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Mathematics and Philosophy

Study level:
Undergraduate

Course summary

Learn to approach abstract problems in a reasoned, logical way. Choose from a huge range of options that introduce you to major thinkers and ask fundamental questions to challenge your understanding of the world.

Hone your talent for abstract, logical reasoning as you tackle fundamental questions and challenge your understanding of the world around us.

This dual honours degree introduces you to essential maths skills and major schools of thought. Together these will create a varied, powerful box of tools which you’ll apply to increasingly complex problems – exploring aspects such as logic, ethics and politics, feminism, the arts and death.

Some module options include more project work, and many give you the chance to put your mathematics skills into practice in different contexts and scenarios. By the time you graduate, you’ll have the knowledge and experience to follow any number of career paths.

Why study this course?

  • Leading maths research - 96% of our research is rated as world-leading or internationally excellent according to the Research Excellence Framework 2021.

  • Become an expert in solving problems - this dual course equips you with the ability to combine abstract and logical thinking, and approach challenges from new perspectives.

  • Tailor your degree - optional mathematics and philosophy modules, allowing you to focus on the areas you enjoy the most.

  • Welcoming community for everyone - we have an active student society (SUMS), regular maths challenges, and a dedicated LGBT+ student group for maths students. The Department of Philosophy is rated 1st in the Russell Group for student voice, and 3rd in the Russell Group for student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2021.

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

  • Course does not award QTS

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How to apply

Apply by
29 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
VG51
Institution code:
S18
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

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Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - AAB

including A in Maths

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD

in Engineering with Distinctions in all Maths units

Access to HE Diploma - D: 36 credits M: 9 credits

Award of Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 36 at Distinction (to include Maths units), and 9 at Merit

Scottish Higher - Not accepted

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD

+ A in A Level Maths

Scottish Advanced Higher - A

in Maths + AAABB at Scottish Highers

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 34 points

with 6 in Higher Level Maths (Analysis and Approaches)

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024) - B

+ AA including Maths at A Level

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H2, H2, H2, H2, H3

including H2 in Maths

To find out if you're eligible for additional consideration or an alternative offer, visit: ww.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/apply/access-sheffield

Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.

Additional entry requirements

Other
We will give your application additional consideration if you have passed the Sixth Term Examination Paper (STEP) at grade 3 or above or the Test of Mathematics for University Admissions (TMUA) at grade 5 or above

English language requirements

You must demonstrate that your English is good enough for you to successfully complete your course. For this course we require: GCSE English Language at grade 4/C; IELTS grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component; or an alternative acceptable English language qualification

English language requirements for undergraduates https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/apply/english-language

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades students were previously accepted with - learn more. It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Data from:
This course and 14 other mathematics courses
Date range:
2022-2024

Grades held by accepted students

AAA Most common
  1. A*A*A
  2. Highest grades
  3. BBB
  4. Lowest grades

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

95% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

How do you compare?

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Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students

75 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

85 Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Tuition fees for 2025 entry have not been confirmed. Please use 2024-25 information as a guide.

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