Programme summary for BSc (Hons) (or if combined with a BA(Hons) Major route, the award received will be BA (Hons)) Mathematics Combined (Minor)
About the programme
Mathematics is a subject based on strict logic, analytical models and abstractions. It has immense applicability in many areas including science, technology, engineering, surveying, mechanics, business and commerce. At UEL, you can combine mathematics with your studies in computing, information technology, business, accounting, finance or education. The programme is practically oriented, providing you with opportunities to explore mathematics methods and techniques in different areas.
2-subject degrees
Mathematics must be combined with another subject as part of a 2-subject degree.
Programme structure
Mathematics is offered as a minor route of 120 credits, which may be combined with a range of major routes of 240 credits, to make up the total of 360 credits required for an honours degree.
Career opportunities
Employers greatly value the intellectual ability and rigour, and the skills in reasoning and analytical problem solving, of mathematics graduates, and there is a wide range of career opportunities in industry, business and commerce. There is also a great demand in the UK for mathematics teachers.
Support
- Personal tutor support throughout the programme
- Support for development and study skills, preparation for employment and research.
- Specialist support for dyslexia and English as a second language
- Student advice services for an accommodation, finance, career, IT training and learning resources.
Admission
An applicant should satisfy one of the following:
- A typical offer of 280 UCAS tariff points (including two GCE or VCE A-levels or VCE Double Award) One subject must be Mathematics or Mathematically related subject.
- 50% Merits Year 2 of BTEC National Diploma in a relevant subject area or relevant Access programme
- Mature students will be considered based on their experience and combination of interviews and equivalency tests will be used to determine their suitability for the programme
- Equivalent overseas qualifications
In addition an applicant will have the following:
- GCSE English and Mathematics at grade C or above
Students may be admitted through Accreditation of Experiential Learning (AEL) or Accreditation of Certificated Learning (ACL) processes.
In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then a minimum IELTS of 6.0 with no skill level below 5.0 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate matriculation to UK Higher Education undergraduate programmes.
Key facts
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