Gain sought-after skills in applied mathematics, programming, statistics and data analysis.
This course is for you if you have an analytical mind, enjoy visualising and interpreting data and thrive on a challenge. You'll learn how to use your mathematical skills to formulate problems and discover patterns, and apply these techniques to analyse data from many different sectors.
Computing is an essential tool in data science and you'll develop strong programming skills with the ability to implement mathematical algorithms on large data sets. You’ll learn how data science is used in a wide range of industries and gain an understanding of machine learning and artificial intelligence at the cutting-edge of data science.
All of our courses are flexible and allow for a wide choice of units after year one. You may switch between Mathematics and Mathematics and Statistics at any stage during year one, while switches to or from Mathematics, Statistics and Data Science can be done at the end of year one if you obtain a sufficiently high mark.
As a mathematics student here, you’ll have access to a wide range of support options, including tutorials, a personal tutor and the Mathematics Resources Centre (MASH) to assist with revision and coursework if you need it.
Our academics carry out their own high-level research alongside teaching, so modules are always informed by the latest developments. Some units give you the opportunity to work alongside our academics and contribute to research in the Department.
As well as developing your specific knowledge and skills base, your course will provide a thorough training in transferable skills including reasoning, analytical thinking, problem solving, research, teamwork, time management and planning. You'll also gain technical skills such as writing efficient computer programs and data analysis.
Students are supported by the Maths and Statistics Help (MASH) centre, which aids learning course content and supports the development of effective mathematics study skills. You may choose a final-year module with the opportunity to use our High-Performance Computing (HPC) facility.
With a mix of technical and problem solving skills, mathematicians are highly sought after in a wide variety of roles. For example, you could go on to work in the finance sector as an accountant, actuary or analyst, as a statistician in government or in a teaching role. You could also go on to work as a data scientist or software developer in commerce or the technology sector.
Recent employers for our students include:
Many of our graduates also choose to go on to postgraduate study in preparation for academic or industry-based research careers.
Find out more about what our graduates go on to do.
You can find out more about studying a maths degree at Bath by visiting our Mathematical Sciences Virtual Experience page to hear from staff and students in the department.
Before you apply for a course, please check the website for the most recently published course detail. If you apply to the University of Bath, you will be advised of any significant changes to the advertised programme, in accordance with our Terms and Conditions.
We understand that you will want to know more about the shape of the academic year. We work hard and plan for different scenarios, to be able to welcome you to the University of Bath at the start of each semester.
This course lasts 3 years. It starts in September 2023 and ends in 2026. Welcome week starts on 25 September 2023.
Occasionally we make changes to our programmes in response to, for example, feedback from students, developments in research and the field of studies, and the requirements of accrediting bodies. You will be advised of any significant changes to the advertised programme, in accordance with our Terms and Conditions.
At Bath, our courses are made up of units of study. Compulsory units cover core concepts that you'll need to understand as part of your degree programme. Some of our courses also offer the opportunity for you to study optional units. These allow you to specialise in particular areas of knowledge that interest you.
As an undergraduate, you will be expected to take 60 credits (ECTS) in each academic year. These are usually split into 30 credits for each semester you study. Sixty credits are the equivalent of 1200 notional hours of study; this includes contact time with staff and your own independent learning.
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We also offer this course with a professional placement or study abroad, so you can take advantage of our excellent links with industry and leading research institutions. It's a great way to gain valuable experience to add to your CV, make new contacts or try out a possible career path.
You’ll be taught and assessed by a variety of methods and it will vary between units. These methods are designed to promote in-depth learning and understanding of the subject.
Timetabled contact hours, which may be made up of lectures, seminars, tutorials and laboratory classes, vary throughout your course and between courses but are typically between 15 and 20 hours a week in your first year.
Our teaching for this course is delivered through in-person learning on campus, supported by high quality online provision. A small proportion of these contact hours may be delivered online, with the significant majority taught on campus. This may be supplemented by additional activities such as a small number of online learning sessions (not live), skills development sessions, and personal tutorials.
The amount of timetabled sessions on campus in later years may vary based on the options you choose, with a greater emphasis on independent learning. Project and dissertation units will generally have fewer scheduled sessions to allow you time for your independent work – this may also mean the number of hours of timetabled sessions each week will vary within a year.
