BSc Computer Science and Mathematics
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Mathematics and Computer Science, combining advanced mathematical theory with practical computing skills. Core topics include Programming, Systems Design, Computer Architecture, Data Analysis, Mathematical Modelling, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The first year covers algebra, programming, and calculus, with an individual project in the final year combining both disciplines. A flexible industry placement is available as an optional addition.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBB in three A levels including B in Maths. IB: 555 in three Higher Levels including 5 in Maths (any), or 30 points including 5 in Higher Level Maths (any).
What students say
Based on about 72 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 71%
- Learning opportunities: 73%
- Assessment and feedback: 73%
- Academic support: 86%
- Organisation and management: 79%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 81%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 260 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 78%
- Left higher education: 19%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 3%
What graduates do next
Based on about 26 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Teaching Professionals: 65%
- Engineering professionals: 15%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Finance Professionals: 10%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 40%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 65 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 20%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 6%
- West Midlands: 40%
- East of England: 8%
- London: 7%
- South East: 10%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 155 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 84%
- Access course: 1%
- A degree: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 9%
- Other qualifications: 4%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Algebra: from sets to spaces
- Problem Solving and Computer Programming
- Calculus: from Limits to Multivariable Methods
- Mathematical Methods
- Introduction to Cybercrime: Systems, Society, and Security
- Fundamentals of Computer Systems
- Web Technologies and Databases
- Linear Differential Equations
- Human-Centred Software Engineering
- Complex Variable I and Vector Calculus
- Computational Mathematics with Python
- Cloud and Distributed Computing
- Flexible Work Placement (Level 5)
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- Abstract Algebra
- Professional Mathematics and Data Analysis
- Software Engineering Practice
- Partial Differential Equations
- Computer Science and Mathematics Project
- Advanced Artificial Intelligence and Data Ethics
- Non-linear Differential Equations
- Group Theory
- Number Theory and Cryptography
- Advanced Web Development and Databases
- Flexible Work Placement (Level 6)
- Professional Experience in Education
- Cyber Security and Application
- Waves
- Mathematical Modelling
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Computer Science and Mathematics at Keele University earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £37,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £29,000 and £49,000. The £37,000 median after five years is £2,500 less than the UK median for Mathematics.
What do graduates of BSc Computer Science and Mathematics at Keele University 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 Keele University?
71% 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 Keele University?
The typical offer is BBB at A level, or 30 points in the IB. The average entrant had 105 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Computer Science and Mathematics at Keele University?
78% of students continued into their second year, and 19% left higher education.