BSc Mathematics
About this course
BSc (Hons) Mathematics, a mathematics degree centred on analytical theory, abstract structures, and practical quantitative applications. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Statistics, and Mathematical Modelling. This course is accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications, fulfilling part of the educational requirement for chartered status. The first year covers core foundations through modules such as Foundations and Calculus, Introduction to Probability and Statistics, and Mathematical Programming and Skills. The second year introduces deeper theoretical concepts, with optional modules including Groups, Rings and Fields, Vector and Complex Calculus, and Statistical Inference and Linear Models. In the third year, students complete an Extended Independent Project alongside a broad range of optional choices spanning algebra, applied mechanics, statistics, and financial mathematics.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAA including A in Mathematics AAB including A in Mathematics and A in Further Mathematics AAB including A in Mathematics and A in Further Mathematics at AS level IB: 36 points overall, including 6 in Mathematics at Higher Level (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) BTEC: DDD plus grade A in A level Mathematics (or equivalent qualification) We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. For example: Distinction, Distinction in BTEC Level 3 National Diploma plus A in A Level Mathematics Distinction in BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate plus AA at A level including Mathematics Distinction, Distinction in 2 BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificates plus A in A Level Mathematics
What students say
Based on about 26 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 80%
- Learning opportunities: 75%
- Assessment and feedback: 75%
- Academic support: 83%
- Organisation and management: 74%
- Learning resources: 90%
- Student voice: 63%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 100 students who started
- Continued on course: 93%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 2%
What graduates do next
Based on about 19 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Teaching Professionals: 25%
- Information Technology Professionals: 20%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 95%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 215 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 5%
- North West: 12%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 32%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 4%
- East of England: 9%
- London: 19%
- South East: 5%
- South West: 4%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 3%
Who gets in
Based on about 115 students who started
- A levels: 98%
- Other qualifications: 1%
- No formal qualifications: 1%
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.
Modules
- Foundations and Calculus
- Introduction to Probability and Statistics
- Introduction to Pure Mathematics
- Multivariable Calculus and Matrices
- Introduction to Applied Mathematics
- Mathematical Programming and Skills
- Vector and Complex Calculus
- Linear Algebra
- Groups, Rings and Fields
- Metric Spaces
- Classical Dynamics
- Quantum and Continuum Dynamics
- Probability and Markov Chains
- Statistical Inference and Linear Models
- Extended Independent Project
- Statistical Data Science
- Communicating Mathematics in Education
- Cryptography
- Operations Research
- Numerical Analysis
- Groups, Actions and Galois Theory
- Measure and Integration
- Topology
- Differential Geometry
- Number Theory
- Lie Theory
- Semigroup Theory
- Prime Numbers & their Distribution
- Riemann Surfaces & Algebraic Curves
- Mathematical Modelling: Nonlinearity, Uncertainty and Computational Methods
- Partial Differential Equations
- Quantum Theory and Quantum Information
- Fluids
- Mathematical Ecology, Epidemiology and Evolution
- Quantum Mechanics
- Relativity
- Survival Analysis and Generalised Linear Models
- Decision Theory and Bayesian Statistics
- Mathematical Finance in Discrete Time
- Mathematical Finance in Continuous Time
- Advanced Regression and Multivariate Analysis
- Time Series
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Mathematics at University of York earn?
The median salary is £31,500 after 15 months, £28,500 after 3 years, £36,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,500 and £50,500. The £36,000 median after five years is £3,500 less than the UK median for Mathematics.
What do graduates of BSc Mathematics at University of York 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 York?
80% 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 York?
The typical offer is AAA at A level, or 36 points in the IB. The average entrant had 151 UCAS points.
Is BSc Mathematics at University of York 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 York 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 York?
93% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.