In addition to timetabled contact hours, you are expected to undertake independent learning and assessment activities. Typically, this might be around 15 – 20 hours per week in your first year, and include individual research, reading journal articles and books, working on individual and group projects, preparing course working assignments, presentations, or revising for exams. After your first year, the emphasis on independent learning becomes greater, for example in a final year project.
You will be assessed by a range of methods designed to develop and test your skills and knowledge. These include closed-book examinations and coursework. The assessment in individual units varies from 100% coursework assessment (e.g. for Applied Data Science) to 100% exam (for many units in pure mathematics).
Most of the assessment is through examinations and the precise balance of assessment methods varies throughout your degree and depends on your choice of units. You will primarily be assessed as an individual but may also be assessed as part of a group.
We can make reasonable adjustments to assessment procedures for students with disabilities, take a look at our Disability Service’s pages for information.
As well as being recognised as a higher academic qualification, a number of our degrees are also accredited by professional bodies in the United Kingdom. An accredited degree may entitle you to work in a specific profession within the UK, and abroad (where there are reciprocating arrangements with professional bodies in other countries).
The requirements to practise a profession vary from country to country. If you wish to practise your profession outside the United Kingdom, you are advised to confirm that the UK professional qualification you seek is valid in the country in which you are intending to work.
The United Kingdom currently subscribes to The Mutual Recognition of Professional Qualifications (MRPQ) Directive. The MRPQ Directive provides a reciprocal framework of rules which enables European Economic Area (EEA) and Swiss nationals to have their professional qualifications recognised in a state other than the one in which the qualification was obtained. In the event of a no deal Brexit, from 1 January 2021, the MRPQ Directive will no longer apply to the UK. However, it is anticipated that there will be a new system for recognising professional qualifications between the UK, EEA, and Switzerland.
‘Almost everything we do in the modern world, from shopping to taking the train to playing video games with our friends, leaves a data footprint.’
Your application, especially your personal statement, should demonstrate your enthusiasm for studying mathematics, statistics and data science more generally. This might include relevant reading, voluntary or work experience, topics or applications of mathematics that particularly interest you or other relevant extra-curricular and co-curricular activities.
Strong performance in Mathematics is essential, both in your entry qualifications and any previous study. Unlike our other Mathematics degrees, we do not require or consider performance in any additional mathematics tests for this course (such as STEP, MAT or TMUA).
If you are studying Further Mathematics, the grades we require may be lower. If you are not studying Further Mathematics, you will need a second quantitative subject part of your entry qualifications.
Quantitative subjects we accept include:
We know that the context in which you are studying can have an impact on your ability to perform your best in exams and coursework, or limit which subjects or qualifications you are able to study at your school or college. We consider any application based on its merits, including your background and circumstances, including through:
A*AA in three A levels including A* in Mathematics and A in a second quantitative subject.
If you are studying Further Mathematics as one of your A level subjects, our typical offer is instead:
A*AB in three A levels including A* in Mathematics and B in Further Mathematics.
Most of our students will join us with three A levels, but you may have study beyond this (such as a project qualification or additional study in maths) which demonstrates your individual talents that will help you with your degree. We recognise these studies through our alternative offers.
A*AB in three A levels including A* in Mathematics, A in a second quantitative subject plus one of:
If you are studying Further Mathematics as one of your A level subjects, our typical offer is instead:
A*BB in three A levels including A* in Mathematics and B in Further Mathematics plus one of:
If you receive an offer for this course and are studying one of these qualifications you will be given both the typical and alternative offer.
You can find out more about our alternative offers, including a complete list of qualifications we consider on our dedicated page.
We do not make alternative offers based on mathematics skills for this course.
36 points overall and either 7, 6, 6 in three Higher Level subjects including 6 in Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches or 7, 6, 5 in three Higher Level subjects including 7 in Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches.
In exceptional circumstances we may be able to consider you if you study Higher Level Mathematics: Applications & Interpretations. Please contact admissions@bath.ac.uk for further advice before you apply.
