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BSc Hons Computing with Applied Mathematics

Course details
  • BSc
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 22/09/2025
  • Undergraduate
Course location
Derry~Londonderry

Course summary

Computing and mathematics are at the heart of modern innovation, driving advancements across industries and reshaping how we solve complex problems. This BSc (Hons) in Computing with Applied Mathematics offers a unique interdisciplinary education designed to equip students with a robust foundation in computing technologies alongside advanced mathematical techniques. This combination empowers graduates to tackle real-world challenges in data science, artificial intelligence, software development, and beyond.

By integrating applied mathematics into the computing curriculum, this degree develops analytical and problem-solving skills that are in high demand across diverse fields, from finance and healthcare to engineering and the creative industries. Graduates will gain expertise in programming, data structures, and algorithms, while also mastering mathematical modelling, optimisation, and statistical inference—skills essential for addressing the complexities of our data-driven world.

The program is designed to bridge the gap between theory and practice, ensuring that students not only understand the underlying principles but can also apply them to cutting-edge technologies. In addition to emerging areas like scientific machine learning, cryptography, and operational research, this degree uniquely positions graduates to contribute to transformative advancements in areas spanning large language models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT, computational physics, robotics, medical imaging, bioinformatics, neuroscience, and the development of intelligent healthcare systems.

By harnessing computing and mathematics, students will be equipped to pioneer solutions across a range of machine learning-driven innovations, from enhancing decision-making systems to advancing predictive analytics and uncovering new insights from complex data.

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:
G4X4
Institution code:
U20
Campus name:
Derry~Londonderry
Campus Code:
M

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff

Not accepted

A level

BBB
To include one subject from Mathematics, Further Mathematics or Physics. If offering Mathematics or Further Maths AND Physics a two grade reduction will be applied at the time of offer, BCC

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

DDM
We will accept any BTEC/OCR qualifications (i.e. Extended Diploma, Diploma or Extended Certificate / Introductory Diploma / Subsidiary Diploma) in combination with A Levels or other acceptable level 3 qualifications. It should be noted that all applicants will need to have A Level Mathematics, Further Mathematics or Physics and this subject must be included along with any applied general qualification.

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

120 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at Higher Level) to include either Mathematics or Physics at grade H2 and English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.  If Mathematics is not completed at H2, it needs to be passed at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level, and Physics is then required to be passed at H2 or above.

For full-time study, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements for admission to a first degree course and hold a GCSE pass at Grade C/4 or above in English Language, additionally GCSE Mathematics Grade C/4

Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.

English language requirements

For full-time study, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements for admission to a first degree course and hold a GCSE pass at Grade C/4 or above in English Language, additionally GCSE Mathematics Grade C/4

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.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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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

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