BSc Mathematics
About this course
BSc (Honours) in Mathematics, combining pure and applied mathematical study. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Research Methods, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The course is accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications toward Chartered Mathematician status, and offers an optional sandwich placement year of at least 24 weeks. An individual final-year research project allows specialisation in a chosen area.
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Entry requirements
UCAS points: 112-120 A level: BBB-BBC at A Level with grade C in mathematics. BTEC: DMM in BTEC Extended Diploma T level: Merit overall from a T level qualification
What students say
Based on about 8 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 93%
- Learning opportunities: 76%
- Assessment and feedback: 56%
- Academic support: 86%
- Organisation and management: 18%
- Learning resources: 74%
- Student voice: 70%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started
- Continued on course: 75%
- Left higher education: 15%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 20%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Administrative occupations: 20%
- Teaching Professionals: 20%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 10%
- Information Technology Professionals: 10%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 145 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 9%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 47%
- East Midlands: 19%
- West Midlands: 4%
- East of England: 6%
- London: 3%
- South East: 5%
- South West: 4%
- Scotland: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 40 students who started
- A levels: 85%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
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, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Applied Data Analysis
- Mathematical And Statistical Methods
- Modelling And Differential Equations
- Proof And Reasoning
- Applied Modelling And Operational Research
- Linear Algebra And Calculus
- Mathematical Analysis
- Statistical Theory And Modelling
- Undergraduate Sandwich Placement Applied Professional Diploma
- Mathematics For Sustainability
- Project: Implementation
- Project: Planning And Scoping
- Topics In Mathematics And Its Applications
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Mathematics at Sheffield Hallam University earn?
The median salary is £27,000 after 3 years, £33,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,500 and £43,000. The £33,500 median after five years is £6,000 less than the UK median for Mathematics.
What do graduates of BSc Mathematics at Sheffield Hallam University do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Mathematics at Sheffield Hallam University?
93% 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 Sheffield Hallam University?
The typical offer is BBB at A level. The average entrant had 104 UCAS points.
Is BSc Mathematics at Sheffield Hallam University 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 Sheffield Hallam University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Mathematics at Sheffield Hallam University?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.