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Mathematics

  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-Time
  • 27 September 2027
  • Undergraduate
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Course summary

Tailor your degree to your interests and career goals with our BSc Mathematics course. Explore the topics that are important to you and gain the fundamental knowledge that every mathematician needs for a successful career.

Through this three-year BSc Mathematics course you will develop the mathematical knowledge and advanced problem-solving skills needed to tackle some of the most intriguing maths problems.

In your first year you’ll focus on fundamental mathematical concepts. You’ll cover essential topics such as calculus, algebra, modelling and data science. Plus, you’ll hone your problem solving abilities, develop programming skills using Python and R, and learn to present your work as a professional mathematician using LaTeX.

In your second year you’ll develop your skill set further. In addition to core modules, you’ll have the chance to explore the areas of mathematics that are important to you, through optional modules covering topics such as algebraic structures, special relativity and stochastic modelling.

The final year of your degree is yours to shape through either a pure mathematics, applied mathematics, or probability and statistics pathway. You can choose to complement or replace one of these pathways with our mathematics and statistics project and skills module.

You’ll also have the freedom to explore different areas of mathematics through more in-depth optional modules on topics such as machine learning, number theory and cryptography, and financial mathematics. You’ll tailor your degree to your interests and aspirations, gaining the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in a variety of careers.

Why study this course?

  • Top 10 in the UK for mathematics - The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026

  • 1st in the Russell Group for academic support and assessment and feedback in mathematics - National Student Survey 2025

  • Opt to spend a full year on a work placement - Test out a career path, build up your CV and grow your network of contacts.

  • Summer research placements - Gain paid research experience through the Sheffield Undergraduate Research Experience or Undergraduate Research Internship schemes.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

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Study options

  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 27 September 2027

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
G100
Institution code:
S18
Campus name:
Main Site
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
13 January 2027

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:
S18
Campus name:
Main Site

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level
AAA

including Maths

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

Access to HE Diploma
Distinction: 39 Merit: 6

Award of Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 39 at Distinction (to include Maths units), and 6 at Merit

Scottish Advanced Higher
A

in Maths + AAAAB in Scottish Highers

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD

+ A in A Level Maths

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
34-36

36, with 6 in HL Maths (Analysis and Approaches); 34, with 6 in HL Maths (Analysis and Approaches), and B in a Maths-based Extended Essay

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*DD

in Engineering with Distinctions in all Maths units

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2H2H2H2H2H2

including Maths

To find out if you're eligible for additional consideration or an alternative offer, visit: ww.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/apply/access-sheffield https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate

English language requirements

You must demonstrate that your English is good enough for you to successfully complete your course. For this course we require: GCSE English Language at grade 4/C; IELTS grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component; or an alternative acceptable English language qualificationhttps://www.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/apply/english-language

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.

The entry grades data only represents a proportion of our cohort. We accept a broad range of qualifications on our degrees and we're committed to ensuring all students with the potential to succeed at Sheffield are informed and feel encouraged to apply. If you meet one or more of our Access Sheffield criteria, we may be able to give your application additional consideration when we receive it and when exam results are released.

Learn more on the University of Sheffield website

International entry requirements

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Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Not enough data available

We are unable to show previous accepted grades for this course. This could be because the course is new, it's a postgraduate course, there isn't enough historical data, or the provider has opted out of sharing their entry grades data for this course - learn more.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

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 fees for 2027 entry have not been confirmed. Please use 2026-27 information as a guide.

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