BSc Mathematics and Philosophy
About this course
BSc (Hons) Mathematics and Philosophy, a mathematics and philosophy degree focused on the shared foundations of both disciplines. Core topics include Mathematical Modelling and Research Methods. The course is studied over three years full-time. The first year covers foundational concepts through modules such as Foundations and Calculus, Introduction to Pure Mathematics, Multivariable Calculus and Matrices, Logic, Knowledge and Perception, Metaphysics and Humans, and Ethics. The second year introduces compulsory study in Metric Spaces, Logic and Paradox, Groups, Rings and Fields, and Linear Algebra, alongside optional modules covering topics like Aesthetics, Applied Ethics, and Philosophy of Mind. The final year includes compulsory study in Foundations of Maths, alongside an Extended Independent Project in Maths, Long Dissertation in Philosophy, or Short Dissertation. Optional modules in the final year allow specialisation in areas such as Topology, Number Theory, Philosophy of Physics, and Theories of Social Justice: Rawls and Beyond.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB including A in Mathematics IB: 35 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
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Real offers for this course
Applicants have posted 4 UCAS decisions for BSc Mathematics and Philosophy (GV15) at the University of York for 2027 entry so far: 4 offers. The published offer is AAB at A level.
What students say
Based on about 6 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 82%
- Assessment and feedback: 84%
- Academic support: 80%
- Organisation and management: 90%
- Learning resources: 85%
- Student voice: 83%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 28 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 20%
- Teaching Professionals: 20%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Skilled trades occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 70%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 145 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 4%
- North West: 10%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 22%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 6%
- London: 33%
- South East: 9%
- South West: 6%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Foundations and Calculus
- Introduction to Pure Mathematics
- Multivariable Calculus and Matrices
- Logic
- Knowledge and Perception
- Metaphysics and Humans
- Ethics
- Metric Spaces
- Logic and Paradox
- Groups, Rings and Fields
- Linear Algebra
- Aesthetics
- Applied Ethics
- Being and Reason: Spinoza's Metaphysics
- Ethical Theory
- Knowledge and the Social Sciences
- Love, Law, and Solidarity: Recognition from Rousseau to Honneth
- Metaphysics
- Politics and Freedom: Anarchism and Conservatism
- Philosophy of Mind
- Philosophy of Language
- Philosophy of Science
- Religious Ethics
- The Limits of Reason: Kant's Theoretical and Practical Philosophy
- Extended Independent Project in Maths
- Long Dissertation in Philosophy
- Short Dissertation
- Foundations of Maths
- Groups, Actions and Galois Theory
- Measure and Integration
- Topology
- Number Theory
- Cryptography
- Operations Research
- Numerical Analysis
- Action and Agency
- Buddhism as Philosophy
- Causation and Laws
- Cognitive Anomalies, Decision-Making and Democracy
- Consciousness
- Contemporary Issues in Bioethics
- Experimental Philosophy: The Psychology of Philosophy
- German Idealism: Moral, Legal & Political Philosophy
- Happiness, Utility and Wellbeing
- Philosophy of Physics
- Mind and Morality
- Nine Art Works, Nine Philosophical Problems
- Philosophy of Law
- Philosophy of Christianity
- Property and Self-ownership
- Theories of Social Justice: Rawls and Beyond
- Topics in Feminist Philosophy
- The Nature of Time
- World and Mind
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Mathematics and Philosophy at University of York earn?
The median salary is £27,000 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,500 and £45,500. The £33,000 median after five years is £6,500 less than the UK median for Mathematics.
What do graduates of BSc Mathematics and Philosophy at University of York do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Mathematics and Philosophy at University of York?
90% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Mathematics and Philosophy at University of York?
The typical offer is AAB at A level, or 35 points in the IB. The average entrant had 147 UCAS points.
Does BSc Mathematics and Philosophy 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 and Philosophy at University of York?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.