BSc (Hons) Mathematics

Mathematics is the universal language of science. It pervades technology, society, medicine, life, the universe and everything Mathematics is also one of the most powerful tools for analysis and problem solving known to mankind. Thus, mathematics provides a unique combination of factors: a pure science with infinite intrigue awaiting a curious mind, and a hugely valuable and employable skill set enabling a broad range of possible future careers. Mathematics highlights Global Opportunities We participate in the IAESTE and Turing student exchange programmes, which enable students to obtain work experience in companies and universities throughout the world. Industry Links All students in the school have the option to include a year in industry as part of their studies. This is a fantastic opportunity to see mathematics at work in the real world, and to enhance your career prospects at the same time. Possible placements will include companies in the finance and technology sectors, and indeed we maintain strong links with local companies who hire mathematics graduates. Several local financial services companies (including Carus FT, Effex Capital and AquaQ Analytics) were founded by mathematics graduates from Queen’s. Career Development 87% of Maths students are in graduate employment or further study 15 months after graduation (11th in the UK) World Class Facilities The School has its own dedicated teaching centre which opened in September 2016. This building houses lecture and group-study rooms, a hugely popular student social area and state-of-the-art computer and laboratory facilities. The centre is an exciting hub for our students and is situated directly adjacent to the Lanyon Building on the main university campus. This makes us the only school with a dedicated teaching space right at the heart of the university. Internationally Renowned Experts The School of Mathematics and Physics is a large school with staff from 13 countries, including UK, US, Ireland, Italy, Spain, Bulgaria, Russia, Argentina, Cuba, Germany, China, Greece, Kenya, Niger, The Netherlands and Romania. Many of our staff are leading international experts in their fields of mathematical research. In the 2021 REF peer-review exercise, Mathematics Research had the 11th highest impact in the UK. Thus the ethos of the School is one of excellence in research informing excellence in teaching. Student Experience Many students find the transition from school to university somewhat daunting. In order to help with this transition, mathematics students have pioneered a Peer Mentoring scheme that is generally regarded as one of the most effective in the University. As well as providing a forum for first year students to obtain support, it also provides mentors with transferable skills which will increase graduate employment opportunities. School has the 3rd highest postgraduate research student satisfaction in the university. The overall positivity measure in the 2024 NSS for our mathematics courses was 81% with a score of 87% for academic support.

A level requirements

A (Mathematics) AB or

A (Mathematics) BB

A maximum of one BTEC/OCR Single Award or AQA Extended Certificate will be accepted as part of an applicant's portfolio of qualifications with a Distinction being equated to a grade A at A-level and a Distinction being equated to a grade B at A-level.

Irish leaving certificate requirements

H2H3H3H3H3H3 including Higher Level grade H2 in Mathematics

Access Course

Successful completion of Access Course with a minimum of 80% in each Level 3 module. Must be relevant Access Course with substantial Mathematics modules (eg: Mathematics and Computing).

International Baccalaureate Diploma

34 points overall including 6 (Mathematics) 6,5 at Higher Level.

Graduate

A minimum of a 2:2 Honours Degree provided any subject requirement is also met.