Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, and Real-world Systems (MARS) (Placement Year) : BSc Hons

Course overview

Mathematics powers Artificial Intelligence (AI) and underpins the systems that shape our world. From models that predict climate change and track diseases to social media algorithms and generative AI like ChatGPT, mathematics is at the heart of every major innovation. Graduate talent is needed to drive these advancements, and this degree provides you with the analytical, problem-solving and reasoning skills to make an impact in a wide range of sectors.

Key highlights

Combines mathematics with artificial intelligence and real-world systems
Includes a placement year as part of the degree
Applications span climate modelling, disease tracking and generative AI
Develops analytical, problem-solving and reasoning skills for many sectors

Entry requirements

Welsh Baccalaureate — in place of one
BTEC: DD — on a case-by-case basis; combined with A levels
A-level — Mathematics grade A* plus A level grade A in a second subject and BTEC D, or plus BTEC DD on a case-by-case basis

Scholarships

Lancaster Sanctuary Scholarship
Undergraduate Excellence Scholarship – International
The award will be worth £3,000 and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction, each year of study, for undergraduate programmes.
Up to £3,000
Undergraduate International Regional Scholarship
The award will be worth £3,000 and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction, each year of study, for undergraduate courses.
Up to £3,000

Careers this course leads to

Data scientist
Machine learning engineer
AI research analyst
Quantitative analyst
Mathematical modeller
Operational research analyst

Cost of study

UK/Home: £10,050 | International: £31,700

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Lancaster University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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