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French and Mathematics

Course details
  • Bachelor of Arts (with Honours)
  • 4 Years
  • Full-Time
  • 13 September 2027
  • Undergraduate
Course location
Stirling Campus

Course summary

French is one of the most spoken languages in the world. It’s the only language other than English that is spoken on all five continents (Kochiva, Oct 2025). So there’s plenty of demand in many career sectors for French speakers.

Immerse yourself in French language and culture

Our French degree builds your spoken and written French skills. You'll explore the history, culture and politics shaping the French-speaking world. You’ll:

  • develop your French language abilities whether you’re a beginner or already advanced,

  • study exciting modules like French literature, cinema and culture of the Francophone world,

  • master translation and advanced grammar,

  • learn in small interactive classes,

  • develop professional skills that are highly valued in the global job market:  critical thinking, research, cross-cultural communication.

Mathematicians are in demand. In 2023, over 4.2 million people in the UK worked in maths-based roles. That’s around 13% of the workforce (London Mathematical Society). Jobs range from data analysts and statisticians to actuaries, engineers, and programmers.

Why study maths at Stirling?

A maths degree from Stirling isn’t just about numbers. It’s about discovering what’s possible when you use them to solve real problems. Our maths degree focuses on the practical and creative side of mathematics and statistics. We show you how theory connects to real-life problems.

Throughout the course you’ll:

  • build a strong foundation in pure and applied mathematics;

  • specialise in areas of maths you’re interested in;

  • learn to think logically, creatively, and analytically;

  • use our specialist Mathematics Computing Laboratories where maths becomes hands-on, experimental, and interactive;

  • gain expertise in Python and R.

You’ll graduate with the confidence and technical skills to innovate, model, and solve the complex problems the world faces today.

Our BSc (Hons) Mathematics is accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA). Recognition that our degree meets the highest professional standards.

Professional bodies

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

  • Mathematics and its Applications, Institute of

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:
GR11
Institution code:
S75
Campus name:
Stirling Campus

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3

Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Typical qualification requirements

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6Obtain IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 minimum in each skill or equivalent.

If you don’t meet the entry requirements there are English language courses which can help you prepare for your degree: https://www.stir.ac.uk/international/international-students/pre-sessional-english-language-courses/https://www.stir.ac.uk/international/international-students/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.

The minimum grade requirements apply to specific categories of 'widening access' applicants domiciled in Scotland who may be eligible for a contextual offer.

Learn more on the University of Stirling website

International entry requirements

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.

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Historical entry grades data is not currently available for University of Stirling - we are working with them to try and make it available soon - learn more.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland£10050
Scotland£1820

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

Scottish students can apply to the Student Award Agency for Scotland (SAAS) to have tuition fees paid by the Scottish government.

Students from the rest of the UK can apply for financial assistance, including a loan to cover the full cost of the tuition fees, from the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE).

Fee information for International and EU students, can be found on the course webpage:
https://www.stir.ac.uk/courses/

The University of Stirling offers a range of scholarships, further information can be found on our website: https://www.stir.ac.uk/scholarships/

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