Mathematics, BSc (Hons), with study abroad

Mathematics stands as the most universal discipline, serving as a global language with ancient roots and essential relevance in today's data-centric world. As a student in Swansea University's four-year BSc Mathematics with a Year Abroad, you will study in cutting-edge facilities at the Computational Foundry, equipping you for rewarding careers. Graduates often earn 50% more than average, with sought-after roles in actuarial work, finance, IT, and business, where skills in logical reasoning and data analysis are highly valued. The curriculum spans pure mathematics, applied mathematics, and finance, including topics like number theory, financial models, and advanced areas such as probability and differential equations.The programme builds a strong foundation in core concepts while fostering analytical and communication skills. In your first two years, you'll cover statistics, algebra, calculus, and more. Year three involves studying abroad at a partner institution, offering cultural immersion and language development. In the final year, you'll explore specialised modules like coding theory and stochastic processes, culminating in a project, with assessments including exams, assignments, and presentations.

In Year 1, you will typically study areas including: applied statistics; classical mechanics (of particles); computational methods (with Matlab); geometry; introductory analysis; introductory linear algebra; methods of algebra and calculus. In Year 2, you will typically study areas including: advanced geometry; classical mechanics (of rigid bodies); game theory and optimization; groups and rings; numerical methods (with Matlab); probability; real analysis and metric spaces; vector calculus and measure theory; further methods of algebra and calculus. Year 3, you will spend at one of our partner institutions abroad. This is a marvellous opportunity to experience a different culture and, depending on the destination, to develop valuable language skills. In Year 4, you will typically study areas including: analytical dynamics; applied algebra: coding theory; biomathematics; complex variables; differential geometry; financial mathematics; stochastic processes; partial differential equations; teaching mathematics via a school placement. You will also undertake a project.