Applied Mathematics, BSc (Hons)
Swansea UniversityBay Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
Mathematics underpins all contemporary science, business and technology, creatively applying the ideas of pure mathematics. Our three-year BSc degree in Applied Mathematics is a highly regarded programme that welcomes students from around the world. Throughout your studies you will cover the most important mathematical concepts in linear and abstract algebra, real and complex analysis, probability and differential equations, and the ways these are applied to industry including game theory, financial markets, cancer modelling, dynamical systems, quantum mechanics, machine learning, data science, and more.
Your learning will be shaped by inspirational and internationally-renowned academics who have expertise in a range of topics in pure and applied mathematics, and you will study in bespoke teaching spaces, designed by, and for, mathematicians. You will master the ideas and logic of mathematics and their applications, with strong analytical skills, logical reasoning, data handling and quantitative thinking, building a highly desirable set of graduate attributes that will set you apart in the employment marketplace. This course also offers you the opportunity to study with a Year Abroad and a Year in Industry.
Key highlights
- Core study of algebra, analysis, probability and differential equations
- Applications include game theory, financial markets and cancer modelling
- Covers dynamical systems, quantum mechanics, machine learning and data science
- Taught by internationally renowned pure and applied mathematics academics
- Bespoke teaching spaces designed by and for mathematicians
- Options to add a Year Abroad and a Year in Industry
Entry requirements
- A-level: ABB-BBC — ABB-BBC.
- UCAS tariff points: 120 — …Distinctions (including all Maths modules) and 15 Merits at Level 3 N/A 120 UCAS tariff points from 3 highest qualifications, to include 40 UCAS tariff points in Maths 32 to include 5 at Higher Level or 6 at Standard Level…
- UCAS tariff points: 40 — …3 N/A 120 UCAS tariff points from 3 highest qualifications, to include 40 UCAS tariff points in Maths 32 to include 5 at Higher Level or 6 at Standard Level "Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches" or 32 overall with 5 at H…
Scholarships
International Excellence Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded as a discount on tuition fees worth up to £5,000 in the first year of study, with a further £2,000 awarded in Year 2 (for £5,000 awardees only, subject to achieving a 70% average).
Swansea University Sport Scholarship
Financial support (of up to £2000).
Thrive Bursary
The Thrive bursary is a £4,000 reduction in tuition fees for the first year of study, with a progression bursary of £2,000 in subsequent years (applied as a discount off tuition fees).
Up to £4,000
Careers this course leads to
- Data Scientist
- Actuary
- Financial Analyst
- Operational Research Analyst
- Mathematical Modeller
- Quantitative Analyst
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £19,850 per year
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 Swansea University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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