Overview
An interdisciplinary degree designed in partnership with industry and combining traditional mathematical techniques with exciting contemporary applications in the field of data science
Allows you to use mathematics to develop a deeper understanding of the processes behind data manipulation
Become expert at handling large and complex datasets and understand the statistical considerations which can affect results, such as bias and uncertainty
Study topics such as machine learning, artificial intelligence, statistical modelling and programming
Research projects in each academic year will allow you to develop project management skills in your area of interest, using real world datasets and guided by an academic supervisor
Opportunity to extend your degree and spend a ‘Year in Industry at companies such as Lloyds Banking Group, Coca-Cola, Met Office and PwC.
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