Mathematical Sciences, BSc (Hons)

"Mathematicians are in demand across industry, finance, science and the arts, bringing analytical skills and problem-solving strategies to a range of issues. This degree is our most flexible course within mathematics, making you highly employable. Core areas include pure and applied mathematics, statistics and operational research. You can add options from other areas such as economics, sciences or languages. Southampton is ranked Top 15 in the UK for Mathematics and 12th for Graduate Prospects (Complete University Guide 2022). The core of the course is based on our BSc Mathematics degree and covers the foundations of algebra, calculus, number theory and statistics. You’ll investigate the applications of mathematics in a variety of contexts and use mathematical and statistical models.As part of this course you’ll:

• Develop your abilities in problem-solving, accurate calculation and logical argument

• Be able to choose options from other subjects as well as specialise in actuarial and financial mathematics, operational research or statistics

• Use our student centre, a dedicated learning and social space, exclusively for maths students

• Use mathematical and computational packages such as Python and the statistics package R

• Be able to take a minor subject to broaden your studies