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Mathematics with a Year in Industry

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 4 Years
  • Sandwich
  • 21 September 2026
  • Undergraduate
University Park Campus
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Course summary

Are you fascinated by abstract concepts such as infinity and symmetry? Do you want to develop your skills in problem solving and analysis? This BSc will fuel your passion for mathematics and provide you with valuable industry experience. The course will enable you to enhance and develop your transferable skills in project work, group study and presentations, then apply them in the workplace during your year in industry.

There's a range of specialised modules across all branches of mathematics, based upon our diverse research interests. Our academics are working on problems that span:

  • medicine, biotechnology and food security

  • epidemic modelling

  • fluid mechanics, with applications in industry and biology

  • statistical machine learning

  • algebra and number theory

  • mathematical finance

Courses for students, by students
Our co-created curriculum is redefining studying maths. Imagine being part of a vibrant community where students have actively shaped the degree programmes.

We believe in collaboration, and that's why our students, industry professionals, and alumni joined forces with our dedicated staff to design degrees suitable for the real world. As you would expect there is emphasis on mathematical concepts and techniques, but with a practical application too.

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Year in industry
The placement year opportunity enables you to take what you've learned and apply it to real projects in a professional working environment. You will be supported by a placement tutor in securing a position and they will keep in touch during the year to see how you are getting on. The placement year can provide you with a source of income and can even lead to a job offer before you've graduated.

About mathematics at the University of Nottingham
The first year of the degree gives you a flavour of the different areas of mathematics on offer. You will cover topics spanning applied mathematics, pure mathematics, statistics and probability. You will work individually and in groups to solve real-world problems using advanced theories and techniques. It helps you to decide what you enjoy and if there are areas in which you want to specialise.

Later topics include:

  • abstract mathematical structures

  • ordinary and partial differential equations

  • probabilistic and statistical models

  • mathematical finance

  • quantum mechanics and relativity

Putting your maths into practice
There are lots of opportunities to apply your knowledge in a real-world context, by working together with other students and lecturers to tackle complex problems from industry and academia.

We work closely with our industry partners and alumni to ensure the course is matched to employer needs so you can enter the workplace confident in the skills and knowledge you've gained.

Modules

For detailed information about the modules you will study, please visit the course page: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Mathematics-with-a-Year-in-Industry-BSc-Hons-U6UMATHIY.html

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University Park Campus

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Sandwich • 4 Years

Start dates

  • 21 September 2026

Apply by
14 January

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:
G105
Institution code:
N84
Campus name:
University Park Campus
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 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:
G105
Institution code:
N84
Campus name:
University Park Campus
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

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Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

A level
A*AA - AAA

A Level Mathematics is essential. A Level Further Mathematics (in additional to A Level Mathematics) is preferred but not required.

Typical offer conditions - depending on subjects presented - are:

  • AAA or AAB including A Maths
  • AAA including Maths and Further Maths
  • AAB including AA from Maths and Further Maths
  • AAC including AA in Maths and Further Maths
  • AAA or A*AB including A in Maths, plus A in AS Level Further Maths

The following A Levels are not accepted: General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship Studies, Thinking Skills, Global Perspectives and Research.

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

This qualification is accepted alongside A Level Mathematics grade A*.

Access to HE Diploma
D: 42 credits M: 3 credits

This qualification is accepted alongside A Level Mathematics grade A*.

Scottish Higher
AAAAB

This qualification is accepted when combined with Scottish Advanced Higher grades AA, including Advanced Higher Mathematics.

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

This qualification is accepted alongside A Level Mathematics grade A*.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D

This qualification is accepted alongside A Level grades AA (including A Mathematics) or AA (including Maths and Further Maths)

Scottish Advanced Higher
AA

Advanced Higher Mathematics grade A is required. This qualification is accepted when combined with Scottish Higher grades AAAAB.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
34 points

IB Diploma 34 points including Higher Level Mathematics Analysis and Approaches (A&A) grade 6.

Alternatively, achieve 3 Higher Level Certificates with grades:

  • 6,6,6 including HL6 Maths A&A
  • 7,6,5 including HL6 Maths A&A
  • 7,7,5 including HL7 Maths A&A

WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
A - C

This qualification is accepted as equivalent to a non-mathematics A Level.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

D2 D3 M1 with grade D2 Mathematics
D3 D3 M2 with grade D3 Mathematics and D3 Further Mathematics

GCSE/National 4/National 5

English 4/C.

T Level

T Levels are considered on a case-by-case basis; please contact us for more information.

Lower offers will not be made based on STEP/MAT/TMUA tests, although these may be considered in the admissions process.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6.5Minimum 6.0 in each element.
TOEFL (iBT)90Minimum 19 in Writing and Listening; 20 in Reading and 22 in Speaking.
PTE Academic71Minimum 65 in each element.

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.

We consider applicants solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential – we use exam grades to prioritise applicants but look at a range of factors and aim to give everyone an equal opportunity to show their achievements.

We understand that background and personal circumstances can have an impact on academic performance at school or college. Applicants who are eligible under our contextual admissions policies may be considered for a reduced contextual offer.

Learn more on the University of Nottingham website

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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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

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* 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

View undergraduate tuition fees for UK and international students: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/fees/tuitionfees/202627/undergraduate.aspx

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