BSc Mathematics & Philosophy
About this course
BSc in Mathematics & Philosophy, a mathematics and philosophy degree combining algebra, analysis, probability, and geometry with global philosophical traditions and specialized areas such as philosophy of mind and philosophy of science. Students can select a four-year study abroad pathway, spending the third year studying at an overseas institution before returning to complete the final year. The curriculum draws on teaching strengths in political philosophy and the history of philosophy.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAA. Required subjects: A-level (or equivalent) grade A in Mathematics and Further Mathematics. Must include grade A in A level Mathematics and Further Mathematics. If you are not studying Further Mathematics, an AS Level grade A in Further Mathematics can be considered instead, only if you additionally achieve/have achieved a grade 3 in any STEP paper or a Merit in AEA Mathematics.
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Real offers for this course
Applicants have posted 2 UCAS decisions for BSc Mathematics & Philosophy (GVC5) at King's College London for 2027 entry so far. The published offer is AAA at A level.
What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 98%
- Learning opportunities: 75%
- Assessment and feedback: 73%
- Academic support: 92%
- Organisation and management: 58%
- Learning resources: 100%
- Student voice: 83%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 33 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 55%
- Working and studying: 22%
- Further study: 9%
- Unemployed: 8%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 20%
- Administrative occupations: 15%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 160 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 4%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 70%
- South East: 9%
- South West: 6%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Mathematics & Philosophy at King's College London earn?
The median salary is £32,000 after 15 months, £29,500 after 3 years, £37,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £29,000 and £47,500. The £37,000 median after five years is £2,500 less than the UK median for Mathematics.
What do graduates of BSc Mathematics & Philosophy at King's College London do next?
86% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Mathematics & Philosophy at King's College London?
98% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Mathematics & Philosophy at King's College London?
The typical offer is AAA at A level. The average entrant had 180 UCAS points.
Does BSc Mathematics & Philosophy at King's College London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Mathematics & Philosophy at King's College London?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.