We consider applicants studying the IBCP on a case-by-case basis based on the individual components studied. To be considered for this course you will need to study Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches at Higher Level alongside other IB Higher Level subjects or vocational study equivalent to two A levels. This vocational study can be any qualification we accept, such as a BTEC National Diploma (RQF) or two BTEC National Extended Certificates (RQF).
Our typical offer will including individual grades in the relevant components - please contact admissions@bath.ac.uk for further advice before you apply.
D*DD in the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF) plus A* in A level Mathematics.
Due to the mathematical content of the course, you will need A level Mathematics alongside your BTEC qualification. We are able to consider BTEC qualifications in Engineering, IT or Computing.
D*D*D* in the BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF) plus A* in A level Mathematics.
Due to the mathematical content of the course, you will need A level Mathematics alongside your BTEC qualification. We are able to consider BTEC qualifications in Engineering, IT or Computing.
T levels are not considered suitable preparation for this degree programme and are therefore not accepted for entry. If you require advice on how you may academically prepare to study this degree or present with a mix of qualifications, you should contact our Admissions Progression Team at admissions-progression@bath.ac.uk.
D2, D3, D3 in three principal subjects including D2 in Mathematics and D3 in a second quantitative subject.
If you are studying Further Mathematics as one of your principal subjects, our typical offer is instead:
D2, D3, M1 in three principal subjects including D2 in Mathematics and M1 in Further Mathematics.
Most of our students will join us with three principal subjects, but you may have study beyond this (such as a Global Perspectives course or additional study in maths) which demonstrates your individual talents that will help you with your degree. We recognise these studies through our alternative offers.
D2, D3, M1 in three principal subjects including D2 in Mathematics, D3 in a second quantitative subject plus one of:
If you are studying Further Mathematics as one of your principal subjects, our typical offer is instead:
D2, M1, M1 in three principal subjects including D2 in Mathematics and M1 in Further Mathematics plus one of:
If you receive an offer for this course and are studying one of these qualifications you will be given both the typical and alternative offer.
You can find out more about our alternative offers, including a complete list of qualifications we consider on our dedicated page.
We do not make alternative offers based on mathematics skills for this course.
AA in two Advanced Highers including Mathematics and a second quantitative subject.
We make offers based on Advanced Highers. You will typically be expected to have completed five Scottish Highers and your grades in these will be considered as part of your application. We prefer applicants who have achieved AAAAA in their Highers.
Unfortunately, the Access to HE Diploma is not a suitable route for this course.
Your application will be considered individually based on the particular combination of qualifications and subjects that you are taking.
We can consider combinations of accepted qualifications, of which some common examples are:
We can also consider combinations that are not listed and that do not include A levels. You should read the information about essential and preferred subjects and subject combinations. We cannot consider different qualifications in the same subject area.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
19 in the Apolytirion plus A* in A level Mathematics and A in a second quantitative A level subject.
19 in the Lyceum Apolytirion with 19.5 in Advanced Mathematics and 19 in a second advanced science/mathematics subject.
Please contact admissions@bath.ac.uk for further advice if required.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
Unfortunately we are unable to accept students onto our degrees on the basis of this qualification alone. You will need to take an additional course before applying to us. This could be A levels, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or a recognised foundation course. Please contact us for further advice.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
1.3 overall with 14 in Mathematics from your final examinations and 13 in a second quantitative subject.
The required grade in a second quantitative subject must be achieved in your final examinations if you take it. If you do not have a second quantitative subject in your final examinations, you will need an average grade across 4 semesters in it.
Mathematics must be studied as an intensive course (erhoehtes Anforderungsniveau or Leistungskurz), where applicable.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
5, 5, in two elective subjects including one quantitative subject plus 5* in Core Mathematics and 5* in the Algebra and Calculus extended paper.
To be considered, you will need a second quantitative subject as part of your entry qualifications alongside Core Mathematics and Algebra and Calculus extended paper. For example, Physics, Computer Science, Economics or Statistics. Please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if you would like to confirm we accept the subjects that you are studying.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
We accept Advanced Placement Tests. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United States of America' section. You will need to hold an English language qualification (such as IELTS) in place of ACT or SATR scores as we can only accept these for United States citizens.
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
Pass with A in 200 credits in Mathematics including Mathematics 5 and A in 200 credits in a second quantitative subject plus A in a further 800 credits and B in a further 800 credits.
