BSc Mathematics
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Mathematics, combining pure and applied mathematics with computational methods. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. A group project develops collaborative research skills, and an individual project supervised by a research-active member of staff allows specialisation aligned with the student's course pathway.
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Entry requirements
A level: BCC to BBC to include a Grade B in Maths IB: 29 points overall to include a Higher Level in Maths.
What students say
Based on about 10 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 85%
- Learning opportunities: 75%
- Assessment and feedback: 89%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 93%
- Learning resources: 98%
- Student voice: 84%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 15%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Teaching Professionals: 40%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Finance Professionals: 10%
- Information Technology Professionals: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- This course is accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA) and meets the educational requirements for the Chartered Mathematician (CMath) designation when followed by either: a) Further study at master’s level (FHEQ level 7), or b) Work-based training and experience to reach an equivalent level of competence. It is also recognised as meeting the educational requirements for IMA membership at the appropriate level, from Student Member to Fellow.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Algebra
- Calculus
- Computer Algebra and Technical Computing
- Ideas of Mathematical Proof
- Linear Algebra
- Probability and Statistics
- Professional Skills and Group Study
- Foundations of Data Science
- Geometrical Optics, Waves and Mechanics
- Algebraic Structures
- Coding Theory
- Complex Analysis
- Differential Equations
- Group Project
- Industrial and Financial Mathematics
- Scientific Computing
- Lagrangian and Hamiltonian Mechanics
- Machine Learning for Mathematical Sciences
- Study Abroad – SEPS
- Advanced Project and Communication
- Group Theory
- Numerical Methods
- Optimisation and Operational Research
- Fluid Dynamics
- Mathematics Pedagogy
- Methods of Applied Mathematics
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Mathematics at University of Lincoln earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months. After fifteen months the middle half of graduates earn between £27,000 and £31,000. The £30,000 median after fifteen months is £2,000 less than the UK median for Mathematics.
What do graduates of BSc Mathematics at University of Lincoln do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Mathematics at University of Lincoln?
85% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Mathematics at University of Lincoln?
The typical offer is BCC at A level, or 29 points in the IB. The average entrant had 111 UCAS points.
Is BSc Mathematics at University of Lincoln accredited?
Yes. This course is accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA) and meets the educational requirements for the Chartered Mathematician (CMath) designation when followed by either: a) Further study at master’s level (FHEQ level 7), or b) Work-based training and experience to reach an equivalent level of competence. It is also recognised as meeting the educational requirements for IMA membership at the appropriate level, from Student Member to Fellow.
Does BSc Mathematics at University of Lincoln include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Mathematics at University of Lincoln?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.