Mathematics

Mathematics is one of the oldest and most fundamental of human intellectual endeavours, concerned with number, structure, space, and change. It is the language in which the natural sciences are written and the toolkit through which engineers, economists, and computer scientists solve problems of the greatest complexity and consequence. At the University of Nottingham, this three-year, full-time degree provides access to one of the UK's leading mathematics departments, with the option to undertake a foundation year for students who need additional preparation before beginning the main programme.

You will study analysis, algebra, probability, statistics, and applied mathematics, developing deep understanding of the theoretical foundations of the subject alongside the capacity to apply mathematical reasoning to problems in the sciences, engineering, and beyond. Nottingham's programme allows you to shape your degree around your interests, whether those lie in pure mathematics, applied and computational mathematics, or mathematical statistics and data science. A sandwich placement year gives you the opportunity to apply your mathematical skills in industry or research, and work placement opportunities are available throughout, while the year abroad provides an international dimension to your mathematical education.

Mathematics graduates are consistently among the most sought-after in the graduate labour market. Career paths are exceptionally broad, including finance, actuarial science, data science, software engineering, cryptography, operational research, scientific research, and education. The ability to think rigorously, construct proofs, and build and evaluate quantitative models is valued across virtually every sector of the economy.

Many Nottingham graduates also go on to postgraduate study, including doctoral programmes, master's degrees in mathematics or related fields, and professional qualifications in finance or data science. For those who love the challenge of mathematical thinking, this programme offers both intellectual depth and outstanding career prospects.