To be considered, you will need a second quantitative subject as part of your entry qualifications alongside Mathematics. For example, Physics, Computer Science, Economics or Statistics. Please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if you would like to confirm we accept the subjects that you are studying.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
A weighted average mark of 11 with 12 in Mathematics A and 10 in a second level A quantitative subject.
To be considered, you will need a second quantitative subject as part of your entry qualifications alongside Mathematics. For example, Physics, Computer Science, Economics or Statistics. Please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if you would like to confirm we accept the subjects that you are studying.
If you sit written and oral examinations in a subject, you must achieve the required grades in both.
We may be able to consider your application if you are taking the Højere Handelseksamen (HHX), Højere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX), Højere Forberedelseseksamen (HF). Please contact us to discuss our requirements.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
77766 including 85% in Mathematics and 85% in Advanced Programme Mathematics.
To be considered, you will need a second quantitative subject as part of your entry qualifications alongside Mathematics. For example, Physics, Computer Science, Economics or Statistics. Please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if you would like to confirm we accept the subjects that you are studying.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
A score of 9 overall with 10 in Mathematics and 9 in a second quantitative subject. You must be studying Mathematics I and II from the science stream. We cannot accept Mathematics for Social Sciences for this degree course.
Please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if you would like to confirm we accept the subjects that you are studying.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
Unfortunately we are unable to accept students onto our degrees on the basis of this qualification alone. You will need to take an additional course before applying to us. This could be A levels, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or a recognised foundation course. Please contact us for further advice.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
We accept Advanced Placement Tests. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United States of America' section. You will need to hold an English language qualification (such as IELTS) in place of ACT or SATR scores as we can only accept these for United States citizens.
We accept the Indian 12th Standard and our entry requirements are listed under the 'India' section.
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
Unfortunately we are unable to accept students onto our degrees on the basis of this qualification alone. You will need to take an additional course before applying to us. This could be A levels, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or a recognised foundation course. Please contact us for further advice.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
We accept Advanced Placement Tests. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United States of America' section. You will need to hold an English language qualification (such as IELTS) in place of ACT or SATR scores as we can only accept these for United States citizens.
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
H1, H1, H1, H2, H2, H3 in six subjects from the Irish Leaving Certificate with H1 in Mathematics and a second quantitative subject.
To be considered, you will need a second quantitative subject as part of your entry qualifications alongside Mathematics. For example, Physics, Computer Science, Economics or Statistics.
Please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if you would like to confirm we accept the subjects that you are studying.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
AAA in three H2 level subjects including A in Mathematics and a second quantitative subject. For example, Physics, Computer Science, Economics or Statistics.
Please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if you would like to confirm we accept the subjects that you are studying.
3.5 overall with a minimum B+ in all Mathematics modules.
We accept GCE and International A levels and the IB Diploma whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
We accept Advanced Placement Tests. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United States of America' section. You will need to hold an English language qualification (such as IELTS) in place of ACT or SATR scores as we can only accept these for United States citizens.
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
19 in the Apolytirion plus A*A in two A levels including A* Mathematics and A in a second quantitative A level subject.
For example, Physics, Computer Science, Economics or Statistics.
Please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if you would like to confirm we accept the subjects that you are studying.
We cannot accept the Apolytirion unless it is studied alongside A levels. We do not accept Pan Hellenic examinations in place of an A level.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
5.7 overall with 6.0 in the Mathematics state matriculation exam and 5.8 in a second quantitative subject.
To be considered, you will need a second quantitative subject as part of your entry qualifications alongside Mathematics. For example, Physics, Computer Science, Economics or Statistics.
Please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if you would like to confirm we accept the subjects that you are studying.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
Unfortunately we are unable to accept students onto our degrees on the basis of this qualification alone. You will need to take an additional course before applying to us. This could be A levels, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or a recognised foundation course. Please contact us for further advice.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
Unfortunately we are unable to accept students onto our degrees on the basis of this qualification alone. You will need to take an additional course before applying to us. This could be A levels, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or a recognised foundation course. Please contact us for further advice.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
90, 85, 85 in three extended subjects including 90 in Mathematics and 85 in a second quantitative subject.
For example, Physics, Computer Science, Economics or Statistics.
