Mathematics | Aston University, Birmingham

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Course summary

If you are passionate to problem-solve and have a desire to explore the intricacies of the universe, a maths degree is your gateway to a rewarding future.

Course outline

Discover how maths is an integral part of our everyday lives with an understanding of the concepts, theories and applications that make sense of the world around us, from computer modelling and transport networks to the stock market and climate change. On our professionally-accredited* mathematics programme, you will increase your familiarity with mathematical software, and build confidence in communicating mathematical arguments and conclusions.

Key benefits

Professionally accredited* – Accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA)
Power up your future – Develop the skills employers around the globe look for. Gain an edge in a fast-changing world and thrive in your career with Aston Power Skills.
Gold standard teaching – Aston University was awarded Gold – the highest possible rating for the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF, 2023)
Earn more – Our graduates are among the highest paid in the country, earning on average £39,800 five years after graduating (Mathematical Sciences; Longitudinal Education Outcomes, 2024)
Excellent prospects - Ranked 3rd in the UK for ‘graduate prospects – on track’ (Mathematics; Complete University Guide, 2025)
More for less - Ranked 2nd in the UK for ‘value added’ (Mathematics; Guardian, 2025)

Where can this degree take me?

The transferable skills that our mathematics programmes provide mean that our graduates are successful in finding employment in a wide range of roles such as:

Auditor
Associate data scientist
Junior statistician
Tax analyst
Systems analyst
Graduate software engineer
Actuarial analyst
IT business analyst

Our graduates have gone on to work at companies such as Admiral Insurance, KPMG, Deloitte, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PWC), Grant Thornton, Experian, GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), and TikTok.

Professional accreditation
*This programme is accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA). As part of the standard process, it is currently undergoing re-accreditation, with confirmation expected before September 2026.

How to apply

Application codes

Course code:: G100
Institution code:: A80

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2022-2024

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

99% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

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Student Outcomes

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65 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

90 Go onto work and study

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