BSc Mathematics
What students say
Based on about 26 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 87%
- Learning opportunities: 91%
- Assessment and feedback: 89%
- Academic support: 97%
- Organisation and management: 90%
- Learning resources: 97%
- Student voice: 87%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 75%
- Gained a higher qualification: 5%
- Left higher education: 20%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 120 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 10%
- London: 29%
- South East: 45%
- South West: 5%
- Wales: 2%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- Other HE qualification: 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, Silver for student outcomes.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Mathematics at University of Portsmouth earn?
The median salary is £27,500 after 3 years, £34,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,500 and £45,500. The £34,500 median after five years is £5,000 less than the UK median for Mathematics.
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Mathematics at University of Portsmouth?
87% 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 Portsmouth?
The average entrant had 112 UCAS points.
Is BSc Mathematics at University of Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.