Please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if you would like to confirm we accept the subjects that you are studying.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
Unfortunately we are unable to accept students onto our degrees on the basis of this qualification alone. You will need to take an additional course before applying to us. This could be A levels, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or a recognised foundation course. Please contact us for further advice.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
Our requirements are currently under review. Please email admissions@bath.ac.uk if you need any further information.
We accept Advanced Placement Tests. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United States of America' section.
We accept the IB Diploma and our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section. If you are studying a mixture of IB courses and College Board qualifications please contact us for advice.
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
9.0 overall with 95, 90, 90 in three state exams including 95 in Mathematics and 90 in a second quantitative subject . For example, Physics, Computer Science, Economics or Statistics.
Please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if you would like to confirm we accept the subjects that you are studying.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
Pass the relevant certificate with an ATAR or TER of 97 with grade A or 85 in Mathematics and a second quantitative subject.
To be considered, you will need a second quantitative subject as part of your entry qualifications alongside Mathematics. For example, Physics, Computer Science, Economics or Statistics.
Please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if you would like to confirm we accept the subjects that you are studying.
We can accept any of the following school leaver qualifications meeting these requirements:
-Australian Capital Territory Year 12 Certificate -New South Wales Higher School Certificate -Northern Territory Certificate of Education -South Australian Certificate of Education -Tasmanian Certificate of Education -Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning -Victorian Certificate of Education -Western Australian Certificate of Education
Our requirements for the Queensland Senior Certificate of Education are:
Overall Band Position of 1 with HA in Mathematics and HA in a second quantitative subject.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
5 in all subjects with 85% and 80% in two Higher subjects including 85% in Mathematics and 80% in a second quantitative Higher subject.
For example, Physics, Computer Science, Economics or Statistics.
Please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if you would like to confirm we accept the subjects that you are studying.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
An overall score of 95% in the classical, languages or scientific pathway with 10, 9, 9 in three subjects from your final report card including 10 in Mathematics and 9 in a second quantitative subject.
To be considered, you will need a second quantitative subject as part of your entry qualifications alongside Mathematics. For example, Physics, Computer Science, Economics or Statistics.
Please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if you would like to confirm we accept the subjects that you are studying.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
An overall score of 16 with 17 in Mathematics as a speciality in your final year plus 15 in a second quantitative speciality subject in your final year.
For example, Physics, Computer Science, Economics or Statistics.
Please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if you would like to confirm we accept the subjects that you are studying.
If you are studying the International Option Baccalaureate (OIB), our typical offer is:
14 overall with 17 in Mathematics as a speciality in your final year plus 15 in a second speciality subject in your final year.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
Level 3 Diploma achieved with Excellence including 18 credits at Excellence (E) in Level 3 Mathematics and two Level 3 subjects with 14 credits at Excellence (E) including a second quantitative subject.
For example, Physics, Computer Science, Economics or Statistics.
Please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if you would like to confirm we accept the subjects that you are studying.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
An average of 4.5 in the common core subjects and an average of 5 across six optional programme courses including 6 in Mathematics R1/NS1 and R2/NS2 and 5 in two further courses in quantitative subjects.
These requirements are for the Specialisation in General Studies programme. Please contact us if you are taking a different programme.
To be considered, you will need a second quantitative subject as part of your entry qualifications alongside Mathematics. For example, Physics, Computer Science, Economics or Statistics.
Please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if you would like to confirm we accept the subjects that you are studying.
We consider your grades in final assessment for each subject, or in examinations where you do not have a final assessment for that subject.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
9.0 overall with 9.5, 9.0, 9.0 in three subjects including 9.5 in Mathematics and 9.0 in a second quantitative subject.
For example, Physics, Computer Science, Economics or Statistics.
Please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if you would like to confirm we accept the subjects that you are studying.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
An overall grade of 5 with 5 in four subjects including Mathematics at Advanced Level and a second quantitative subject.
For example, Physics, Computer Science, Economics or Statistics.
Please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if you would like to confirm we accept the subjects that you are studying.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
88% overall with 9.5 in Mathematics (5 periods) and 9.0 in a second quantitative subject (4 periods).
To be considered, you will need a second quantitative subject as part of your entry qualifications alongside Mathematics. For example, Physics, Computer Science, Economics or Statistics.
