BSc Computer Science and Mathematics
About this course
BSc in Computer Science and Mathematics, a mathematics and computer science degree bridging formal mathematical methods and computational problem-solving. Core topics include Programming, Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Project Management, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Students can undertake optional summer placements or a year-long industrial placement to gain professional experience. The first year covers core foundations through compulsory modules such as Programming, Object-Oriented Programming, Computers and the Internet, Foundations, Mathematical Structures, and Mathematical Methods, with optional study available in areas like Fundamentals of Machine Learning and Data Structures and Algorithms. The second year advances into collaborative practical work through compulsory modules including Team Project and Software Development. Optional modules allow specialisation across diverse subjects such as Functional Programming, Database Theory and Design, Artificial Intelligence and Applications, Mobile and Ubiquitous Computing, Network and Computer Security, The C Family, Differential Equations, Vector Calculus and Applications, Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Groups, Rings and Fields, Linear Algebra, Web Development, Probability, Statistics and Data, Numerical Modelling, and Mathematics of Machine Learning and AI.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAA - AAB. Required subjects: GCE A-Level Maths grade A. Candidates may offer GCE AL Maths, Pure Maths or Further Maths. IB: 36/666-34/665.
What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 76%
- Learning opportunities: 69%
- Assessment and feedback: 58%
- Academic support: 59%
- Organisation and management: 56%
- Learning resources: 90%
- Student voice: 65%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 9 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 50%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 30%
- Unemployed: 15%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 32%
- Information Technology Professionals: 15%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 9%
- Administrative occupations: 8%
- Elementary occupations: 7%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 80%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 35 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- East of England: 5%
- London: 40%
- South East: 15%
- South West: 40%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Programming
- Object-Oriented Programming
- Computers and the Internet
- Foundations
- Mathematical Structures
- Mathematical Methods
- Fundamentals of Machine Learning
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Team Project
- Software Development
- Functional Programming
- Database Theory and Design
- Artificial Intelligence and Applications
- Mobile and Ubiquitous Computing
- Network and Computer Security
- Outside the box: Computer Science Research and Applications
- The C Family
- Differential Equations
- Vector Calculus and Applications
- Real Analysis
- Complex Analysis
- Groups, Rings and Fields
- Linear Algebra
- Web Development
- Probability, Statistics and Data
- Numerical Modelling
- Mathematics of Machine Learning and AI
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Computer Science and Mathematics at University of Exeter earn?
The median salary is £34,000 after 15 months, £40,500 after 3 years, £58,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £37,000 and £68,500. The £58,000 median after five years is £18,500 more than the UK median for Mathematics.
What do graduates of BSc Computer Science and Mathematics at University of Exeter 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 Exeter?
76% 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 Exeter?
The typical offer is AAB at A level. The average entrant had 161 UCAS points.
Does BSc Computer Science and Mathematics at University of Exeter include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Computer Science and Mathematics at University of Exeter?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.