Mathematics and Data Science BSc (Hons)
University of Exeter
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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University of Exeter - Exeter campuses

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Start date

SEP-25

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Duration

3 Years

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

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University of Exeter - Exeter campuses

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SEP-25

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3 Years

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- 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 ...Read more

- 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- To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.

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Mathematics
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 - 94 = 6% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
6%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
86%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Mathematics graduate salary at this uni
£25,000
UK Mathematics graduate salary
£25,000
What students say
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Luke
13 Dec 24

I have really enjoyed Exeter the staff are always willing to help you where they..Read more

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Eleanor
12 Dec 24

Love the campus and me degree. This university was a perfect fit for me, so much so that I’m planning on studying my masters here also...Read more

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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%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 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 Northern Ireland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 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 Channel Islands

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

£29,800 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

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

£29,800 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

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£29800 Per year

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Latest reviews

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Luke
13 Dec 24
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I have really enjoyed Exeter the staff are always willing to help you where they...
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Eleanor
12 Dec 24
Mathematics with Finance BSc (Hons)
Love the campus and me degree. This university was a perfect fit for me, so much so that I’m planning on studying my masters here also....
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University of Exeter
Northcote House The Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: St James' Park   0.4 miles away

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