Mathematics/Economics BSc (Hons)
University of Glasgow
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Location

Gilmorehill (Main) Campus

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Full Time

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Start date

15-SEP-25

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Duration

4 Years

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Qualification

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

Location

Gilmorehill (Main) Campus

Study mode

Full time

Start date

15-SEP-25

Duration

4 Years

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**Mathematics** is a vast and ever-growing subject which incorporates successful explorations of numerical, geometrical and logical relationships.Our programme allows you to choose from a wide variety of courses in honours years. Our ambassador scheme gives students the chance to spend time in schools, experiencing teaching at first hand and developing vital workplace skills. In studying **Economics** you will learn how individuals and society make choices about how scarce resources are used, ...Read more


Mathematics

is a vast and ever-growing subject which incorporates successful explorations of numerical, geometrical and logical relationships.Our programme allows you to choose from a wide variety of courses in honours years. Our ambassador scheme gives students the chance to spend time in schools, experiencing teaching at first hand and developing vital workplace skills. In studying


Economics

you will learn how individuals and society make choices about how scarce resources are used, what products are produced and who gets to consume them. These choices depend on evaluating costs, benefits, risks and effects on others.You will study the principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics and will have the opportunity to develop an interest in fields such as government policy, developing countries, the economics of business and international trade and finance. Triple-crown accreditation puts the Adam Smith Business School in the top league of international business schools.

Key stats

Mathematics
WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
67/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
14th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
28th
Economics
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 - 100 = 0% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
0%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
95%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Economics graduate salary at this uni
£26,000
UK Economics graduate salary
£23,000
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 - 100 = 0% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
0%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
85%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Mathematics graduate salary at this uni
£23,000
UK Mathematics graduate salary
£24,000
What students say
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Brigith
21 Feb 24

I think that the university its fine. I like the campus! But the students life is more complicated when you are a international student. So it’s important to have supports with..Read more

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Anna
19 Feb 24

Pretty uni, good student life, near parks, vibrant city, flexibility in courses. Sometimes campus can be overcrowded, not necessarily good outreach to students from staff in lower..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BBB - AAB Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

BBBB Grades / Points required

Scottish Advanced Higher:

AAAAA Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

32 - 36 Grades / Points required

The Standard Entry Requirements represent the range of grades required to be considered for an offer. If you are predicted grades below our standard range, we may still consider you for an offer. If this applies to you, we will advise you of our decision timing in your application acknowledgement. For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level. International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training) 6.5 with no sub-test under 6.0 and they are listed on our International Entry Requirements page.

SQA Higher Entry Requirements: BBBB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer; Offers are not guaranteed to applicants who meet the minimum from S5; Typically offers will be made at AAAAA by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher; Additional requirements: Higher Mathematics and a Higher Humanities subject at AA. SQA Higher Adjusted Entry Requirements (by end of S5 or S6); MD20: BBBB (also other target groups); MD40: AABB (minimum requirement of ABB in S5); Additional requirements: Higher Mathematics and a Higher Humanities subject.

SQA Higher Entry Requirements: BBBB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer; Offers are not guaranteed to applicants who meet the minimum from S5; Typically offers will be made at AAAAA by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher; Additional requirements: Higher Mathematics and a Higher Humanities subject at AA. SQA Higher Adjusted Entry Requirements (by end of S5 or S6); MD20: BBBB (also other target groups); MD40: AABB (minimum requirement of ABB in S5); Additional requirements: Higher Mathematics and a Higher Humanities subject.

The Standard Entry Requirements represent the range of IB points normally needed to be considered for an offer (subject to success in any interview and/or other admissions test that is required for that subject). If you are predicted points below our standard range, we may still consider you for an offer. If this applies to you, we will advise you of our decision timing in your application acknowledgement. Applicants must also meet any Additional Requirements listed (subject requirements / admissions tests / work experience / interviews / pre-entry programme) in order to be considered. For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level. International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training) 6.5 with no sub-test under 6.0 and they are listed on our International Entry Requirements page.

Popular A-level subjects

Mathematics

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

Mathematics
99%
Physics
47%
Chemistry
37%
Further Mathematics
35%
Economics
15%
HESA
Economics

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

Economics
75%
Mathematics
61%
History
23%
Business Studies
18%
Geography
15%
HESA

Latest reviews

Latest Mathematics (General) reviews

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Brigith
21 Feb 24
Mathematics BSc (Hons)
I think that the university its fine. I like the campus! But the students life is more complicated when you are a international student. So it’s important to have supports with...
Read more
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Anna
19 Feb 24
Mathematics/Music MA (Hons)
Pretty uni, good student life, near parks, vibrant city, flexibility in courses. Sometimes campus can be overcrowded, not necessarily good outreach to students from staff in lower...
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