Mathematics with French

Mathematics and French is a combination that reflects two very different but equally rigorous ways of understanding the world. Mathematics is the language of pattern, structure, and proof, developing analytical and quantitative skills that are in demand across an enormous range of careers. French connects you to one of Europe's major languages and cultures, and to the broader Francophone world across Africa, the Caribbean, and beyond.

Together, they produce a graduate who is both technically sophisticated and genuinely communicatively capable across cultural boundaries.

At Heriot-Watt University, this four-year programme delivers a rigorous education in mathematical theory and practice, spanning pure and applied mathematics, statistics, and computational mathematics. The French component is taught by specialist language academics, developing your fluency, accuracy, and cultural competence in the language. At level three, there is an opportunity to study mathematics at Heriot-Watt's French partner institution at the University of Pau, providing direct experience of French academic and cultural life.

The degree includes a sandwich year, adding professional experience to a programme that already combines mathematical depth with linguistic breadth. The typical entry tariff is 168 UCAS points.

Graduates of mathematics with a European language are among the most sought after in both quantitative and internationally facing roles. Finance, data science, actuarial work, engineering, technology, and government statistical services all value strong mathematical training, and the addition of French significantly expands the geographic and cultural scope of roles available. International consultancies, European financial institutions, and global technology firms are all natural employers.

Many graduates also pursue postgraduate study in mathematics, statistics, data science, or linguistics, finding that the dual training they have received opens doors in multiple specialist fields.