BSc Applied Mathematics
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Applied Mathematics, a mathematics degree centred on analytical techniques and quantitative methods. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Students can transition between the BSc and MMath programmes until the beginning of the fourth year. The first year covers core foundations through Introduction to Mathematics at University, Introduction to Mathematical Analysis, Linear Algebra 1, and Introduction to Data Science. The second year progresses with Linear Algebra 2, Elementary Probability and Statistics, Further Analysis and Several Variable Calculus, and Modelling and Computing. Year 3 introduces compulsory and optional areas including Statistics, Topology, Algebra, Analysis, Operational Research, Differential Equations, Numerical Analysis, Probability and Measure Theory, Financial Mathematics, Introduction to Number Theory, and Statistical Computing. The final year allows specialisation across applied mathematics, statistics, operational research, financial mathematics, mathematical biology, mathematical education, Stochastic Modelling, Mathematical Physics, Machine Learning in Python, and Applied Dynamical Systems.
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Entry requirements
A level: from A*A*A* to A*AB in one set of exams (required: Mathematics at A*) IB: from 38 points with 766 at HL to 34 points with 765 at HL
Real offers for this course
Applicants have posted 1 UCAS decision for BSc Applied Mathematics (G120) at the University of Edinburgh for 2027 entry so far. The published offer is A*AB at A level.
What students say
Based on about 99 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 78%
- Assessment and feedback: 73%
- Academic support: 86%
- Organisation and management: 80%
- Learning resources: 90%
- Student voice: 69%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 47 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 53%
- Working and studying: 21%
- Further study: 14%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 20%
- Information Technology Professionals: 20%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 90 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 7%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 4%
- East Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 4%
- London: 19%
- South East: 2%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 57%
- Northern Ireland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 75%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
- No formal qualifications: 15%
Modules
- Introduction to Mathematics at University
- Introduction to Mathematical Analysis
- Linear Algebra 1
- Introduction to Data Science: you will learn to collect and explore data, before using models and predictions to make rigorous conclusions
- Fundamentals of Algebra and Calculus: an online, introductory course that provides extra preparation in key topics from advanced high school level mathematics and further supports your transition to university
- Linear Algebra 2
- Elementary Probability and Statistics
- Further Analysis and Several Variable Calculus
- Modelling and Computing
- Statistics
- Topology
- Algebra
- Analysis
- Operational Research
- Differential Equations
- Numerical Analysis
- Probability and Measure Theory
- Financial Mathematics
- Introduction to Number Theory
- Statistical Computing
- applied mathematics
- statistics
- operational research
- financial mathematics
- mathematical biology
- mathematical education
- Stochastic Modelling
- Mathematical Physics
- Machine Learning in Python
- Applied Dynamical Systems
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Applied Mathematics at University of Edinburgh earn?
The median salary is £35,000 after 15 months, £31,000 after 3 years, £41,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £32,500 and £56,500. The £41,000 median after five years is £1,500 more than the UK median for Mathematics.
What do graduates of BSc Applied Mathematics at University of Edinburgh do next?
88% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Applied Mathematics at University of Edinburgh?
89% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Applied Mathematics at University of Edinburgh?
The typical offer is A*AB at A level, or 38 points in the IB. The average entrant had 190 UCAS points.
Does BSc Applied Mathematics at University of Edinburgh include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Applied Mathematics at University of Edinburgh?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.