Please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if you would like to confirm we accept the subjects that you are studying.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
Unfortunately we are unable to accept students onto our degrees on the basis of these qualifications alone. You will need to take an additional course before applying to us. This could be A levels, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or a recognised foundation course. Please contact us for further advice.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
We accept this programme for direct entry and our requirements are the same as for a Canadian Secondary School Diploma. These are listed in the 'Canada' section.
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
5, 5, 5 in three Advanced Placement Tests including Calculus BC and a second quantitative subject.
We cannot consider Calculus AB as one of these three subjects.
Examples of quantitative subjects we can accept include: Physics, Computer Science, Economics or Statistics.
We assess applications from students taking AP examinations on an individual basis.
When assessing your application, we will also be looking for evidence of a high academic standard across a breadth of study, for example through additional AP Tests, your wider school curriculum and SAT or ACT scores if you have taken them.
If you would like advice about your own set of qualifications, please email admissions@bath.ac.uk
We do not accept SAT Subject Tests for direct entry to our degrees.
We accept the IB Diploma and our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section. If you are studying a mixture of IB courses and College Board qualifications please contact us for advice.
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
An average of 85% across four subjects including 90% in Mathematics.
Please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if you would like to confirm we accept the subjects that you are studying.
We do not accept Physical Education as one of these four subjects.
These requirements are for the CBSE and CISCE boards. Please contact us if you are taking this qualification with a different board.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
CGPA of 85% with 85% in Calculus or Mathematics and 85% in a second quantitative subject from the final year.
To be considered, you will need a second quantitative subject as part of your entry qualifications alongside Mathematics. For example, Physics, Computer Science, Economics or Statistics.
Please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if you would like to confirm we accept the subjects that you are studying.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
Due to the variety, structure and grading of these qualifications, applications are welcomed from students with these qualifications but we consider them on on a case-by-case basis. If you are interested in applying, please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk for further advice. Please provide copies of your school reports within your email for our consideration.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
An overall average of 18 with 19, 18, 18 in three subjects including 19 in Mathematics and 18 in a second quantitative subject.
For example, Physics, Computer Science, Economics or Statistics.
Please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if you would like to confirm we accept the subjects that you are studying.
Your subjects grades will be taken as an average of your school results and external exams where relevant.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
AAA in three subjects including Mathematics and a second quantitative subject. For example, Physics, Computer Science, Economics or Statistics.
Please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if you would like to confirm we accept the subjects that you are studying.
We do not accept General Studies as one of these three subjects. We do not accept grade A- in place of grade A.
CGPA of 3.5 in the science stream with A- in Mathematics in the final semester.
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
We accept this programme for direct entry and our requirements are the same as for a Canadian Secondary School Diploma. These are listed in the 'Canada' section.
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
Unfortunately, we are unable to accept students onto our degrees on the basis of these qualifications alone. You will need to take an additional course before applying to us. This could be A levels, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or a recognised foundation course. Please contact us for further advice. If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider a Foundation Year or if you are located here in the UK, explore the qualifications that may be available to you. Please contact us for further advice on admissions@bath.ac.uk
If you do not meet our English GCSE requirements, you will need a suitable English language qualification. Examples include:
Fees and funding information for Mathematics, Statistics and Data Science BSc (Hons)
Your tuition fees and how you pay them will depend on whether you are a Home or Overseas student.
Learn how we decide fee statusThese fees are for the academic year 2023/24 only. Tuition fees are liable to increase annually for all University of Bath students.
£9,250
UK undergraduate fees are regulated by the government. These fees are subject to parliamentary approval.
£26,200
You should budget for an increase of up to 5% each year for every further year of study; we will not increase your fees each year by more than this percentage and the amount will be set out on our fee page in December for the following academic year.
If you aren't paying your fees in British pounds, you should also budget for possible fluctuations in your own currency.
If you are studying an undergraduate course, you may be able to take out a loan for your tuition fees and living costs.
Read more about tuition fee loansYou could be considered for a bursary or scholarship to help you study at Bath. This is in addition to your student loan and you do not have to pay it back.
