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Mathematics and Computer Science

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 4 Years
  • Full-time
  • 15/09/2025
  • Undergraduate
University of Strathclyde
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Course summary

Mathematics is a fundamental tool in computing and computational methods help to solve mathematical problems.

Why Mathematics & Computer Science at Strathclyde?
Learn how to apply mathematics to solve practical problems using specialist software.
Gain knowledge in programming languages, artificial intelligence, mathematical analysis, discrete mathematics, and web applications development.
Develop skills to tackle problems in a business setting.
Opportunity to undertake industry-relevant projects.
Option to carry out your Honours project in either subject.

Your Career
Graduates in Mathematics & Computer Science are well prepared for careers involving theoretical computer science or programming of advanced scientific problems including cryptography. They can go into a wide range of jobs in the manufacturing and service industries, the actuarial, accountancy and banking professions, commerce and government, consultancy and education.

Recent graduate job roles include:
Data Analyst
Computer programmer
Systems analyst
Numerical analyst
Investment analyst
Mathematician

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

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University of Strathclyde

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 4 Years

Start dates

  • 15/09/2025

Apply by
29 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
GG14
Institution code:
S78
Campus name:
University of Strathclyde
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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:
GG14
Institution code:
S78
Campus name:
University of Strathclyde
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff

Not accepted

A level

ABB - BBB
Year 1 entry: BBB (including Maths) Year 2 entry: ABB (including Maths at A and Computer Science at B)

Scottish Higher

AABB - ABBBC
Maths A, Advanced Higher Maths recommended.

Scottish Advanced Higher

AB
Year 2 entry: Maths at A, Computing Science at B,.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

32 - 30 points
Year 1 entry: 30 points, Maths HL5. Year 2 entry: 32 points, Maths HL6, Computer Science HL5 including option D: Object-oriented Programming, in Java

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

H1, H2, H3, H4
Maths at H1

Scottish HNC

Pass
Year 1 entry: HNC with strong mathematical content, B in Graded Unit, plus Higher Maths at A or 70% in Strathclyde Summer School Mathematics

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers 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.

Not available

Historical entry grades data is not currently available for University of Strathclyde - we are working with them to try and make it available soon - learn more.

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

For further information on tuition fees, additional costs and funding for this programme, please view the "Fees and funding" section on the programme website.

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