What is the offer rate for BSc Mathematics and Psychology at University of Dundee?
100% of home applicants received an offer for 2022 entry: 13 offers from 13 applications, according to the university's Freedom of Information return.
Is BSc Mathematics and Psychology at University of Dundee accredited?
Yes. Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
Does BSc Mathematics and Psychology at University of Dundee include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Mathematics and Psychology at University of Dundee?
60% of students continued into their second year, and 40% left higher education.