BSc Mathematics with Foundation Year
University of Exeter
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OverviewWe believe that fair access to higher education is a fundamental enabler for social mobility and are committed to delivering this through our education. We aim to widen participation and raise attainment - bridging gaps in retention, progression and success - to ensure our students enjoy the best possible outcome.In support of the Universitys Access and Participation Plan this course is only open to UK domiciled students who meet our contextual offer eligibility criteria, or are classed ...Read more

Overview
We believe that fair access to higher education is a fundamental enabler for social mobility and are committed to delivering this through our education. We aim to widen participation and raise attainment - bridging gaps in retention, progression and success - to ensure our students enjoy the best possible outcome.

In support of the Universitys Access and Participation Plan this course is only open to UK domiciled students who meet our contextual offer eligibility criteria, or are classed as Mature Students, and who may not have met the entry requirements for first year entry or have not been able to take A-level Mathematics alongside a BTEC L3 Extended Diploma. Check if you are eligible to join this programme on our contextual offer webpages.

It covers the core mathematics required to successfully complete the Mathematics degree programme at Exeter
Youll be learning in a friendly and structured environment and will be supported academically and personally as you prepare to study the Mathematics undergraduate degree
Provided you achieve the specific progression criteria, you will progress into Year 1 of our BSc Mathematics programme which has a Foundation Year
Depending upon the qualifications youve gained prior to beginning the Foundation programme it may be possible to transfer to an undergraduate programme in Engineering, Natural Sciences or Physics which have a foundation year and provided you meet the entry requirements for that programme.

Your future

Exeter has an excellent reputation with graduate recruiters and a strong employment record. Our graduates go on to excel in many specialist mathematical fields and across a broad range of other sectors. We offer a very wide range of opportunities for you to develop the deep and adaptable skills that employers are looking for.

Youll be able to meet with local and national employers who regularly visit the university to engage with students, hosting mock interviews, CV workshops, drop-ins and lectures. This is a great opportunity for you to find out more about the day to day activities of their business and recruitment opportunities. Our Careers Service also host a wealth of employer activity, such as Careers Fairs, so youll never be short of chances to network with potential employers.

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58/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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14th
What students say
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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

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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

Entry requirements

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BCC Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

26 Grades / Points required

To include grade C in Mathematics and grade B in a Science subject. Excluding General Studies.

Applicants will be considered with IB 26 OR 544 in three Higher Level subjects. All applicants will be required to have Grade 4 in HL Maths and another Science subject at HL 5.

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£9,535 per year

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07 Feb 25
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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...
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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...
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University of Exeter
Northcote House Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Exeter Central  0.4 miles away

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