Mathematics and Statistics

Learn the language behind every breakthrough and help deliver the decisions that shape the world.

Unlock the maths and statistics that power science, technology and real‑world decision‑making, opening doors to high‑impact careers across data, finance, research and beyond.
Develop core mathematical and statistical skills, learning how to collect, analyse and interpret data to solve complex problems and make informed decisions.
Maths and statistics underpin science, technology and evidence‑based decision‑making, making them essential in a world driven by data, innovation and research.
Unlock diverse and rewarding career paths in finance, data analytics, tech, insurance, research, government, science and beyond. Plus, Leeds has one of the largest mathematics research departments in the UK, giving you a cutting-edge curriculum and learning opportunities at your fingertips.

Student profile: Merrion Flower

“In first year it was a lot more broad. You could study every possible type of maths – pure maths, statistics, mechanics, finance as well – and then, as you go through, you get to specialise a lot more, so what I'm personally interested in is mathematical biology.”

Merrion Flower, Mathematics and Statistics, BSc

Why study at Leeds:

• Learn from world‑leading research that shapes your course with the latest thinking in pure maths, applied maths, statistics and financial maths.

• Be taught by expert academics and researchers who live and breathe their mathematical specialisms.

• Get regular feedback and personalised support, with small first‑year tutorials to help you hit the ground running.

• Study in modern facilities with powerful computing suites, social learning hubs, problem‑solving spaces and quiet study areas.

• Boost your CV with an industrial placement or take your learning global through our study abroad programmes.

• Join MathSoc to meet your people, make friends, enjoy great socials and even play for the football or netball team.

Rankings and awards

Top 100 in the world, QS World University Rankings 2026

Where this degree could take you

Here’s an insight into the job roles some of our mathematics and statistics graduates have obtained:

• Medical Statistician – NHS

• Statistician – Nestlé

• Senior Actuarial Associate – PwC

• Risk Analyst – SkyBet

• Statistical Analyst – Office for National Statistics

• Consultant Statistician – AstraZeneca

• Category Management Analyst – Accenture

• Business Intelligence Engineer – Amazon

• Financial Analyst – American Express

• Audit Associate – Deloitte

• Senior Credit Risk Analyst – HSBC

• Senior Actuary – KPMG

• Retail Analyst – Emma Bridgewater

Student profile: Merrion Flower

“One of the most helpful things for me has been the careers fairs, and how many companies there are that want Maths students.”

Merion Flower, Mathematics and Statistics BSc

Career support

Top 10 most targeted for 10+ years by the UK's leading employers, The Graduate Market 2026, High Fliers Research

At Leeds, we help you to prepare for your future from day one.

Our Careers Service has the global expertise and sector-spanning industry partnerships that, combined, go way beyond simply helping you get a job. They provide you with the resources you need to upskill and achieve the future you aspire towards – even in the face of lightning-paced change.

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

• Statistical Society, Royal