University of East Anglia

BSc (Hons) Mathematics and Statistics with a Placement Year

University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich

Course overview

If you're fascinated by the complexity of mathematics and enjoy working with statistics, our BSc Mathematics and Statistics with a Placement Year degree will give you a broad range of skills in both areas. The study of data analytics is an essential part of the course, as it's a valuable skill many employers look for. You'll also explore topics like financial statistics and mathematical modelling, helping you build a strong foundation for a wide variety of careers.

This degree combines a strong mathematical foundation with advanced study in both mathematics and statistics. You'll study a core set of modules in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, and statistics, and you'll also have the opportunity to tailor your degree by choosing from a wide range of optional modules. In your third year, you'll complete a full-time placement lasting nine to 14 months, working for a business or organisation.

You’ll apply theoretical knowledge in a professional setting, gaining a valuable advantage for your career when you graduate. Our lecturers are highly enthusiastic and knowledgeable, and most are also active researchers conducting world-leading work, which is incorporated into their teaching. You'll benefit from a high academic staff-to-student ratio, ensuring you graduate with a deep understanding of the subjects you're learning.

Key highlights

  • Full-time third-year placement lasting nine to 14 months
  • Data analytics studied as an essential part of the course
  • Topics include financial statistics and mathematical modelling
  • Core modules in pure mathematics, applied mathematics and statistics
  • Wide range of optional modules to tailor your degree
  • Taught by active researchers with a high staff-to-student ratio

Entry requirements

  • International Baccalaureate: 33 — overall including HL6 in Math
  • Scottish Advanced Highers: BBC — to include including grade B Mathematics
  • Scottish Highers: AAAAA — Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements: International Baccalaureate 33 points overall including HL6 in Mathematics (Applications and Interpretation or Analysis and Approaches) Irish Leaving Certificate 4 subjects at H2 including Mathematics and 2 subjects at H3 Scottish Highers AAAAA. Only…
  • Irish Leaving Certificate — 4 subjects at H2 including Mathematics and 2 subjects at H3

Careers this course leads to

  • Data Analyst
  • Statistician
  • Actuarial Analyst
  • Financial Analyst
  • Operational Researcher
  • Data Scientist

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £29,300 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 University of East Anglia, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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