Read more about bursaries and scholarshipsYou can pay your tuition fees by Direct Debit, debit card, credit card or bank transfer. You may also be eligible for a student loan to help you pay your fees.
Read more about your payment optionsYou will need to budget at least £100 for the cost of photocopying, printing and binding. You will also need to budget for the cost of textbooks.
Some courses involve visits away from campus and you may be required to pay some or all of the costs of travel, accommodation and food and drink.
If you’re on a placement, you’re responsible for your own travel, accommodation and living costs. You should also consider the financial implications if you go on an unpaid or overseas placement.
We will usually assess you based on your UCAS application. Very exceptionally we may invite you to an interview if you have circumstances we cannot assess from an application alone.
Our interview page gives more information on what you should expect from an interview.
Learn more about studying at Bath
Visit our undergraduate virtual experienceYou will develop core skills in mathematics. You will study algebra and build a firm grounding in the fundamental objects of mathematics such as sets, functions, numbers, polynomials and matrices. You will study analysis to define the notions of convergence and limit. You will explore calculus in two and three dimensions and key mathematical methods for solving linear differential equations. Mathematical methods will be motivated with examples from physics, engineering and other sciences.
You will develop further skills in mathematics. You will study linear algebra, both via matrices and via vector spaces and linear maps, focussing on the most widely applicable aspects.
You will examine the theory of continuity for functions of one real variable. You will learn about vectors, vector algebra and basic vector calculus in two and three dimensions, developing algebraic competency and geometric intuition. You will develop skills in mathematical modelling, through Newtonian mechanics
You will develop core skills in statistics and computer programming with an emphasis on data science. You will develop a solid foundation in probability theory that will facilitate further study in probability and statistics. You will learn Python programming and sustainable software engineering for mathematics, include the design and analysis of algorithms and with examples from data science. You will also develop the ability to reason logically and to read and write mathematics well.
You will develop further your skills in statistics and data science. You will use continuous random variables and explore statistical modelling and parameter estimation. You will advance your skills in Python programming with an emphasis on data science. You will explore the beauty and the importance of university-level mathematics.
You will develop your understanding of two areas that are key to applied maths: ordinary differential equations and vector calculus. You will study techniques for solving and analysing systems of ordinary differential equations. You will explore the theory of vector calculus. You will see the application of the methods and theory to real-world problems. This unit will provide you with a foundation for further study in a wide range of topics in applied maths.
You will explore methods for understanding large data sets, using data visualization, data wrangling and tools for spatial and text data analysis. The unit will draw on data sets from a variety of applications and use Python to explore the data-analysis techniques.
You will learn a range of machine learning techniques and algorithms for supervised and unsupervised learning. The unit will use Python to experiment with data sets.
This unit will develop your knowledge of statistical theory and your ability to apply statistical methods in analysing data. You will use the programming language R to fit models to data and you will develop the skills to interpret and use a fitted model.
This unit will further develop your knowledge of statistical theory and its application in data analysis, with particular focus on the normal linear model.
In the second year, you have compulsory units in statistics, machine learning, and data science. You can choose options in algebra, applied mathematics, probability, and numerical analysis. These choices span areas of pure mathematics, physical and computational applied mathematics, probabilistic modelling, and data science. You can also take one option each semester in a related discipline such as computer science, physics, or economics. You will receive guidance on choosing options and building a coherent selection of units.
You will complete a project with a large data set, including the planning and design of studies, through practical analysis to the reporting of results.
Building on Machine Learning 1, you will further develop knowledge and understanding of Machine Learning by introducing deep neural networks and tree ensembles.
You will work with a class of statistical models known as generalised linear models. You will learn the theory of statistical inference for these models and carry out data analyses in case studies involving these types of data.
You will learn about models for data with complex structures such as time series, spatial data, and linear models with random effects. You will develop skills in data analysis through case studies involving these types of data.
In the final year, you have compulsory units in statistics, machine learning, and data science. You will also build on the options you chose in second year. Example options include Group theory & their representations, Differential geometry of curves & surfaces, Complex analysis, Discrete probability, Probability & finance, Mathematical biology, Mathematics of planet earth, Fluid dynamics, Numerical linear algebra, Inverse problems & numerical optimisation, Graph theory. You can also take some options in a related discipline such as computer science, education, and management.