BSc Computer Science and Mathematics
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Computer Science and Mathematics, a mathematics and computer science degree bridging computational systems and mathematical theory. Core topics include Programming, Computer Architecture, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Students complete a four-year programme with no second year entry available. The first year covers foundational concepts through computer programming, Introduction to Mathematics at University, Introduction to Mathematical Analysis, and Linear Algebra 1. The second year introduces algorithms and data structures, foundations of data science, Linear Algebra 2, Elementary Probability and Statistics, and Further Analysis and Several Variable Calculus. In the third and fourth years, students engage with computer science, artificial intelligence, relevant mathematics, and other areas of informatics, alongside practical work, independent problem solving, and group work. Optional and advanced study spans topics such as robotics, computer security, machine learning, operating systems, computer networks, Topology, Algebra, Analysis, Operational Research, Differential Equations, Numerical Analysis, and Probability and Measure Theory.
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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 43 points with 777 at HL to 34 points with 755 at HL
Real offers for this course
Applicants have posted 3 UCAS decisions for BSc Computer Science and Mathematics (GG14) at the University of Edinburgh for 2027 entry so far: 3 offers. The published offer is A*AB at A level.
Admissions (2022 entry, home applicants)
Offer rate 38%: 52 offers from 138 applications, from the university's Freedom of Information return.
What students say
Based on about 7 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 80%
- Assessment and feedback: 76%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 80%
- Learning resources: 87%
- Student voice: 77%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 16 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 55%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 15%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 75%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 20%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 70 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 4%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 2%
- London: 16%
- South East: 4%
- South West: 2%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 69%
Who gets in
Based on about 40 students who started
- A levels: 85%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.
Modules
- how information can be represented and processed in computer systems
- computer programming
- how to solve problems using computer programs
- an introduction to critical skills and professional practices which will inform your career, including ethics, critical thinking and communication skills
- Introduction to Mathematics at University
- Introduction to Mathematical Analysis
- Linear Algebra 1
- algorithms and data structures
- foundations of data science
- Linear Algebra 2
- Elementary Probability and Statistics
- Further Analysis and Several Variable Calculus
- computer science
- artificial intelligence
- relevant mathematics
- other areas of informatics
- practical work
- independent problem solving
- group work
- robotics
- computer security
- machine learning
- operating systems
- computer networks
- Statistics
- Topology
- Algebra
- Analysis
- Operational Research
- Differential Equations
- Numerical Analysis
- Probability and Measure Theory
- pure and applied mathematics
- artificial intelligence
- computer science
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Computer Science and Mathematics at University of Edinburgh earn?
The median salary is £40,000 after 15 months, £37,000 after 3 years, £55,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £38,500 and £75,000. The £55,500 median after five years is £16,000 more than the UK median for Mathematics.
What do graduates of BSc Computer Science and Mathematics at University of Edinburgh do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Computer Science and Mathematics at University of Edinburgh?
90% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Computer Science and Mathematics at University of Edinburgh?
The typical offer is A*AB at A level, or 43 points in the IB. The average entrant had 197 UCAS points.
What is the offer rate for BSc Computer Science and Mathematics at University of Edinburgh?
38% of home applicants received an offer for 2022 entry: 52 offers from 138 applications, according to the university's Freedom of Information return.
Is BSc Computer Science and Mathematics at University of Edinburgh accredited?
Yes. Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.
Does BSc Computer Science and 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 Computer Science and Mathematics at University of Edinburgh?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.