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Mathematics
BSc (Hons) · 4 Years · Full-time · 09/2025 · UndergraduatePaisley Campus
Course summary
OVERVIEW
Join the BSc (Hons) mathematics programme to learn how mathematics underpins and informs the world around us.Build the knowledge and skills required to excel in a multitude of professional sectors including finance, engineering, programming, teaching, and mathematical research. This programme will provide you with a broad understanding of key areas of mathematics, with options to individualise your degree at the later stages. Choose to study topics from a range of options including statistics, number theory, numerical analysis, and mathematical biology.
PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS
• Complete a four-year Honours degree in mathematics, gaining broad and balanced knowledge and understanding of key concepts within mathematics.
• Use industry standard software to develop a range of skills enabling you to adapt to the constantly changing technological environment.
• Individualise your degree content, with module options including:
o Mathematical Biology
o Mechanics
o Numerical Analysis
o Statistics
o Theoretical Physics
• Be taught by research-active academics who are specialists in their field.
PROGRAMME DETAILS
This programme aims to instill you with the skills and attributes that are transferable to many areas of study and professional employment. These include:
• Computer literacy
• Numeracy and proficiency in data analysis and interpretation
• Accessing and applying relevant research findings
• Communicating effectively with audiences
• Logic and problem solving ability
• Engaging in professional dialogue with peers and senior colleagues
• Critical analysis
• Evaluation and synthesis of ideas
• Exercising autonomy and initiative
• Working with others
CAREERS
Following graduation from the BSc (Hons) Mathematics programme, you’ll leave UWS with career options in finance, research, the tech sector, and many more.
Mathematics graduates are highly sought after across all areas due to their analytical and critical thinking skills.
Modules
Year 1
In Year 1 you will study five core Mathematics / Statistics modules and a module on Professional Skills.
Year 2
In Year 2, you will study core modules in Multivariable Calculus, Probability & Statistics, Discrete Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations and Professional Skills.
Year 3
In Year 3, alongside a specialist core module in Mathematics, you can further personalise your degree with option modules including in Statistical Inference, Mechanics, and Abstract Algebra.
Year 4
Knowledge and understanding of Advanced Mathematics is developed in Year 4, with options including Experimental Design, Mathematical Biology, and Coding and Cryptography. You will also undertake a research dissertation where your knowledge can be
applied to an extended project in a range of areas.
Assessment method
You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, computer laboratory sessions, and workshops. You will also have the opportunity to take part in group work and independent learning to develop your transferable skills such as research, presentation, communication, and working as part of a team.
This degree is assessed using a variety of assessment methods including:
• Written examinations
• Coursework
• Presentations
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
Apply by
29 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- G100
- Institution code:
- U40
- Campus name:
- Paisley Campus
- Campus Code:
- P
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)
Year 2 Entry:
Scottish Advanced Highers: CCD including Maths
A Levels: BCC including Maths
T Level: Full T Level with Grade M in relevant subject (120 Tariff points)
International Baccalaureate: 28 points including Maths
SQA HND/BTEC Level 5 HND: Relevant subject which includes Engineering Mathematics 2 and Engineering Mathematics 3
BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM
Year 3 Entry:
All year 3 applications are considered on an individual basis, subject to review by the programme leader
International applicants
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level. These are shown below.
Entry requirements
Standard Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 90 points
Including Maths
A level - CCD
Including Maths
For year 2 entry, BCC including Maths
Scottish Higher - BCCC
Including Maths
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) - DDM
For entry into year 2
Scottish Advanced Higher - CCD
For entry to Year 2, including Maths
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points
including Maths
For Year 2 entry, 28 points including Maths
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3, H4
Including Maths.
Scottish HNC - Pass
Entry to Year 1 with HNC in relevant subject including Engineering Mathematics 1
Scottish HND - Pass
Entry to Year 2 with HND in relevant subject which includes Engineering Mathematics 2 and Engineering Mathematics 3
T Level - P
in relevant subject
For Year 2 entry, Grade M required in relevant subject
Entry to Year 1 with SWAP (BBB) in Access to STEM.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
UCAS Tariff - 63 points
including Maths
A level - CCD
Including Maths.
Scottish Higher - CCC
including Maths
Alternative Minimum Entry Requirements: CC (42 UCAS Tariff points), including Maths, PLUS successful completion of one of the following:
UWS Foundation Academy
Foundation Apprenticeship
UWS Next Steps to University module
Top-Up
LEAPS
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3, H4
Including Maths.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 minimum in each skill / component. |
| Cambridge English Advanced | 176 overall with no sub-test less than 169 | |
| Cambridge English Proficiency | 176 overall with no sub-test less than 169 | |
| Trinity ISE | Pass | ISEII with the minimum of a Pass in all sub-tests |
| PTE Academic | 54 | An overall score of 54 with no element below 51 |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 78 | no sub-test less than: Reading: 17; Listening: 17; Speaking: 17; Writing: 17 |
For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level. The reason for this is that it’s essential that you are able to read, speak and understand the English language to get the most out of your time at UWS.
All international applicants are required to meet minimum English language standards, with the exception of:
// Native speakers of English
// Erasmus students (unless advised otherwise)
// non-Erasmus students from EU partner institutions (your institution must provide confirmation of your English language ability in the absence of a formal qualification)
The qualifications above must have been gained within two years prior to the start of your course at UWS.
UWS's English language requirements https://www.uws.ac.uk/international/english-language-requirements/
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
Our Minimum Entry Requirements are applicable to those applicants who have not had an equal opportunity to demonstrate their academic ability at school or college and are known as ‘widening access’ applicants. We also sometimes refer to this type of applicant as receiving a ‘contextual’ offer. For more information, please visit our website using the link below.
Learn more on the University of the West of Scotland website
Historical entry grades data BETA
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1820* | Year 1 |
| England | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| EU | £18000* | Year 1 |
| International | £18000* | Year 1 |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
TUITION FEE INFORMATION - SCOTTISH STUDENTS:
Eligible Scottish domiciled students can usually apply to have their tuition fees paid for them each year of their studies by the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS). If you're not sure about your eligibility, you should contact SAAS. You need to apply to SAAS each year of study to have your tuition fees paid directly to UWS.
TUITION FEE INFORMATION - UK, IRISH & GIBRALTARIAN STUDENTS:
Eligible students who are domiciled in England, Wales, or Northern Ireland as well as from the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man, Gibraltar or the Republic of Ireland will qualify for tuition fees of £9,250 per academic session of study to a maximum of three years if you are studying on a four year bachelor degree course (eg. BAcc (Hons) / BA (Hons) / BEng (Hons) / BSc (Hons)). So, if your degree is four years' duration, you will only be charged tuition fees for three years. Similarly, if you are studying a five year integrated master's degree course (eg. MEng (Hons)) the you will only be charged tuition fees for four years.
TUITION FEE INFORMATION - INTERNATIONAL (NON-EU) & EU STUDENTS:
These tuition fees apply to all non-EU, EEA, and all other EU students (excluding those from Republic of Ireland and Gibraltar, whose fee level is as per UK (non-Scottish) students - see section above for more details).
ADDITIONAL COSTS:
The cost of attending university is an investment in your future career.
In addition to tuition fees and living expenses, some courses involve extra costs such as consumable study materials, field trips, equipment and uniforms. You may also want to purchase some core texts and technology such as a new laptop etc. Some of these additional costs are optional, some, such as uniforms or safety equipment may be mandatory.
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