BSc Mathematics and Statistics
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Mathematics and Statistics, a mathematics and mathematics and statistics degree focused on mathematical and statistical theory and application. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, and Research Methods. Students can study up to four years, and external subjects from other disciplines are included in the initial two years before focusing entirely on mathematics and statistics from the third year onwards. 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. In the third year, students encounter advanced topics such as Topology, Algebra, Analysis, and Operational Research. The final year involves a research project alongside specialised options including Generalised Regression Models, The Analysis of Survival Data, and Bayesian Data Analysis.
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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
Admissions (2022 entry, home applicants)
Offer rate 42%: 45 offers from 108 applications, from the university's Freedom of Information return.
What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 96%
- Learning opportunities: 84%
- Assessment and feedback: 87%
- Academic support: 94%
- Organisation and management: 85%
- Learning resources: 100%
- Student voice: 77%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 40 students who started
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Further study: 15%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 35%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 25%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Natural and social science professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
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 30 students who started
- A levels: 85%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
- No formal qualifications: 15%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Royal Statistical Society (RSS) for the purpose of eligibility for Graduate Statistician status.
Modules
- Introduction to Mathematics at University
- Introduction to Mathematical Analysis
- Linear Algebra 1
- Introduction to Data Science - where 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
- Topology
- Algebra
- Analysis
- Operational Research
- Differential Equations
- Numerical Analysis
- Probability and Measure Theory
- Statistical Methodology
- Statistical Computing
- Financial Mathematics
- Stochastic Modelling
- Introduction to Number Theory
- a research project
- statistical case studies course
- mathematical education course
- pure mathematics
- applied mathematics
- statistics
- operational research
- financial mathematics
- mathematical physics
- mathematical education
- Generalised Regression Models
- The Analysis of Survival Data
- Bayesian Data Analysis
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Mathematics and Statistics 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 Mathematics and Statistics at University of Edinburgh do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Mathematics and Statistics at University of Edinburgh?
96% 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 Statistics at University of Edinburgh?
The typical offer is A*AB at A level, or 38 points in the IB. The average entrant had 161 UCAS points.
What is the offer rate for BSc Mathematics and Statistics at University of Edinburgh?
42% of home applicants received an offer for 2022 entry: 45 offers from 108 applications, according to the university's Freedom of Information return.
Is BSc Mathematics and Statistics at University of Edinburgh accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Royal Statistical Society (RSS) for the purpose of eligibility for Graduate Statistician status.
Does BSc Mathematics and Statistics at University of Edinburgh include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Mathematics and Statistics at University of Edinburgh?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.