BSc Mathematics with a Placement Year
About this course
BSc in Mathematics. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Research Methods, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The four-year degree includes an integrated year-long work placement between the second and final year. The programme is approved by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications for Chartered Mathematician designation.
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Entry requirements
A level: ABC, including A level Mathematics, Further Mathematics or Pure Mathematics at grade A. If you are studying an Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) in addition to your A levels and achieve a B in the EPQ we will accept ACC at A level with an A in Mathematics, Further Mathematics or Pure Mathematics. IB: 30 points overall including 6 in Maths at higher level.
What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 84%
- Learning opportunities: 89%
- Assessment and feedback: 84%
- Academic support: 91%
- Organisation and management: 91%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 91%
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 13 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 45%
- Working and studying: 25%
- Further study: 20%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 30%
- Elementary occupations: 20%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 15%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 70%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 35%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 145 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 7%
- East of England: 10%
- London: 25%
- South East: 38%
- South West: 10%
- Wales: 3%
Who gets in
Based on about 55 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 95%
- Access course: 3%
- Foundation course: 2%
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): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Real Analysis I
- Calculus
- Foundations of Mathematics
- Linear Algebra
- Mathematical Communication
- Probability and Statistics
- Differential Equations
- Algebra
- Mathematical Modelling and Professional Skills
- Real Analysis II
- Mathematical Methods and Physical Applications
- Numerical Analysis I
- Linear Models and Data Analysis
- Probability and Statistical Theory
- Climate Change: Causes and Consequences
- Preparing for Professional Placements Part 2
- Portfolio of Projects
- Number Theory and Cryptography
- Asymptotic Methods
- Applied Stochastic Processes
- Dynamical Systems and Applications
- Mathematical Physics
- Numerical Analysis II
- Advanced Statistical Modelling
- Methods of Machine Learning
- Summer Placement
- Groups and Galois Theory
- Topics in Pure and Applied Mathematics
- Fintech and Cryptocurrencies
- Complex Analysis
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Mathematics with a Placement Year at University of Reading earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £30,500 after 3 years, £39,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £28,500 and £49,500. The £39,000 median after five years is £500 less than the UK median for Mathematics.
What do graduates of BSc Mathematics with a Placement Year at University of Reading 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 with a Placement Year at University of Reading?
84% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Mathematics with a Placement Year at University of Reading?
The typical offer is ABC at A level, or 30 points in the IB. The average entrant had 128 UCAS points.
Is BSc Mathematics with a Placement Year at University of Reading 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 with a Placement Year at University of Reading include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Mathematics with a Placement Year at University of Reading?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.