Mathematics

Mathematics is a discipline that develops the capacity for precise, abstract reasoning about quantity, structure and change. It is simultaneously a pure intellectual endeavour and a practical toolkit, with applications that extend from physics and engineering to economics, data science and cryptography. For students who want time to build a strong foundation before tackling degree-level content, or who wish to extend their studies across a broader range of topics, an extended degree programme offers the depth and flexibility to do exactly that.

At Northumbria, this four-year programme provides you with thorough grounding in the core areas of mathematics, including calculus, linear algebra, real analysis, probability and statistics, numerical methods and discrete mathematics. The extended format gives you additional time to consolidate your understanding and explore the discipline in greater breadth. The programme includes a sandwich year and work placement opportunities, enabling you to apply your mathematical skills in a professional context before completing your studies.

It also incorporates a year abroad, giving you the chance to study at an international partner institution and develop your academic and personal independence. The typical entry tariff is 104 UCAS points.

Mathematics graduates are sought across an exceptionally wide range of sectors. Finance, insurance, data analytics, software development, engineering, operations research, teaching and government analysis all recruit mathematics graduates in significant numbers. The sandwich year and placement experience gained through this programme give you a competitive advantage in graduate recruitment, as employers value candidates who have already demonstrated their ability to apply mathematical thinking in workplace settings.

Many graduates also continue to postgraduate study in mathematics, statistics, actuarial science or related fields.