BSc (Hons) Mathematics
University of Exeter
Student rating
This is the overall rating calculated by averaging all live reviews for this uni on Whatuni.
( 4.2) View reviews

Want to know what it's like to study this course at uni? We've got all the key info, from entry requirements to the modules on offer. If that all sounds good, why not check out reviews from real students or even book onto an upcoming open days?

Different course options
2 options available
academic-cap
Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

location-pin
Location

Streatham Campus

beaker
Study mode

Full Time

calendar
Start date

SEP-25

time
Duration

3 Years

Course info

Select a course option


Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Location

Streatham Campus

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

SEP-26

Duration

3 Years

SELECT

Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Location

Streatham Campus

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

SEP-25

Duration

3 Years

SELECTED

Subjects

Select a subject


Mathematics
SELECTED

Exam type

Select a an exam type


A level
SELECTED

Scottish Higher
SELECT

Scottish Advanced Higher
SELECT

Access to HE Diploma
SELECT

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
SELECT

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

Location

Select student location


Domestic
SELECTED

EU
SELECT

Rest of World
SELECT

Course info

OverviewLearn using real examples of situations to be solved logically through our strong links across industriesAccredited by the Institute of Mathematics as meeting the educational requirements of the Chartered Mathematician designationOption to extend your degree and spend a ‘Year in Industry at companies such as Lloyds Banking Group, Coca-Cola, Met Office and PwC.Professional experienceYou have the choice to take an optional ‘Commercial and Industrial Experience module during the vacation ...Read more

Overview
Learn using real examples of situations to be solved logically through our strong links across industries
Accredited by the Institute of Mathematics as meeting the educational requirements of the Chartered Mathematician designation
Option to extend your degree and spend a ‘Year in Industry at companies such as Lloyds Banking Group, Coca-Cola, Met Office and PwC.
Professional experience
You have the choice to take an optional ‘Commercial and Industrial Experience module during the vacation before your final year. This opportunity allows you to gain paid work experience in a commercial setting while earning credits towards the final year of your degree programme. Professional experience not only develops your CV but helps you to determine your career aspirations.

Career paths
The broad-based skills acquired during your degree will give you an excellent grounding for a wide variety of careers, not only those related to Mathematics but also in wider fields. Examples of roles recent graduates are now working as include:

Accountant
Actuary
Analyst Programmer
Business Analyst
Credit Risk Analyst
Data Science Developer
Investment Analyst
Software Engineer
Statistician
Tax Manager

Key stats

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
58/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
18th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
14th
Mathematics
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 93 = 7% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
7%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
84%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Mathematics graduate salary at this uni
£26,000
UK Mathematics graduate salary
£25,000
What students say
R
Ruiping
07 Feb 25

It has a good environment and facilities for study. I can meet some nice people. The only thing which need to be improved is the transport, if there are more bus routes and less..Read more

R
Rajasain
06 Feb 25

University of Exeter is great place for studying because the facilities are very good like library, study space etc. So far everything is good for..Read more

Modules

Modules (Year 1)
Modules (Year 2)
Modules (Year 3)
IDP Connect

Entry requirements

Exam type

A level

A level:

AAB - AAA Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

AAABB - AAAAB Grades / Points required

Scottish Advanced Higher:

ABB - AAB Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:30,M:15 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

34 - 36 Grades / Points required

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

DDD Grades / Points required

Excluding General Studies.Grade A in Mathematics, Pure Mathematics or Further Mathematics required.

A in Mathematics, Pure Mathematics or Further Mathematics required.

A in Mathematics, Pure Mathematics or Further Mathematics required.

Pass the Access to HE Diploma with 30 L3 credits at Distinction grade and 15 L3 credits at Merit Grade.To include 15 L3 credits at Distinction Grade in an acceptable Mathematics subject area. Please also see our GCSE requirements.(please contact us for further guidance on our equivalencies and specific module requirements). Please also see our GCSE requirements.

Applicants will be considered with IB 36-34 OR 666 or 665 in three Higher Level Subjects. All applicants will be required to have Grade 6 in HL Maths (Analysis and Approaches).

Applicants studying a BTEC Extended Diploma are also required to achieve Grade A at A Level in Mathematics, Pure Mathematics or Further Mathematics.

Popular A-level subjects

Mathematics

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Mathematics
100%
Further Mathematics
58%
Physics
47%
Chemistry
34%
Biology
19%
HESA

Tuition fees

Students living in

Domestic

£9,535 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Domestic

This is the fee you pay if you live within Domestic. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

Streatham and St Luke's (Exeter, Devon) 110.88 - 193.41 per week

£29,800 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

Streatham and St Luke's (Exeter, Devon) 110.88 - 193.41 per week

£29,800 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

Streatham and St Luke's (Exeter, Devon) 110.88 - 193.41 per week

UCAS/IDP Connect

Latest reviews

Latest Mathematics reviews

Mathematics
Mathematics
R
Ruiping
07 Feb 25
MSc Mathematics
It has a good environment and facilities for study. I can meet some nice people. The only thing which need to be improved is the transport, if there are more bus routes and less...
Read more
R
Rajasain
06 Feb 25
MPhil Mathematics
University of Exeter is great place for studying because the facilities are very good like library, study space etc. So far everything is good for...
Read more
Review breakdown
University rating
University rating
Students' union
Societies and Sports
University halls
Facilities
Lecturers and teaching quality
Local life
Career prospects
Student support
Location
Campus look and feel
Student life
Course rating
Course content
Work placements and internships
Tutor contact time
Subject facilities
University location
Cost of living
Safety
Public transport
Part-time work opportunities
Graduate employment opportunities
Diversity
Location
Safety
Room allocation
Internet/wifi
Value for money
Property management

How Mathematics students rated:

Student rating
( 4.2) 26 reviews
5 star
39%
4 stars
46%
3 stars
15%
2 stars
0%
1 star
0%

How all students rated:

Student rating
( 4.2) 1,456 reviews
5 star
39%
4 stars
50%
3 stars
10%
2 stars
1%
1 star
0%
Search reviews that mention

Uni info

University of Exeter
Northcote House Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Exeter Central  0.4 miles away

Find a course

  • Undergraduate
  • HND / HNC
  • Foundation degree
  • Access & foundation
  • Postgraduate