Course details
A Levels AAA Other entry requirementsUCAS code G106
Duration 4 years
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Related subjects Mathematics Statistics
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Lesley Hudson
Undergraduate Admissions Officer
Telephone +44 (0)114 222 3999
Email maths.admiss@sheffield.ac.uk
Website sheffield.ac.uk/maths/prospectiveug
Course description
Your study will include core mathematics, pure mathematics, applied mathematics and probability and statistics. You can specialise later in your course, and can often switch between our degrees.
Your third year is spent at a university in Australia or North America learning mathematics. You'll continue your studies at Sheffield in the fourth year, where you'll complete an extended individual project.
Financial help from the University - bursaries
If you're a UK student, you could be entitled to a University bursary. A bursary is the same as a grant - you don't have to pay it back.
Entry requirements
| Qualification | Grades |
|---|---|
| A Levels | AAA including Maths |
| A Levels + Extended Project Qualification | AAB including A in Maths+A. The Extended Project should be in a relevant subject |
| International Baccalaureate | 36, 6 in Higher Level Maths |
| BTEC | D*DD in a relevant subject with Distinctions in Maths units |
| Cambridge Pre-U | D3 D3 D3 including Maths |
| Scottish Highers + 2 Advanced Highers | AAAAB+AA including Maths |
| Welsh Baccalaureate + 2 A Levels | A+AA including Maths |
| Access to HE | Entry requirements for mature students |
| Other qualifications |
Other UK qualifications
Other EU/international qualifications |
Other requirements
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| If you have any questions about entry requirements, please contact the department | |
Modules - what you study and when
The modules listed below are examples from the last academic year. There may be some changes before you start your course. For the very latest module information, check with the department direct.
Course information on School of Mathematics and Statistics website
First year
Core modules:
| Introduction to Probability and Statistics | |
| Mathematics Core 1 | |
| Mathematics Core II | |
| Numbers and Groups | |
| Vectors and Mechanics | |
Optional modules:
| Mathematical Investigation Skills | |
Second year
Core modules:
| Advanced Calculus and Linear Algebra | |
| Algebra | |
| Analysis | |
Optional modules:
| Differential Equations | |
| Statistical Inference and Modelling | |
| Mathematics and Statistics in Action | |
| Mechanics and Fluids | |
| Probability Modelling | |
| Scientific Computing and Simulation | |
Third year
Core modules:
| Study Abroad | |
Fourth year
Core modules:
| Mathematics and Statistics Project II | |
| Project Presentation in Mathematics and Statistics | |
Optional modules:
The content of our courses is reviewed annually to make sure it's up-to-date and relevant. Individual modules are occasionally updated or withdrawn. This is in response to discoveries through our world-leading research; funding changes; professional accreditation requirements; student or employer feedback; outcomes of reviews; and variations in staff or student numbers.
In the event of any change we'll consult and inform students in good time and take reasonable steps to minimise disruption.
Learning and assessment
These figures give an indication of how you'll learn and be assessed. They're a combined average of all the years of the course. The learning and assessment percentages could vary depending on the modules you choose.
| Learning | |
| Scheduled teaching | 23% |
| Independent study | 77% |
| Placement | 0% |
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Assessment |
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| Exams/tests | 76% |
| Coursework | 22% |
| Practical | 3% |
School of Mathematics and Statistics
From geometry to probability, our courses cover all aspects of mathematics, pure and applied. With modules in finance, science, engineering and medical applications, we showcase the wide-ranging relevance and importance of mathematics.
Degree-level maths is about finding ways to answer big questions. You'll explore how mathematicians have tried to answer similar questions in the past. You'll also learn how to construct logical arguments with reasoned conclusions.
Your study will include core mathematics, pure mathematics, applied mathematics, and probability and statistics. You can specialise later in your course, and may have the option to switch between our degrees. You'll have the chance to study scientific programming and simulation, and practical and applied statistics. You'll have plenty of opportunities to focus on your career and skills development too.
What our graduates do
In the age of big data, major companies are increasingly reliant on graduates with numerical skills.
Many of our graduates go on to finance-related careers: accountancy, actuarial work, public finance, insurance. There are lots of other choices too, including: teaching, advertising, software development, operations research, drug development and meteorology.
Employers include PricewaterhouseCoopers, KPMG, Deloitte UK, GCHQ, British Airways
and the European Space Agency.
Some of our graduates choose further study in mathematics and related sciences at Masters and PhD level.
Student profile
From geometry to probability, our courses cover all aspects of mathematics, pure and applied. You'll be able to focus on the areas that interest you the most and complete your own research project, which provides a great foundation for a future career. Plus, you'll be part of a vibrant, supportive community of like-minded students and world-class academics.
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Lesley Hudson
Undergraduate Admissions Officer
Telephone
+44 (0)114 222 3999
Email
maths.admiss@sheffield.ac.uk
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