Mathematics and Computer Science with a Year Abroad

If you love the beauty, precision, complexity and simplicity of mathematics, and like being challenged, then the Mathematics degree at Swansea University is the course for you.

Our new four-year BSc in Mathematics and Computer Science with a year abroad will focus on the application of mathematical ideas and computational skills to cutting edge real world problems. This is an exciting field with rapid developments in areas such as modelling, graphics, security, data analysis, machine learning and artificial intelligence which are all underpinned by mathematical ideas. Through this degree students will not only learn about the theoretical foundations of such ideas, but also develop the practical skills in programming and problem solving that employers are looking for.

As part of this programme, you will spend a year abroad between your second and final year, broadening your skills and experience. Our partner institutions span the globe, with opportunities varying each year.

The new £32.5M Computational Foundry building at our Bay Campus gives students access to bespoke study and teaching spaces designed by and for mathematicians and computer scientists.

Our Mathematics Reading Room provides a quiet study space for mathematics students, as well as housing a departmental library of resources for study and research, and our state of the art computer labs include a vision and biometric lab, maker lab, theory lab, cyber security/networking lab, user lab and visualisation suite.

We are ranked:
• 3rd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2025)
• 7th in the UK (Guardian University 2025)
• 13th in the UK for Teaching Quality (Guardian University 2025)
• Top 201-250 in the World Computer Science & Mathematics (QS World University Rankings 2025)

Mathematics graduates typically earn salaries 50% higher than the average graduate. Mathematicians are highly sought after in lucrative industries such as the actuarial profession, the financial sector, technology and systems administration Our graduates have recently gained employment at organisations including AXA, British Airways, Deutsche Bank, Shell Research, Health Authorities and Local Government.

Our Computer Science graduates have become Analyst Developers, Business Analysts, Computer Programmers, Electronic Engineers, Graphic Designers, Software Developers and Machine Learning Engineers with companies that include IBM, Google, Disney, Facebook, Microsoft and Sony.

In Year 1, you will typically study areas including:
Concepts of Computer Science, Introduction to Analysis, Foundations of Algebra, Introductory Linear Algebra, Introduction to Biomathematics, Probability and Statistics

In Year 2, you will typically study areas including:
Database Systems, Visual Computing, Game Theory and Optimization, Multi-variable analysis, Vector Spaces, Groups and Rings, Declarative Programming, Probability Theory, Artificial Intelligence

As part of this programme, you will spend a year abroad between your second and final year, broadening your skills and experience. Our partner institutions span the globe, with opportunities varying each year.

In your final year, you will typically study areas including:
Dissertation in Mathematics and Computer Science, Embedded Systems Design, Applied Algebra: Coding Theory, Cryptography and IT-Security, Machine Learning, High Integrity Systems, Risk and Survival Models, Logic for Computer Science, Biomathematics

Practical skills sessions, lab work seminars, and workshops predominantly take place in person, allowing for group working and demonstrations. We also operate virtual labs and Simulated Learning Environments which will facilitate greater access to training opportunities in the future. However, our approach also includes the use of some online learning to support and enhance traditional face-to-face teaching.

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

• Mathematics and its Applications, Institute of