BSc Mathematics
Royal Holloway, University of London
About this course
BSc in Mathematics. Core topics include Programming, Statistics, Data Analysis, Mathematical Modelling, and Communication and Writing. The programme includes a supervised final-year Mathematics Project requiring a 7,000-word report and presentation. Small group tutorials and problem-solving sessions are integral to the course.
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Entry requirements
A level: ABB-ABC (Required subjects: A-level Mathematics at grade A GCSE English Language at grade 4 (C) GCSE Mathematics at grade 4 (C)) IB: 6,5,5 at Higher Level or a minimum of 32 points overall. Including 6 HL Maths
What students say
Based on about 12 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 79%
- Learning opportunities: 84%
- Assessment and feedback: 87%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 82%
- Learning resources: 87%
- Student voice: 76%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 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 12 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 5%
Most common jobs
- Elementary occupations: 25%
- Information Technology Professionals: 25%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 25%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Finance Professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 25%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 60 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 4%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 45%
- South East: 38%
- South West: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 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): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to Geometry
- Introduction to Applied Mathematics
- Statistical Methods 1
- Calculus I
- Calculus II
- Introduction to Pure Mathematics
- Linear Algebra I
- Real Analysis I
- Probability Theory
- Scientific Programming
- Linear Algebra II
- Vector Calculus
- Statistical Methods 2
- Ordinary Differential Equations and Fourier Analysis
- Ring Theory
- Complex Analysis
- Advanced Skills in Mathematics
- Mathematics Project
- Number Theory
- Quantum Theory 1
- Combinatorics
- Group Theory
- Topology
- Markov Chains and Applications
- Introduction to Optimisation
- Inference
- Financial Mathematics I
- Financial Mathematics II
- Game Theory
- Quantum Information and Coding
- Cryptography
- Graph Theory
- Applications of Vector Calculus
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Mathematics at Royal Holloway, University of London earn?
The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £31,000 after 3 years, £41,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £31,000 and £56,000. The £41,500 median after five years is £2,000 more than the UK median for Mathematics.
What do graduates of BSc Mathematics at Royal Holloway, University of London do next?
100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Mathematics at Royal Holloway, University of London?
79% 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 Royal Holloway, University of London?
The typical offer is ABB at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 137 UCAS points.
Is BSc Mathematics at Royal Holloway, University of London 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 Royal Holloway, University of London 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 Royal Holloway, University of London?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.